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In house CRA

Beacon Hill Staffing Group Bethesda, Maryland
cra regulatory research regulations clinical research tmf coordinator excel manager monitoring database ind communication
November 24, 2022
Beacon Hill Staffing Group
Bethesda, Maryland
FULL_TIME

MUST HAVE CLINICAL TRIAL/ ClNICAL RESEARCH EXPERIENCE TO BE CONSIDERED.

In-House Clinical Research Associate

6 month (approx) temp to permanent

Located in Bethesda

100% Remote for now then you will need to be onsite once office reopens in Jan 2022

No travel

Must have experience with using a Trial Master File

1) The most important is someone who already knows regulatory documents.

Usually these are site coordinators, clinical trial assistant associates. We really want someone who already knows these documents (example: 1572s, ML, CVs, IRB approvals etc).

2) Use of trackers, reports, excel are good- needed! +

3) TMF is a plus+ (Veeva Vault specifically a definite +).

The ideal candidate's experience with TMF and role as a VV System Administrator.

4) Other + CTM and/or MediData Rave (great if they have)


The In-House Clinical Research Associate is responsible for supporting clinical study teams, primarily the field CRAs and the Project/Task Manager, as required on clinical trial administrative duties.

Duties may include but are not limited to:

Assist in monitoring visit preparation and/or follow up such as teleconference arrangements, regulatory file review, and agenda preparation.

Coordinate or assist in distribution of trial-related materials to study sites.

May assist in preparing the Site Initiation Visit presentation or review of clinical monitoring plans.

Retrieve, file, and maintain essential regulatory documents from clinical trial sites for the Trial Master File (TMF) or another central documents file held by company or Sponsor/Client.

Review site essential regulatory documents for accuracy and completeness as required by FDA regulations, ICH GCP, Sponsor requirements, and corporate or Sponsor SOPs.

Track essential regulatory documents in a centralized web-based system and/or other database.

Troubleshoot essential regulatory document issues by applying existing knowledge to solve new problems.


Additional position information:

eTMF & database experience is mandatory and required, this Manager/department completes everything electronically in databases, they do not use paper for any of their job functions

Nursing background is a plus

Pharmacy background/education and site investigation a plus

Individuals who have previously worked at Johns Hopkins is a plus because they have experience managing several sites (some of the IHCRA's at have up to 17 sites on their caseload)

Spanish is a plus because some projects have documents that require translation to English

Attention to detail (signatures where required, dates & times recorded, any additional documentation(s) has been included in submissions, etc., looking for accuracy in documents and documentation submitted for review

Knowledge of federal regulations, ICH, GCP, FDA, IND & IRB.

Solid of understanding of what constitutes essential documents as they relate to IND trials and the electronic submissions that are required.

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's Degree in life sciences or another health-related field.

Previous experience with clinical trials /human subjects research.

Knowledge of FDA/ICH GCP guidelines/regulations in a pharmaceutical, clinical research, or clinical site, sponsor, or CRO environment (e.g. In-house CRA, Study Coordinator, IRB Coordinator, Regulatory Coordinator/Associate): One to three (1 - 3) years (preferred).

Understanding of medical and clinical trials terminology.

Ability to negotiate with investigators, research nurses, and site staff to reach desired resolution.

Able to work independently or with minimal supervision as well as within a team.

Excellent attention to detail with organizational and prioritization skills for efficient productivity.

Excellent MS Word, Excel and Outlook skills required.

Excellent professional writing and verbal communication skills (position requires clear phone and email communication).

Able to multi-task during the review/processing and preparation of essential regulatory documentation.

Must be self-motivated, with a positive attitude, and willing to ask questions to get the job done right.

Must have excellent time management skills, able to adhere to strict timelines and expectations.

Experience with regulatory document review/collection and IRB submissions (including OHRP regulations), a plus.


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