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Clinical Research Associate - Sponsor Dedicated

1.5 years
$57,500.00 - $226,800.00
10 Nov. 21, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/Life Sciences 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

Clinical Research Associate (Sponsor-Dedicated) | IQVIA | Durham, North Carolina

Location: Durham, North Carolina
Job Type: Full-Time
Job ID: R1482205
Work Model: Field-Based
Additional Locations Available

IQVIA is seeking an experienced Clinical Research Associate (CRA) for a sponsor-dedicated role, supporting clinical trial oversight across multiple sites. This position ensures compliant study conduct, quality data collection, and adherence to protocol and regulatory requirements.


Role Overview

The Clinical Research Associate will conduct end-to-end monitoring and site management activities, ensuring clinical trial sites operate in alignment with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), applicable regulations, and sponsor expectations. This role involves site visits, documentation oversight, communication management, and proactive issue resolution.


Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct site monitoring activities including site selection, initiation, routine monitoring, and close-out visits.

  • Ensure all site operations comply with study protocol, ICH-GCP, and regulatory guidelines.

  • Support subject recruitment strategies by collaborating with sites to optimize enrollment timelines.

  • Deliver protocol training and facilitate continuous communication with study sites.

  • Assess the quality and integrity of site practices and escalate compliance concerns as needed.

  • Track study progress including regulatory submissions, enrollment status, CRF completion, and data query resolution.

  • Ensure accurate maintenance of essential documents for the Trial Master File (TMF) and Investigator Site File (ISF).

  • Prepare visit reports, follow-up letters, action plans, and required site management documents.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional project teams to support study execution.

  • Support site-level financial management and invoice retrieval when applicable.


Required Qualifications and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or healthcare discipline (required).

  • Minimum 1.5 years of on-site clinical monitoring experience (required).

  • Strong knowledge of GCP, ICH guidelines, and clinical research regulatory standards.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as standard digital tools such as laptops, smartphones, and tablets.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with fluency in English.

  • Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and time-management capabilities.

  • Proven ability to build productive working relationships with site personnel, colleagues, managers, and clients.

  • Equivalent education, training, or experience may be considered in lieu of degree where applicable.


Core Competencies

  • Solid understanding of therapeutic areas and study protocols.

  • Attention to detail and ability to evaluate site performance objectively.

  • Effective planning and prioritization skills for managing multiple study assignments.

  • Strong documentation practices aligned with regulatory expectations.

  • Ability to work independently in field-based environments while maintaining high professional standards.


Compensation

Annual Base Pay Range:
USD 57,500 – 226,800

Actual compensation varies based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and work schedule. Additional incentives, bonuses, and comprehensive health and welfare benefits may be available.


About IQVIA

IQVIA is a global leader in clinical research, real-world data analytics, and healthcare intelligence. The organization provides advanced solutions that accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical products aimed at improving global healthcare outcomes.

IQVIA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Learn more about careers at IQVIA: jobs.iqvia.com