Description
PPD is a leading global contract research organization. At PPD we are passionate, deliberate, and driven by our purpose – to improve health.
As a Clinical Research Associate, you will perform and coordinate all aspects of the clinical monitoring and site management process.
This position offers our full benefits package including an annual company bonus of up to 4% of your base salary as well as continued career advancement working from an office or from home within the Clinical Management department or other departments within PPD.
At PPD we hire the best, develop ourselves and each other, and recognize the power of being one team.
Summarized Purpose:
The Clinical Research Associate (CRA) performs and coordinates all aspects of the clinical monitoring and site management process in accordance with ICH Good Clinical Practices, FDA guidelines, local regulations and PPD Standard Operating Procedures.
Conducts site visits to assess protocol and regulatory compliance and manages required documentation Responsible for ensuring that data will pass international quality assurance audits. Represents PPD in the global medical research community and develops and maintains collaborative relationships with investigational sites. Required to travel 60-80% on average.
This is a home-based position (remote, telecommute, virtual, work at home, work from home) in Alabama (AL), Arkansas (AR), Connecticut (CT), Delaware (DE), Florida (FL), Georgia (GA), Kentucky (KY), Louisiana (LA), Maine (ME),Maryland (MD), Massachusetts (MA), Mississippi (MS), New Hampshire (NH), New Jersey (NJ), New York (NY), North Carolina (NC), Ohio (OH), Pennsylvania (PA), Rhode Island (RI), South Carolina (SC), Tennessee (TN), Vermont (VT), Virginia (VA) or West Virginia (WV).
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Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in a science related field or a Registered Nursing certification or equivalent certification/licensure from an appropriately accredited institution
Previous experience as a clinical research monitor that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to one year) or completion of PPD Drug Development Fellowship.
Valid Driver’s License where applicable
In some cases an equivalent combination of education, professional training, and experience that provides the required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities may be considered
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Proven clinical monitoring skills
Demonstrated understanding of medical/therapeutic area knowledge and medical terminology
Demonstrated ability to attain and maintain a working knowledge of Good Clinical Practices and applicable Standard Operating Procedures
Good oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with medical personnel
Customer focus
Good organizational and time management skills
Effective interpersonal skills
Attention to detail
Proven flexibility and adaptability
Ability to work in a team or independently as required
Good computer skills: good knowledge of Microsoft Office and the ability to learn appropriate software
Good English language and grammar skills
Good presentation skills
Working Conditions:
Work is performed in an office/ laboratory/clinical/and/or home office environment with exposure to electrical office equipment.
Frequently drives to site locations. Frequently travels (60-80% of time) domestically with extended overnight stays.
Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms.
Personal protective equipment required such as protective eyewear, garments and gloves.
Exposure to fluctuating and/or extreme temperatures on rare occasions.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to work in an upright and /or stationary position for 6-8 hours per day.
Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.
Frequent mobility required.
Occasional crouching, stooping, with frequent bending and twisting of upper body and neck.
Light to moderate lifting and carrying (or otherwise moves) objects including luggage and laptop computer with a maximum lift of 15-20 lbs.
Ability to access and use a variety of computer software developed both in-house and off-the-shelf.
Ability to communicate complex information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
Frequently interacts with others to obtain or relate information to diverse groups.
Performs a wide range of variable tasks as dictated by variable demands and changing conditions with little predictability as to the occurrence. Ability to perform under stress. Ability to multi-task.
Regular and consistent attendance.
PPD is an affirmative action employer that values diversity as a strength and fosters an environment of mutual respect. PPD provides equal employment opportunities without regard to age, race, color, pregnancy, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or other status within any other protected group.
Organization
– Clinical Management
Primary Location
– North America-United States
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