Clinical Research Associate

Piper Companies is seeking a Clinical Research Associate (CRA) to join a leading organization within the clinical research industry for a permanent position based in Chicago, Illinois. The Clinical Research Associate (CRA) will play a key role in overseeing oncology-focused studies across multiple sites, ensuring trial execution aligns with regulatory expectations and study requirements.

Responsibilities of the Clinical Research Associate
• Perform site visits both in-person and remotely, including study initiation, routine monitoring, and close-out activities
• Ensure investigative sites follow protocol guidelines, regulatory standards, and industry best practices throughout oncology trials
• Evaluate clinical data for accuracy and completeness, including safety events and key study outcomes
• Assist with study start-up efforts such as site assessments, regulatory documentation, and activation

processes
• Partner with cross-functional teams and site personnel to provide updates on study progress, risks, and issue resolution

Requirements of the Clinical Research Associate
• 3-5 years of experience in a CRA role with hands-on site monitoring responsibilities
• Direct involvement in oncology clinical trials with knowledge of relevant endpoints and safety reporting processes
• Experience working with EDC systems and clinical trial technology platforms

Compensation for the Clinical Research Associate
• Salary Range: $125,000 - $150,000
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Sick Leave (as required by law), and Paid Holidays

This job opens for applications on 6/26/26. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

Keywords: clinical research, oncology trials, monitoring, GCP, regulatory compliance, site management, clinical data review, adverse events, safety reporting, EDC systems, clinical operations, study start-up, protocol adherence, FDA regulations, ICH guidelines, data integrity, stakeholder communication, CRO, site visits, trial oversight

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