Clinical Research Associate – Talent Pipeline Opportunity

About the role

Emerald Clinical Trials is expanding its European talent network and is looking for experienced Clinical Research Associates (CRA II or Senior CRA) to join a talent pipeline for upcoming projects. This position is intended to build a pool of qualified professionals ready to be deployed as new studies are awarded.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct site qualification, initiation, routine monitoring, and close‑out visits.
• Ensure protocol compliance, patient safety and timely issue escalation.
• Review source documentation, validate study data and maintain high‑quality records in study systems and TMF.
• Support investigators throughout the trial lifecycle and provide site training as needed.
• Manage site relationships and contribute to recruitment and retention initiatives.

Required profile

• Degree in Life Sciences or a related healthcare discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of independent monitoring experience in a CRO, academic or pharmaceutical setting.
• Strong knowledge of ICH‑GCP and European regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills with ability to travel regionally.
• Experience in renal, nephrology, cardiometabolic or oncology studies is preferred.

Required skills

• ICH‑GCP
• European regulatory requirements
• Clinical trial monitoring

What we offer

• Purpose‑driven work on trials that improve lives, especially in renal, cardiometabolic and oncology therapeutic areas.
• Opportunity to join a global network of more than 800 professionals across Asia‑Pacific, Europe and the Americas.
• Supportive environment that values scientific excellence, speed and strategy.