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Brasil
Onsite
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, which manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Clinical Research Associate based in Brazil.
This role offers an opportunity for an experienced clinical research professional to take on greater responsibility through the training, mentoring, and coordination of junior Clinical Research Associates (CRAs). You will oversee key site-level activities across complex clinical studies, helping ensure monitoring quality, regulatory compliance, and reliable study execution. Working closely with investigators, site staff, project teams, vendors, and support functions, you will contribute to successful clinical trial delivery from site selection through closeout. You will also support investigator and team training, participate in feasibility activities, and help resolve audit findings. The position combines hands-on monitoring expertise with opportunities to develop leadership and mentoring capabilities. It is particularly suited to someone looking to progress toward future Lead Monitor responsibilities in a collaborative, development-focused environment.
Train, mentor, and supervise junior CRAs in their study-level responsibilities, supporting their professional development and monitoring performance.
Prepare, conduct, and report site selection, initiation, routine monitoring, and closeout visits.
Deliver training sessions for investigators, site staff, and project teams to support consistent study execution and protocol compliance.
Work on complex clinical studies, ensuring monitoring activities are completed accurately and in accordance with study requirements.
Perform Case Report Form (CRF) reviews, source document verification, and clinical data query resolution.
Manage site communications and relationships, serving as a key contact for clinical investigators, vendors, and support services regarding study progress.
Participate in site identification and feasibility research activities.
Prepare and deliver presentations during Investigator Meetings.
Support audit preparation and participation, and contribute to the investigation and resolution of audit findings.
Assist Regulatory Affairs teams in obtaining and maintaining required site regulatory documentation.
Maintain study-specific automated tracking systems and ensure relevant information is accurate and up to date.
College or university degree in Life Sciences, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and professional experience.
At least 3 years of independent, on-site clinical monitoring experience in Mexico, as specified in the original posting.
Experience conducting all types of monitoring visits for Phase II and/or Phase III clinical trials.
Full professional working proficiency in both Spanish and English.
Willingness and availability to travel as required by study responsibilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Strong planning and organizational skills, with the ability to work effectively in a dynamic team environment.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities.
Interest and aptitude in training, mentoring, and supporting junior clinical research professionals.
Experience in oncology or infectious diseases is considered an advantage.
Tailored training courses and professional mentoring to support career development.
Opportunity to develop skills in training, mentoring, and leadership.
Exposure to complex clinical studies and a variety of clinical research activities.
Potential career progression toward Lead Monitor responsibilities.
Opportunity to grow within an international clinical research environment.
A people-focused culture that emphasizes employee development and professional growth.