Clinical Research Associate (CRA) - Cardiovascular (Remote)

Merck · Rahway, NJ

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Role summary

Merck seeks a Clinical Research Associate to manage cardiovascular study sites across the USA, ensuring protocol compliance and regulatory adherence. The role involves site monitoring, relationship management, and data oversight throughout clinical trial phases, with 65-75% travel required.

What they're looking for

Associate's degree in scientific/healthcare field plus 5+ years healthcare experience, including 2+ years site management in bio/pharma/CRO
Or Bachelor's degree plus 2+ years direct site management/monitoring in bio/pharma/CRO
Fluent in English (verbal/written) with excellent technical communication skills
Strong understanding of GCP/ICH guidelines, clinical trial phases, and regulatory requirements
Proficiency with MS Office, clinical IT applications, and adaptability to new systems
Demonstrated site management expertise, patient recruitment skills, and independent monitoring judgment
Ability to travel domestically/internationally 65-75% of time; valid driver's license preferred; Florida, Alabama, or Georgia residence highly preferred

What you'll be doing

Develop and maintain strong site relationships while managing assigned sites throughout all trial phases
Conduct remote and on-site monitoring activities to ensure data accuracy, completeness, and subject safety
Coordinate site readiness activities, validation, initiation, monitoring, and close-out visits with comprehensive documentation
Identify, assess, and resolve site performance, compliance, and quality issues through escalation pathways
Collaborate with internal teams and external partners including regulatory authorities, IRBs, and vendors to support site operations

Key requirements

Therapeutic area: Cardiovascular

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