Job Description Summary

The Senior Clinical Research Associate (CRA) will act as a liaison between BD (the study Sponsor) and the sites/clinics that conduct their assigned clinical studies. Focused primarily on ensuring data quality and regulatory compliance, the CRA will work closely with the Principal Investigator and their staff at their assigned clinical study sites. The Senior CRA will identify and/or resolve data queries and will ensure identification and reporting of safety events and/or device deficiencies. Requiring little supervision, the Senior CRA will review site files and processes to ensure that applicable regulations are being followed. They will actively participate in site identification and qualification activities. Assigned studies tend to be larger, more complex studies used to support device registrations.

Job Description

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The Senior Clinical Research Associate (CRA) will act as a liaison between BD (the study Sponsor) and the sites/clinics that conduct their assigned clinical studies. Focused primarily on ensuring data quality and regulatory compliance, the CRA will work closely with the Principal Investigator and their staff at their assigned clinical study sites. The Senior CRA will identify and/or resolve data queries and will ensure identification and reporting of safety events and/or device deficiencies. Requiring little supervision, the Senior CRA will review site files and processes to ensure that applicable regulations are being followed. They will actively participate in site identification and qualification activities. Assigned studies tend to be larger, more complex studies used to support device registrations.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Independently build and maintain successful working relationships with internal partners and site staff (e.g., Principal Investigators, Study Coordinators)
  
• Acts as the primary liaison between BD and the investigational site
  
• Perform all types of monitoring visits (i.e., on-site, virtual/remote, in-house) including Pre-Study (Qualification), Site Initiation, Interim, and Close-Out, according to plan
  
• Conducts source document verification per plan
  
• Routinely performs site document reviews to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and standards (e.g., GCP/ISO, IRB/EC policies and procedures
  
• Site interactions involve prioritization of subject safety including appropriately administered informed consent
  
• Review/report AE/SAEs and protocol deviations per industry and BD standards
  
• Maintain audit-ready regulatory files for assigned site(s)/project(s) that align with company and industry parameters
  
• Maintain all project supporting systems, e.g. CTMS, EDC, e TMF, etc
  
• Produce proficient and timely documentation of monitoring activities/visits (e.g., timely and complete trip reports, contact records, etc. within company-specified quality standards)
  
• Collaborate with the studies cross-functional team members and actively participate in meetings
  
• Assist in development and delivery of site-facing presentation materials for Investigator Meetings, Initiation visits, etc.
  
• Make sure site staff are adequately trained in all project-related requirements and tasks
  
• Support audit activities, as appropriate
  
• Ensure site(s) maintains an acceptable inventory of clinical supplies and associated documentation
  
• Rigorously maintain compliance with the company’s business travel and expense policies
  

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in a healthcare or science related field. Consideration of a candidate with any alternate level of education will be case-dependent based on experience and positional need
  
• Good Clinical Practices (GCP) certification from an accredited program is required
  
• 2+ years of relevant clinical research experience as a field-based CRA is required; medical device experience is preferred
  

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Fluent knowledge of spoken and written English language, including medical terminology
  
• Superior written and verbal communication skills
  
• Proficiency in presentation preparation and delivery
  
• Technical savviness with an ability to understand the impact technology has on increasing effectiveness and performance
  
• Previous experience with EDC, CTMS and e TMF systems required
  
• Understanding of clinical study management processes and systems, including monitoring, investigational product handling, data management, etc.
  
• Understanding of domestic and international clinical research guidelines, e.g. ICH GCP, FDA CFR, ISO, HIPAA
  
• Ability to work in and promote team cohesiveness in a virtual/remote environment
  
• Exhibit flexible organizational change approaches with a growth mindset
  
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple tasks with challenging timelines and results
  
• Ability to master understanding of the disease state and product(s) under investigation
  

Primary Work Location and Additional Considerations:

• REMOTE / Field-based position
  
• Ability to work independently from a home office.
  
• Ability to travel 50% of the time is required.
  
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a past clean driving record for a minimum of 3 years; as well as meet BD's auto safety standards
  
• We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor Visas' at this time.
  
• We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to provide Relocation assistance at this time.
  

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?
A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.

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