Graduate CRA, Chengdu / Wuhan

The Graduate CRA will be trained for the role of Clinical Research Associate within ICON. Clinical Research Associates identify, select, initiate and close-out appropriate investigational sites for clinical studies. They are responsible for monitoring those sites in order to ensure that studies are carried out according to the study protocol and in accordance with ICON SOPs/WPs, applicable regulations and the principles of ICH GCP.  You will assisting with coordinating all the necessary activities required to set up and monitor a study, including the following:

• Identifying investigators.
• Help, when requested, in preparation of regulatory submissions.
• Design patient information sheets and consent forms.
• Coordinate documents translation, verification and back translations where required.
• Ensure timely submission of protocol/consent documents/safety reports for Ethics/IRB approval according to local requirements.
• Pre-study/placement and initiation visits.
• Conduct regular monitoring visits in accordance with the ICON site monitoring SOP/Sponsor site monitoring SOP/WP, as appropriate

• Maintain all files and documentation pertaining to studies.

• Motivate investigators in order to achieve recruitment targets.
• Complete accurate study status reports.
• Deal with sponsor generated queries in a timely manner.
• Ensure the satisfactory close-out of investigator sites.
• Ensure correct archiving of files on completion of a study.
• Co-operate with sponsor and/or ICON QA personnel in the conduct of QA audits.
• Participate in feasibility studies for new proposals, as required

Requirements

• Ability to review and evaluate clinical data.
• Computer literacy
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Bachelors degree, or local equivalent, in medicine, science or related discipline.

This is an excellent opportunity to receive structured and supportive formal training and on the job training to ensure that you are set up for success.

Benefits of Working in ICON

Other than working with a great team of smart and energetic people, we also offer a very competitive benefits package.  This varies from country to country so a dedicated recruiter will discuss this with you at interview stage.

We care about our people as they are the key to our success. We provide an open and friendly work environment where we empower people and provide them with opportunities to develop their long term career. 

ICON is an equal opportunity employer - M/F/D/V and committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

At ICON, it's our People that set us Apart"