Clinical Research Associate (CRA)

Piper Companies is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Clinical Research Associate (CRA) to support the planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout of clinical trials. The CRA is a traveling-based role - Southeast & Northeast regions.

Responsibilities of the CRA:
• Conduct site qualification, initiation, routine monitoring, and closeout visits for clinical research studies
• Ensure clinical trials are conducted according to study protocols, GCP guidelines, FDA regulations, and applicable local requirements
• Review source documentation, informed consent forms, and regulatory documents for accuracy and compliance
• Monitor patient recruitment, enrollment, retention, and protocol compliance
• Maintain accurate monitoring reports and study documentation within required
• Assist with study start-up activities, including regulatory submissions and site training
• Support audit and inspection readiness activities
• Track study milestones and provide regular updates on site performance and study progress

Qualifications of the CRA:
• 4+ years of clinical research experience, preferably as a Clinical Research Associate or on-site monitoring
• CRA certification (ACRP, SOCRA, or equivalent)
• Experience in oncology, immunology, cardiology, neuroscience, or rare disease studies.
• Experience working with electronic data capture (EDC) systems
• Familiarity with risk-based monitoring methodologies
• Knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines, FDA regulations, and clinical trial processes
• Experience monitoring Phase I-IV clinical trials preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Clinical Trial Management Systems (CTMS)
• Ability to travel up to 50% as required
• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Biology, Nursing, Public Health, or a related field

Compensation for the Clinical Research Associate:
• Salary: $110,000 - $140,000 based on years of relevant experience
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Sick leave required as by law, PTO, Holidays

This job opens for applications on 9/4/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

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