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Clinical Research Associate - Field Management (Los Angeles, Ca)

2-4 years
CRA: $110,000 - $123,000 Sr. CRA: $125,000 - $143,000
10 Feb. 13, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Hybrid Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ 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

Job Description: Clinical Research Associate (CRA/Sr. CRA)

Location: Los Angeles, United States
Job Category: Clinical Development

About the Department

The Clinical, Medical, and Regulatory (CMR) department at Novo Nordisk is a highly collaborative and diverse team focused on healthcare provider interactions, regulatory strategy implementation, medical education, and clinical data collection. Our mission is to improve patient outcomes through innovation and scientific integrity.

The Position

The Clinical Research Associate (CRA/Sr. CRA) plays a key role in ensuring the quality execution of clinical research, prioritizing patient safety, data reliability, scientific integrity, and regulatory compliance. This role involves monitoring clinical trial sites, managing site activities, and contributing to process improvements within the North America Clinical Development (NACD) portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

1. Clinical Trial Execution & Site Management

  • Oversee and ensure the quality delivery of assigned clinical trials in alignment with targets and strategies.
  • Conduct risk-based monitoring using Risk-Based Quality Management (RBQM) principles and tools.
  • Perform all visit types (Site Selection, Site Initiation, Monitoring, and Closure) at assigned sites.
  • Ensure proper safety reporting, trial product handling, monitoring, and storage per protocols, SOPs, and regulatory guidelines.
  • Validate accuracy, completeness, and compliance of clinical data collected at trial sites.

2. Stakeholder Collaboration & Relationship Management

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clinical trial sites, internal teams, and external research vendors.
  • Provide guidance and expertise in assigned protocols, acting as a local expert in therapeutic areas.
  • Work closely with NACD, CMR, International Operations (IO), and HQ R&D teams.
  • Deliver excellent customer service and support investigative sites in meeting country enrollment and retention targets.

3. Compliance, Audits & Continuous Improvement

  • Participate in the preparation, conduct, and follow-up of audits and inspections.
  • Assist in developing and implementing Corrective and Preventive Action Plans (CAPA).
  • Stay updated with emerging trends, new practices, systems, and technologies in clinical research.

Physical Requirements

  • 50-75% overnight travel required.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain a good driving record within Novo Nordisk’s Motor Vehicle Records policy.
  • May be required to work on company holidays and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree required (preferably in a science-related discipline).
  • Alternatively, a Registered Nurse (RN) with a minimum of 3 years of on-site monitoring experience is acceptable in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree.

Experience & Skills:

  • Minimum 4 years of clinical trial experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, CRO, or healthcare settings.
  • At least 2 years of on-site monitoring experience (may be waived for candidates with relevant Novo Nordisk experience).
  • Strong understanding of medical terminology, ICH-GCP principles, and clinical trial protocols.
  • Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project) and clinical trial systems.
  • Excellent communication (verbal, written, and presentation) skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities, stakeholders, and timelines while mitigating risks.

Compensation & Benefits

Base Salary Range:

  • CRA: $110,000 - $123,000
  • Sr. CRA: $125,000 - $143,000

Additional Compensation:

  • Eligible for a company performance bonus.
  • Long-term incentive compensation.
  • Company vehicle eligibility based on position level.

Employee Benefits:

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) savings plan with company match
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Voluntary benefits (group legal, critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto/home insurance)
  • Paid time off policies (sick leave, flexible vacation, parental leave)

Application Details

Equal Opportunity Employer

Novo Nordisk is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in hiring. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Accommodation Requests

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