Syneos Health is hiring an experienced Clinical Research Associate (CRA) to join a Functional Service Provider (FSP) partnership in Switzerland, with a preference for candidates in the Zurich area. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the integrity and compliance of clinical research studies through a combination of on-site and remote monitoring activities.
What You’ll Do
- Conduct on-site and remote monitoring of clinical research studies to ensure compliance with widely accepted clinical practices and regulatory requirements.
- Review study protocols, informed consent forms, and case report forms.
- Develop and implement tools, procedures, and processes to ensure quality monitoring, including monitoring plans, checklists, and templates.
- Contribute to the design, implementation, and delivery of processes, programs, and policies, including standard operating procedures (SOPs) and training materials.
- Manage defined components of projects or processes within your area of responsibility.
- Coordinate site visits, track study progress, and resolve issues.
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation of monitoring activities and findings.
- Write monitoring reports, follow-up letters, and action plans.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support clinical trial operations.
- Work with investigators, site staff, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth study conduct.
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
- A minimum of 2-4 years of experience in clinical research monitoring.
- Strong knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and regulatory requirements.
- Fluency in German, French, and English.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and team collaboration skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- Proficiency in using clinical trial management systems and the Microsoft Office Suite.
- Attention to detail, strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
Technical Stack
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Clinical trial management systems
Team & Environment
You will be working within an FSP partnership model, collaborating closely with dedicated teams to support clinical trial operations.
Work Mode
This is a local-country role in Switzerland, with the Zurich area preferred. It involves a combination of on-site and remote work.
The Company is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, including the provision of reasonable accommodations, when appropriate, to assist employees or applicants to perform the essential functions of the job.
