Clinical Research Associate II - Neuro & Immunology (Remote US - Multiple Openings)

Job Description Advance AbbVie's pipeline by striving for excellence in clinical research, turning science into medicine for our patients and leveraging new advanced capabilities to drive industry‑leading performance. Partners with the investigator and site staff for meaningful and effective engagements positioning AbbVie as the choice in clinical trials. Focus on site clinical research that ensures appropriate conduct of the trial while driving improvement in data integrity, compliance, overall study performance and customer experience. Responsibilities Primary point of contact for the investigative site; provides contextual information on clinical trials, connects stakeholders and strengthens AbbVie’s positioning. Aligns, trains and motivates the site staff and principal investigator on trial goals, protocol and patient treatment principles to ensure a trusted partnership. Conducts site evaluation, training, routine and closure monitoring activities in compliance with protocol and monitoring plans, applicable regulations, GCP, ICH guidelines, AbbVie SOPs and quality standards. Customizes site engagement strategy for assigned study(s) using site insights and engagement tools such as CRM to report, track progress and measure impact. Connects study protocol, scientific principles and clinical trial requirements to day‑to‑day clinical trial execution activities; evaluates and ensures effective recruitment and retention plans. Mentors and trains less experienced CRAs, provides input into their development, and may participate in global/local task forces and initiatives. Responsible for continuous risk assessment and collaboration with Central Monitoring to detect early study performance or patient safety issues. Uses critical thinking to resolve site risk signals, implements corrective action plans, and promotes compliance with a customer‑centric approach. Identifies, evaluates and recommends new/potential investigators or sites on an ongoing basis. Ensures quality data submission, timely safety event reporting, audit and regulatory inspection readiness, and manages investigator payments as per contract obligations. Qualifications Appropriate tertiary qualification in health‑related disciplines (Medical, Scientific, Nursing) preferred. Minimum 1 year of clinically related experience, including at least 6 months in clinical research monitoring of investigational drug or device trials. Familiarity with risk‑based monitoring, onsite and offsite monitoring. Knowledge of therapeutic area indications and ability to apply scientific concepts to trial conduct. Advanced knowledge of local regulatory and legal requirements, ICH/GCP guidelines and applicable policies. Strong cross‑functional collaboration skills among internal and external stakeholders. Strong planning and organizational skills to work effectively in a dynamic environment with competing projects and deadlines. Advanced ability to leverage technology, tools and resources to provide customer‑centric support based on site health. Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal, active listening and presentation skills, with ability to establish and leverage site relationships and trusted partnerships. Strong critical thinking, judgment and ability to address clinical site issues using functional expertise. Acts with integrity in accordance with AbbVie code of business conduct and leadership values; self‑motivated and focused on delivering timely, high‑quality outcomes. Additional Information Compensation range is the possible base pay range AbbVie believes in good faith it will pay at the time of posting; actual compensation depends on geographic location and may vary. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees. Eligible for participation in our short‑term incentive programs. Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits or other compensation remains at the company's discretion, consistent with applicable law. AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled. U.S. & Puerto Rico only – to learn more, visit equal‑employment‑opportunity‑employer.html . U.S. & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more: reasonable-accommodations.html . #J-18808-Ljbffr AbbVie