Clinical Research Associate II and Senior Clinical Research Associate
Are you a CRA looking for the best of both worlds?
Would you like to work directly with a single sponsor while still enjoying the stability, global reach, and career development opportunities that come with working for a leading CRO? Our team calls it the best of both worlds — and we think you’ll agree.
ClinChoice is a rapidly growing global contract research organization. We’re currently expanding our CRA network in Germany and are seeking skilled Clinical Research Associates (CRA II and Senior CRA) interested in partnering with some of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies in the field of biomedicine.
If that sounds like you, we encourage you to submit your resume via our website — we’d love to hear from you!
Position Overview – Clinical Research Associate
As a CRA, you’ll manage clinical study activities across multiple sites within one or more projects, with a focus on medical devices. You will oversee site performance, conduct company-initiated clinical studies, and ensure high-quality deliverables through site visits, monitoring, and effective communication.
Key Requirements:
- Willingness to travel to sites and surrounding countries (50-80% travel).
- Fluent in German is required.
- Prior experience in monitoring clinical trials and site management.
Join a dynamic, global team that values growth, collaboration, and making a difference in clinical research.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent University Degree in scientific and/or medical or paramedical disciplines; Nursing degree or relevant degree or background preferred. In some cases, an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role.
- Up to 8 years of experience as a CRA.
- Strong knowledge of clinical trial operations, GCP/ICH Guidelines, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
- Sound knowledge of medical terminology.
- Fluent in English and local language(s).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook).
Education and Experience:
- A Bachelor Degree is required, preferably a Bachelor of Science Degree in Life Science, Physical Science, Nursing or Biological Science, a Masters or PhD/MD/PharmD.
- At least 4 plus years of onsite monitoring experience is required.
- Previous medical device monitoring experience is required. Therapeutic area experience in neuro- or cardiovascular domain is also required.
- Requires understanding and application of regulations and standards applied in clinical research areas and medical devices/combination products.
- Relevant industry certifications preferred (i.e., CCRA, RAC, CDE).
- Clinical/medical background – a plus.
- Languages: Be able to converse and monitor in English and German. Must be able to converse and understand the documentation, monitoring, etc. in a reasonably confident manner to monitor in that.
- Ability to travel up to 80%.
The Application Process
Once you have submitted your CV, you will receive an acknowledgement that we received it. If you have the requirements we need, you will be invited for phone interview as the first step. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications we receive, we cannot reply to everyone individually if you are not successful.
Who will you be working for?
About ClinChoice
ClinChoice is a global full-service CRO specializing in clinical development and functional solutions for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, and consumer health companies. We have over 28 years of proven high-quality delivery and results across all our services, with over 4,000 professionals in more than 20 countries across the Americas, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.
Our Company Ethos
Our mission drives our culture: to contribute to a healthier and safer world by accelerating the development and commercialization of innovative drugs and devices. Our employees are the most valuable company asset and they are the fulcrum around which all ClinChoice activities are built and close management and training is the core instrument to develop and maintain highly-qualified personnel. The continuous training keeps the resources qualified in terms of competence and expertise and gives to all personnel the clear tools needed to manage both internal and client processes with the same methodology. The success of these core values is evidenced by our below industry average turnover rates.
ClinChoice is an equal opportunity employer. We have based our success on attracting, developing, and promoting talent guided by diversity and inclusivity. Our employees come from very diverse backgrounds: gender, race, beliefs, and ethnicities. We recognize this is our strength and celebrate it.
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