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CRA 1 / CRA 2 - Full Service Operation Model - Porto, Portugal

Key Facts

Remote From: 
Full time
Junior (1-2 years)
English

Other Skills

  • Training And Development
  • Computer Literacy
  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Organizational Skills
  • Detail Oriented

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Master's degree in healthcare or a related field
  • Minimum 1 year of experience as a CRA
  • Foundational knowledge of the clinical trial process and regulatory guidelines
  • Fluency in English and the local language (written and spoken) with proficiency in standard computer software

Requirements:

  • Conduct routine, pre-study, initiation, and close-out site visits to ensure protocol and project plan compliance
  • Perform data quality oversight including source data verification, CRF review, and management of data queries
  • Oversee operational site activities such as trip reports, audit readiness, study file management, and vendor coordination
  • Monitor safety by tracking and following up on SAEs and assisting with safety reporting narratives

Job description

Our FSO department in Portugal is looking for a CRA I / II to manage clinical studies principally in Oncology, Hematology and Immunology .
Home based in Porto area.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Clinical site monitoring: conducts routine, pre‑study, initiation, and close‑out visits, ensuring full compliance with project plans.

  • Site and patient protection: ensures informed consent, protocol adherence, and regulatory compliance to safeguard study participants.

  • Data quality oversight: performs source document verification, CRF review, and manages data queries to ensure accuracy and completeness.

  • Operational site management: prepares trip reports, ensures audit readiness, manages study files, coordinates with vendors, and uses resources efficiently.

  • Safety reporting: tracks and follows up on Serious Adverse Events (SAEs), supporting report and narrative preparation.

  • Extended support activities: feasibility assessments, QC visits, EC submissions, budget support, training/mentoring of new staff, and local project coordination.

  • Cross‑functional communication & logistics: liaises with internal teams, manages study materials, and travels as required.

Qualifications required:

  • University Master's degree in healthcare or similar.

  • Basic understanding of the clinical trial process and foundational knowledge of applicable regulatory guidelines.

  • Fluency in both English and the local office language, in written and verbal communication.

Experience (Minimum Required):

Mandatory 1 year minimum of experience as CRA.

• Understanding of Regulatory Guidelines.

• Good computer skills with good working knowledge of a range of computer packages.

By stepping into this role, you’ll join a highly collaborative, supportive, and growth‑oriented environment where your development is valued and your contributions truly make an impact

Learn more about our EEO & Accommodations request here.

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