Novartis
Pharmaceutical
ClinicalResearchAssociateIII
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“Clinical Research Associate III at Novartis. Skills: Clinical Research, Site Management, Protocol Compliance. Build partnerships with clinical trial sites. Serve as primary point of contact”
Industry & Context.
Risk-based decision-making; Problem solving
Travel approximately fifty percent
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in a scientific, healthcare, or related field, At least five years of clinical research experience, site monitoring and site management experience, knowledge of clinical trial processes, knowledge of ICH and GCP guidelines, Understanding of global regulatory expectations, Demonstrated ability to manage multiple study sites independently, communication and stakeholder management skills, analytical thinking and risk-based decision-making skills
Nice to Have
pharmaceutical or biotechnology settings experience
What You'll Do.
Build partnerships with clinical trial sites
Serve as primary point of contact
Manage assigned sites across trials
Ensure compliance with study plans
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
Lead site initiation visits
Train site teams on protocol expectations
Train site teams on protocol updates
Conduct remote monitoring activities
Conduct on-site monitoring activities
Support subject safety
Support protocol compliance
Evaluate site performance proactively
Implement mitigation plans
Address quality concerns
Drive early site engagement
Conduct feasibility activities
Plan patient identification
Maintain complete study documentation
Maintain accurate study documentation
Maintain investigator site files
Maintain trial master file updates
Support inspection readiness
Follow up on corrective actions
Identify operational improvement opportunities
Work with sites to strengthen study execution
Share expertise on complex trials
Provide guidance to colleagues
Provide mentorship to colleagues
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Study teams
Communication Scope
Stakeholder management
Process & Methodology
Clinical Trial Management
Full Job Description
**Job Description Summary** Job Title: Clinical Research Associate III #LI-Remote Location: Remote role in Brazil About the Role Make a meaningful difference in the future of medicine. As a Clinical Research Associate III, you will play a critical role in delivering high-quality clinical trials that help bring innovative therapies to patients faster. In this site-facing position, you will build trusted partnerships, lead monitoring excellence across complex studies, and help ensure the highest standards of patient safety, regulatory compliance, and data integrity. If you are energized by ownership, collaboration, and the opportunity to influence outcomes across global clinical research, this is a role where your expertise can truly make an impact. **Job Description** **Key Responsibilities** * Build strong partnerships with clinical trial sites and serve as the primary point of contact throughout study delivery * Manage assigned sites across Phase One to Phase Four trials in line with study plans and regulatory requirements * Lead site initiation visits and ensure site teams are fully trained on protocol expectations and updates * Conduct remote and on-site monitoring activities to support data quality, subject safety, and protocol compliance * Evaluate site performance proactively and implement mitigation plans to address risks, delays, or quality concerns * Drive early site engagement through feasibility activities and patient identification planning with study teams * Maintain complete and accurate study documentation, including investigator site files and trial master file updates * Support inspection readiness through audit preparation, issue resolution, and follow-up on corrective actions * Identify operational improvement opportunities and work with sites to strengthen study execution * Share expertise on complex trials and provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced colleagues **Essential Requirements** * Bachelor’s degree in a scientific, healthcare
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