Clinical Research Associate page is loaded Clinical Research Associate Apply locations Milan time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R23607 BeiGene continues to grow at a rapid pace with challenging and exciting opportunities for experienced professionals. When considering candidates, we look for scientific and business professionals who are highly motivated, collaborative, and most importantly, share our passionate interest in fighting cancer.
General Description: The CRA executes clinical monitoring activities at clinical trial sites and monitors clinical trials in accordance with ICH guidelines and GCP, local regulations, and applicable SOPs.
Performs monitoring activities related to selection, initiation, conduct (recruitment, quality data collection) and timely completion of oncology/hematology clinical trials within the assigned region.
The CRA is responsible for collaborating closely with the Regional Clinical Operations Manager to ensure study timelines are adhered to and required quality standards are maintained.
Identify gaps and areas for improvement and propose CAPA.
Supports start-up and provides local expertise.
SSU experience is considered a plus
Perform feasibility, site identification, selection and evaluation, supporting initial list of sites and recruitment targets
Provides protocol and related study training to assigned sites.
Conducts pre-study, initiation, routine monitoring and closeout visits per monitoring plan and applicable SOPs
Conducts co-monitoring visits, if required
Completes monitoring visit reports in accordance with ICH-GCP, BeiGene standards and SOP
Manages sites and site performance by tracking regulatory submissions, recruitment, case report form (CRF) completion, and data query resolution
Establish regular lines of communication with sites and reports site progress, issues and proposed action to Clinical Operations
Ensure inspection readiness of the study and sites
Collaborates with Regional Clinical Operations Manager and clinical study sites to ensure timely delivery of study milestones (i.e., study startup, recruitment, database analyses, closeout, etc.)
Attends disease indication project specific training and general CRA training as required
Facilitate Study Oversight Visits (SOVs), site audits and/or inspections, as required
Evaluates the quality and integrity of site practices – escalating quality and/or GCP issues with Investigators and internal team as appropriate.
Anticipate and identify site issues; propose corrective and preventative actions; identify gaps and utilize opportunities. Constantly strive for operating excellence, question status-quo and promote innovation.
Mentor and manage junior staff and Clinical Research Associates
Acts as the escalation point person for CRA(s) with site related issues and concerns
May review visits reports, following-up on issue resolution and communicating with the Regional Clinical Operations Manager on significant risk identified and action proposed
May serve as subject matter expert for clinical operations, country regulations and monitoring related activities.
Computer Skills: Efficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, MS Project, MS PowerPoint and Outlook
Other Qualifications: Understands clinical trial processes with a thorough knowledge of ICH and associated regulatory guidelines
At least 3 years of (CRA) monitoring experience in the pharmaceutical or CRO industry
Experience in oncology/hematology trials preferred
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize and multi-task
Fluent in English & Italian (writing and speaking)
Education Required: BS in a relevant scientific discipline and minimum of 3 years of monitoring experience.
Experience in oncology global trials preferred
Travel: up to 60%
Competencies: Ethics - Treats people with respect; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently. Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time. Follows instructions and responds to management direction.
Communication - Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations. Writes clearly and informatively. Able to read and interpret written information.
Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Shares expertise with others.
Adaptability – Able to adapt to changes in the work environment. Manages competing demands. Changes approach or method to best fit the situation. Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and development areas; Pursues training and opportunities for growth; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data.
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
Project Management - Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget.
BeiGene Global Competencies When we exhibit our values of Patients First, Collaborative Spirit, Bold Ingenuity and Driving Excellence, through our twelve global competencies below, we help get more affordable medicines to more patients around the world.
Fosters TeamworkProvides and Solicits Honest and Actionable FeedbackSelf-AwarenessActs InclusivelyDemonstrates InitiativeEntrepreneurial MindsetContinuous LearningEmbraces ChangeResults-OrientedAnalytical Thinking/Data AnalysisFinancial ExcellenceCommunicates with ClarityWe are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. BeiGene does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
About Us BeiGene is a global oncology company that is discovering and developing innovative treatments that are more affordable and accessible to cancer patients worldwide. With a broad portfolio, we are expediting development of our diverse pipeline of novel therapeutics through our internal capabilities and collaborations. We are committed to radically improving access to medicines for far more patients who need them. Our growing global team of more than 10,000 colleagues spans five continents, with administrative offices in Basel, Beijing, and Cambridge, U.S. To learn more about BeiGene, please visit www.beigene.com and follow us on LinkedIn and X (formerly known as Twitter).
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