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Sr. Clinical Research Associate

4-6 years
Not Disclosed
10 April 28, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./M.Sc./B.Pharm/M.Pharm/Life science Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

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Job Title: Senior Clinical Research Associate
Location: Redwood City, CA (Hybrid) or Remote (USA)
Employment Type: Temporary Agency Worker / Remote


Company Overview:

Karius is a cutting-edge life science startup revolutionizing the understanding of microbial pathogens through genomic sequencing and machine learning. Their innovative platform provides unprecedented insights into microbial landscapes, enabling clinicians to identify over a thousand pathogens directly from blood and accelerating the development of therapeutic solutions. As part of the Karius team, your work will have a life-changing impact on patients worldwide.


Position Summary:

The Senior Clinical Research Associate (Sr. CRA) is responsible for supporting clinical studies by ensuring data accuracy, source documentation traceability, and assisting in site management and clinical study materials development. This contract position is pivotal to ensuring the successful execution of clinical trials.


Primary Responsibilities:

  • Site Monitoring: Support the Clinical Trial Manager (CTM) in site identification, qualification, initiation, monitoring, and close-out activities.

  • On-Site and Remote Monitoring: Conduct site visits to ensure adherence to study protocols, regulatory requirements, and ICH-GCP guidelines. Perform Source Data Verification (SDV) and case report form (CRF) completion in the EDC system.

  • Regulatory Documentation: Track and follow up on regulatory submissions, IRB approvals, recruitment progress, and data collection timelines. Maintain the Investigator Site File (ISF) and Trial Master File (TMF) to ensure audit-readiness.

  • Protocol-Specific Training: Provide training to investigators, study coordinators, and site staff on study procedures and compliance expectations.

  • Investigational Product Management: Oversee investigational product (IP) tracking, temperature-controlled storage, inventory management, and accountability at clinical sites.

  • Recruitment & Retention: Develop and implement patient recruitment and retention strategies. Monitor site enrollment performance and escalate concerns to the CTM.

  • Site Issue Resolution: Identify and resolve site-level issues and contribute to the development of corrective and preventive action (CAPA) plans.

  • Compliance & SOPs: Ensure site adherence to company SOPs, study protocols, FDA regulations, and international ICH-GCP standards.

  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with internal teams, site teleconferences, and investigator meetings to ensure trial objectives and timelines are met.

  • Inspection Readiness: Support inspection readiness and participate in audits and regulatory inspections as needed.

  • Vendor Management: Assist with the oversight of vendors such as central labs, imaging providers, and logistics services.

  • Study Documentation: Participate in the review and development of study documents such as protocols, informed consent forms, monitoring plans, and CRFs.

  • Additional Tasks: Perform additional tasks and special projects as required to support clinical trial operations.


Position Requirements:

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Nursing, or a related field.

  • Experience: Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in clinical research, with IVD experience preferred. Prior site monitoring experience is essential.

  • Skills & Knowledge:

    • Solid understanding of clinical trial processes and regulatory requirements (FDA, EMA).

    • Proficiency with EDC systems, CTMS, and eTMF.

    • Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

    • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

    • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality work.


Compensation & Benefits:

  • Salary: Competitive and dependent on experience.

  • Work Environment: Hybrid or remote, depending on location and company policies.