Clinical Research Associate (m-f-d), Austria

We are hiring a Clinical Research Associate / Senior CRA (m-f-d) in Austria to work closely with one of the most successful pharmaceutical companies.

We would like to hear from candidates who are already Clinical Research Associates and are looking for the next level in their career (the role is available at CRA II and Senior CRA levels). We are also happy to hear from entry-level, German speaking candidates who have experience previously as Study Nurse, Clinical Trial Coordinator or have completed a CRA training course / GCP certification (the role is also available at CRA I level, this is accompanied by an intensive training course). Fluent German and English is essential. 

The Clinical Research Associate / Senior CRA is responsible for activities required to evaluate, initiate, monitor and close clinical sites in compliance with the Regulations and ICH/GCP Guidelines.

About ICON:

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation. From molecule to medicine, we advance clinical research providing outsourced services to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device and government and public health organisations. With our patients at the centre of all that we do, we help to accelerate the development of drugs and devices that save lives and improve quality of life. Our people are our greatest strength, are at the core of our culture, and the driving force behind our success. ICON people have a mission to succeed and a passion that ensures what we do, we do well.

• Ensures clinical study sites are conducting clinical trials in compliance with the respective protocol, SOPs and applicable ICH/GCP guidelines and regulations
• Conduct Investigator Profile and Clinical Site Initiation visits as well as Clinical Site Close-Out visits for studies of all phases (I, II, III, IV and NIS) in a range of different indications.
• Facilitate subject enrolment at the site level with focused patient recruitment strategies and action plans
• Identify site needs and site-related issues, escalate them and/or initiate corrective actions when necessary, providing solutions for site staff to facilitate the clinical trial process
• Ensures appropriate safety reporting as well as tracking and reporting of adverse events (AEs and SAEs)
• Assist in preparing sites for audits, review audit reports and contributes to resolve

• BA/BS/BSc degree or similar
• Familiarity with ICH/GCP guidelines plus local codes of practice as applicable
• Experience working as a CRA is ideal, prior experience in clinical research or with CRA / GCP qualifications however will be considered.

• Fluent in English and German
• High travel
• Good working knowledge of common software packages
• Flexibility and Team skills

If this sound good to you, please send your application to nadine.rabenstein@docsglobal.com.

Benefits of Working in ICON:

Our success depends on the knowledge, capabilities and quality of our people. That’s why we are committed to developing our employees in a continuous learning culture – one where we challenge you with engaging work and where every experience adds to your professional development.

At ICON, our focus is to provide you with a comprehensive and competitive total reward package that comprises, not only an excellent level of base pay, but also a wide range of variable pay and recognition programs. In addition, our best in class employee benefits, supportive policies and wellbeing initiatives are tailored to support you and your family at all stages of your career - both now, and into the future.

ICON, including subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know.