Clinical Research Associate II
Abbott
Summary
The CRA II will assist in the clinical execution and management of all aspects of assigned clinical studies. This includes but not limited to planning and implementation of clinical studies from concept to clinical study report per timelines and quality standards. This position will be based in our Alameda, CA office.
Job description
The Opportunity
The CRA II will assist in the clinical execution and management of all aspects of assigned clinical studies. This includes but not limited to planning and implementation of clinical studies from concept to clinical study report per timelines and quality standards. This position will be based in our Alameda, CA office.
What You'll Work On
- Conduct single or multi-center medical device clinical studies.
- Perform study site visits (SQV, SIV, IMV, COV), generate monitoring trip reports, and track resolution of action items.
- Participate in study start up activities.
- Responsible for shipping study devices and supplies to clinical sites and performing study device accountability.
- Manage clinical monitoring activities and overall site management ensuring compliance to the Study Protocol, Good Clinical Practices (GCPs), ICH guidelines, Federal Regulations, department procedures and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Responsible for assisting senior staff in planning study conduct, designing case report forms (CRFs), conducting User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Contract Research Organization (CRO) selection and management, selection and training of investigator sites, planning and running study meetings, evaluation, selection and training of new study investigators and writing and assembling submissions.
- Maintain and audit Trial Master File to ensure inspection readiness.
- Perform review of clinical data listings for completeness and accuracy, and escalate issues to the Clinical Operations Manager as needed.
- Participate in cross-functional clinical team(s) in the planning and execution of clinical trials.
- Proactively and effectively communicate the status of clinical studies to management.
- Ensures quality delivery of study deliverables within agreed budgets and timelines.
- Participate in the interim and final reviews of study data in preparation of regulatory submissions.
- Involved in the preparation of all applicable documents required for the conduct of the study (such as Trial Master File (TMF), Clinical Protocols and Reports).
- May interact with RA/QA in responding to audits and FDA inquiries.
Required Qualifications
- B.S. degree in life sciences or equivalent with minimum 5 years of clinical research experience.
- Must have 2+ years of relevant experience in site monitoring.
- Experience in conducting medical device and/or in-vitro diagnostics studies preferred. Pharmaceutical background may also be considered.
- Must be able to travel 30-50%.
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated excellence in teamwork, shared mindset for success, stellar interpersonal and communication skills including building rapport with team members, peers, and management.
- Solid understanding and demonstrated experience of the clinical trial process including study design and conduct; clinical data management systems; clinical trial management systems; data analysis; and data reporting and interpretation.
- Must have a demonstrated ability to solve problems with innovative solutions along with strong project management and organizational skills to deliver projects on time and on budget.
- Able to manage numerous projects/conflicting priorities, and to be flexible when priorities change.
- Working knowledge of GCP, Clinical and Regulatory Affairs.
- Proficient with Microsoft Suite.
Requirements
- B.S. degree in life sciences or equivalent
- Minimum 5 years of clinical research experience
- 2+ years of relevant experience in site monitoring
- Must be able to travel 30-50%
- Experience in conducting medical device and/or in-vitro diagnostics studies preferred
- Working knowledge of GCP, Clinical and Regulatory Affairs
- Proficient with Microsoft Suite
- Strong project management and organizational skills
- Excellent teamwork, interpersonal and communication skills
Benefits
- Free Medical Coverage
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Student Debt Program
- FreeU Education Benefit
- Career Development
Company overview
Abbott Laboratories is a global healthcare leader with a 135-year legacy of innovation, dedicated to helping people live healthier, fuller lives through life-changing technologies and products. Headquartered in Abbott Park, Illinois, the company operates in more than 160 countries with a workforce of approximately 114,000 professionals. Abbott's diversified portfolio spans four core business segments: medical devices, diagnostics, nutrition products, and branded generic pharmaceuticals. The company is particularly renowned for its groundbreaking medical devices including cardiovascular technologies, diabetes management systems like the FreeStyle Libre continuous glucose monitor, neuromodulation devices for chronic pain, and the AVEIR DR dual chamber leadless pacemaker system. In diagnostics, Abbott has been instrumental in developing critical tests, including the first licensed HIV test in 1985 that helped secure blood supply safety. The company's nutrition division produces leading infant formulas like Similac, while its pharmaceutical business provides quality branded generic medicines. Abbott consistently ranks among Fortune's Most Admired Companies and maintains a strong commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility, making it a trusted partner in advancing global healthcare.