Clinical Research Associate

Clinical Research Associate (CRA I, CRA II or Senior CRA – Hybrid – Bulgaria)ICON plc is a world‑leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development.We are currently recruiting for an experienced Clinical Research Associate in Bulgaria to work on diabetes, obesity, and rare blood and endocrinology studies.This particular CRA role is a client‑dedicated one where you will work exclusively on one sponsor’s trials and SOPs; you will work for a client that values their staff and puts an emphasis on career development.What you will be doingThe CRA is responsible for the initiation, monitoring and closure of assigned sites in clinical studies, in compliance with sponsor's procedural documents, international guidelines such as ICH‑GCP, and relevant local regulations, and ensuring sites deliver according to their respective commitment in the individual studies.Primary point of contact between site staff and the sponsor.Performing on‑site monitoring visits according to plan, documenting actions and following up on action plans.Site feasibility visits incl. analysis of site logistics, site personnel performance/quality indicators and accountability for patient recruitment strategies.Train and guide site staff in the protocol and trial procedures to minimize protocol deviations (PDs).Collection and management of essential documents.Support the site in filing and archiving trial documentation in the Investigator Trial Master File (ITMF).Your profileBachelor or master degree in Life Sciences or equivalent.1 year of previous experience as a CRA in independent on‑site monitoring of clinical trials.Ability to work occasionally from the sponsor's office (2‑3 days a week).Ability to build and maintain relationships with sites.High focus on delivery and quality.Excellent communication and negotiation skills.English verbal and writing skills, e.g. enabling understanding of the protocol and study documents as well as writing monitoring reports.Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.Ability to travel at least 60% of the time (domestic – fly and drive) and should possess a valid driver’s license.#LI-DS1#LI-HybridWhat ICON can offer youOur success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well‑being and work‑life balance opportunities for you and your family.Our benefits examples include:Various annual leave entitlements.A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs.Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24‑hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialized professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well‑being.Life assurance.Flexible country‑specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others.Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We’re dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know or submit a request here.Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless – there’s every chance you’re exactly what we’re looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles.Are you a current ICON Employee? Please click here to apply.#J-18808-Ljbffr