The Clinical Research Associate at Medpace offers an exciting career in the research of drug and medical device development while making a difference in the lives of those around them. For individuals with medical and/or health/life science interest and background who want to explore the research field, travel the UK, and be part of a team bringing pharmaceutical and medical devices to market—this could be the right opportunity for you.
Please note that to take full advantage of the training on offer, you must be within commuting distance of our Medpace central London office as this role is initially fully office based.
Typical backgrounds of successful Clinical Research Associates
* Nurses
* Dieticians
* Pharmacy Technicians
* Pharmaceutical/Device Sales Representatives
* Biotech Engineers
* PhD/Pharm.D candidates
* Health and Wellness Coordinators
* Site Coordinators, Clinical Research Coordinators
* Research Assistants
PACE – Medpace CRA Training Program
* PACE provides the platform to effectively and confidently carry out your duties, enhance your current abilities and ultimately help you become a high-functioning independent Medpace CRA.
* PACE will prepare you by developing your CRA skills through interactive discussions and hands‑on job‑related exercises and practicums.
Unexpected Rewards
* Dynamic working environment, with varying responsibilities day‑to‑day
* Expansive experience in multiple therapeutic areas
* Work within a team of therapeutic and regulatory experts
* Defined CRA promotion and growth ladder with potential for mentoring and management advancements
* Competitive pay and bonus program
Responsibilities
* Conduct qualification, initiation, monitoring and close‑out visits for research sites in compliance with the approved protocol;
* Communicate with the medical site staff including coordinators, clinical research physicians and their site staff;
* Verify adequate investigator qualifications, training and resources, including facilities, laboratories, equipment and staff;
* Verify medical record and research source documentation against case report form data, inform the site staff of any entry errors, ensure good documentation practices are being adhered to and communicate protocol deviations appropriately per SOPs, GCP and applicable regulatory requirements;
* Verify that the investigator is enrolling only eligible subjects;
* Review regulatory documents;
* Account for medical device and/or investigational product/drug and inventory;
* Verify and review adverse events, serious adverse events, concomitant medications and corresponding illnesses to confirm accurate data reporting in accordance with the protocol;
* Assess the clinical research site’s patient recruitment and retention success and offer suggestions for improvement;
* Complete monitoring reports and follow‑up letters, including providing summaries of significant findings, deviations, deficiencies and recommended actions to secure compliance.
Qualifications
* Minimum of a bachelor’s degree; health or life science related field preferred;
* Willing to travel approximately 60–80% nationally;
* Familiarity with Microsoft Office;
* Strong communication and presentation skills a plus;
* Must hold a valid driver’s licence;
* Willing to be fully office based during the core training program.
Medpace Perks
* Flexible work environment
* Competitive compensation and benefits package
* Competitive PTO packages
* Structured career paths with opportunities for professional growth
* Company‑sponsored employee appreciation events
* Employee health and wellness initiatives
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