Senior Clinical Research Associate

About the Role As a Senior Clinical Research Associate at ICON plc in Shanghai, you will oversee and manage clinical trial activities to ensure they are conducted according to protocol, regulatory requirements, and industry standards, with a focus on quality and continuous improvement.

What You'll Do

• Lead on clinical trial monitoring tasks requiring technical depth, with a focus on quality and continuous improvement.
• Monitor clinical trial sites to ensure adherence to study protocols, regulatory requirements, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards.
• Conduct site visits to assess site performance, resolve issues, and provide support to ensure successful trial execution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and accurate data collection and reporting.
• Provide training and guidance to site staff and other CRAs to maintain high standards of clinical trial conduct.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with site personnel and stakeholders to facilitate smooth trial operations.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline or healthcare-related field
• Extensive experience as a Clinical Research Associate, with a strong understanding of clinical trial processes and regulatory requirements
• Proven ability to manage multiple sites and projects simultaneously, with strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Expertise in monitoring practices, data integrity, and site management, with proficiency in relevant clinical trial software and tools
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and drive compliance within a complex environment
• Willingness to travel as required (approximately 60%)

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Various annual leave entitlements.
• Health insurance offerings.
• Competitive retirement planning offerings.
• Global Employee Assistance Programme (LifeWorks) offering 24/7 access to a global network of support.
• Life assurance.
• Flexible country-specific optional benefits (e.g., childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidized travel passes, health assessments).
• ICON is committed to inclusion and belonging, and to providing an accessible environment for all candidates.