Senior Clinical Research Associate

Title: Senior Clinical Research Associate
Location: United States

Job Description:

Piper Companies is seeking a Senior Clinical Research Associate (CRA) to support oncology clinical trials for a well-established organization within the clinical research industry. This Senior Clinical Research Associate (CRA) role is a 6-month remote contract (with extensions), full-service position with a preference for candidates located in the West or Central regions. This individual will play a critical role overseeing Phase II and Phase III oncology studies, often functioning as the primary CRA on assigned trials.

Responsibilities of the Senior Clinical Research Associate include:

• Independently manage site monitoring activities for Phase II and III oncology trials, including a combination of onsite and remote visits averaging 8-10 onsite days per month.
• Serve as the primary clinical contact for assigned sites, building strong, long-term relationships and providing consistent support and guidance.
• Ensure study conduct aligns with protocol requirements, GCP, ICH guidelines, and applicable regulatory standards.
• Oversee site performance, data quality, and issue resolution while proactively identifying and mitigating risks.
• Prepare accurate and timely monitoring documentation, including visit reports and follow-up communications.

Qualifications for the Senior Clinical Research Associate include:

• Minimum of 2+ years of oncology monitoring experience with current expectations of approximately 3 years of independent monitoring.
• Hands-on experience supporting Phase II and Phase III clinical trials, ideally within a full-service model working with biotechnology clients.
• Ability to operate autonomously, including serving as the sole CRA on a study and managing site relationships with minimal oversight.
• Willingness and ability to travel regionally, reside within one hour of a major airport, and maintain required onsite visit expectations.
• Bachelor's degree not required for senior-level consideration if equivalent clinical research experience can be demonstrated.

Compensation for the Senior Clinical Research Associate:

Salary: $155,000-$175,000/year (USD)

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and applicable paid leave

Keywords: clinical research, clinical trials, CRA, oncology, GCP, ICH, regulatory compliance, site monitoring, CTMS, EDC, patient recruitment, protocol training, clinical documentation, data review, query resolution, clinical operations, FDA regulations, SOPs, quality oversight, risk-based monitoring, therapeutic areas.