Clinical Research Associate - CRA (Portugal)
EyeBio
Job Description
- ensures the implementation of clinical trials in compliance with Good Clinical Practices (GCP), Sponsor SOPs, Local Laws and Regulations, Protocol, Monitoring Plan, and associated documents.
- acts as the primary point of contact and manager for the clinical trial at the assigned sites, responsible for overseeing the study conduct throughout all phases, from validation to closure.
- develops close relationships with site teams and ensures the continuity of these relationships throughout all phases of the trial.
- actively collaborates in expanding clinical research activities by identifying and establishing partnerships with new trial sites.
- participates actively in the continuous improvement of processes and systems related to the proper execution of clinical trials.
Experience and Education:
- Bachelor's degree in a health-related field, with at least 3 years of experience in clinical trial monitoring.
- Fluent in Portuguese and English (spoken and written), with excellent written and oral communication skills.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Solid knowledge of Good Clinical Practices and clinical trial monitoring.
- Experience in conducting clinical trials (validation visits, initiation, ongoing, and closure).
- Ability to manage complex scenarios, working solution-oriented.
- Good IT skills (MS Office) and knowledge of clinical trial management tools.
- Valid driving license.
Behavioral Competencies:
- Proactive, with a positive mindset and problem-solving orientation.
- Responsible and results-focused.
- Detail-oriented and organized.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple requests autonomously.
- Good adaptability to a multicultural environment and ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.
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Employee Status:
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Travel Requirements:
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Required Skills:
Accountability, Accountability, Adaptability, Adverse Event Reporting System, Clinical Research Methods, Clinical Site Management, Clinical Study Management, Clinical Testing, Clinical Trial Planning, Clinical Trials Monitoring, Data Analysis, Data Reporting, Detail-Oriented, Good Clinical Data Management Practice (GCDMP), Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Information Technology Applications, Intrapersonal Communication, Management Process, Microsoft Office, Monitoring Control, Portuguese Language, Proactive Approach, Problem Solving, Protocol Adherence, Regulatory Compliance {+ 3 more}Preferred Skills:
Job Posting End Date:
06/22/2025*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.