Clinical Research Associate I, Field Monitor

Position Summary

The Clinical Research Associate I will participate in clinical research teams to ensure the most effective and efficient conduct of clinical research studies by providing training, protocol interpretation, document collection and review and overall clinical trial support.

Essential Functions

• Develop, review, and update study-related training materials and documents including site initiation training slides, informed consent form templates, procedures manuals, laboratory and pharmacy manuals
• Interpret medical and scientific intent of assigned study protocols and study procedures, logistics, risks to research subjects and safety, data evaluation methods etc.
• Communicate scientific rationale for assigned studies to team members and clinical sites
• Serve as Subject Matter Expert for clinical sites including providing guidance on protocol interpretation and eligibility requirements
• Create / edit, distribute and collect site feasibility questionnaires
• Oversee and support collection of essential documents during study start-up
• Determine materials and other resources needed to conduct the clinical trial and manage their acquisition and distribution.
• Collect study and site metrics and maintain study trackers, as needed
• Conduct case report form (CRF) data review and review of source documents, work with sites to resolve data queries
• Communicate regularly with field Clinical Research Associates (CRAs) to provide information before and after site visits
• Partner with field CRAs and CTAs to resolve issues identified during site visits
• Work with Supply Chain to ensure sites maintain sufficient investigational product (IP) to properly conduct the trial as well as resolve IP temperature monitoring excursions and train or assist sites with corrective actions
• Train vendors, investigators, and study coordinators on study requirements and provide guidance on site issues
• Conduct clinical specimen log review, and coordinate shipment of specimens to the sponsor or contracted vendor
• Train sites on specimen and shipment requirements for central laboratory and serve as liaison with contracted vendors
• Conduct remote monitoring tasks including reconciliation of site investigational product accountability
• Provide data listings and compile clinical study report documents to support medical writing activities
• Create and / or review of slides, overheads, etc., for a project, departmental, sponsor and / or business development presentations
• Provide support and escalate issues to the Clinical Trial Manager (CTM) as appropriate.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in a clinical research, science, or health-related field with 2 years of experience in a clinical research setting;

or a high school diploma with 3 years of experience in a clinical research setting

2 years of experience as a Clinical Research Coordinator, Clinical Trial Associate or In-House Clinical Research Associate strongly preferred

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Adobe
• Excellent written / oral communication skills
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Maintain corporate confidentiality at all times
• Ability to set priorities and independent decision making
• Ability to work independently as well as in teams
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Outgoing and confident demeanor
• Independent thinker and persuasive communicator
• Detail oriented, with solid organization and time management skills
• Completes projects with reliability and minimal guidance
• Knowledge of drug development process
• Computer literacy : EDC, eTMF, CTMS, etc.
• Working knowledge of ICH E6, and the Code of Federal Regulations

Working Environment / Physical Environment

• Must be able to travel up to 75% of the time based on study requirements
• On-site with ability to work flexible hours for various time zones

This position is eligible for a discretionary bonus and equity award. The annual base pay range for this position is below.

The specific rate will depend on the successful candidate’s qualifications, prior experience as well as geographic location.

$95,000 (entry-level qualifications) to $110,000 (highly experienced)

The application window is anticipated to close on 60 days from when it is posted or sooner if the position is filled or closed.

ImmunityBio employees are as valuable as the people we serve. We have built a resource of robust benefit offerings to best support the total wellbeing of our team members and their families.

Our competitive total rewards benefits package, for eligible employees, include : Medical, Dental and Vision Plan Options

• Health and Financial Wellness Programs
• Employer Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company Paid and Voluntary Life / AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• 529 Education Savings Program
• Voluntary Legal Services, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance and Employee Discounts, Rewards and Perks
• Paid Time Off (PTO) includes : 11 Holidays
• Exempt Employees are eligible for Unlimited PTO
• Non-Exempt Employees are eligible for 10 Vacation Days, 56 Hours of Health Pay, 2 Personal Days and 1 Cultural Day
• We are committed to providing you with the tools and resources you need to optimize your Health and Wellness.
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