Clinical Research Associate II

ICON
Full Time
₹6.5 Lakhs - ₹12 Lakhs
Bangalore
Posted 22h ago

Clinical Research Associate II

ICON

Job description

ICON is hiring a Clinical Research Associate II in a hybrid role, offering a great career opportunity for science and healthcare graduates with 4 to 5 years of on-site monitoring experience in oncology trials.

Company Description  

ICON is the world's largest FSP organization, with over 90 sponsor partnerships. It is now hiring for a Clinical Research Associate II position. At ICON Strategic Solutions, you work in a model built around one sponsor, backed by ICON's global skills. The company offers stability, career growth, and a team spirit where your work helps bring new treatments to patients worldwide. ICON has headquarters in Dublin and people in 53 countries.

 Job Summary  

This is a hybrid role for a Clinical Research Associate II in ICON Strategic Solutions. The person will carry out site qualification, initiation, monitoring, and close-out visits for clinical trials. The role covers protocol rules, data quality, patient safety, and work with investigators. Candidates need 4 to 5 years of on-site monitoring experience, including Phase II and III oncology trials.

 Key Responsibilities 

  • As a Clinical Research Associate II, you will carry out site qualification, initiation, monitoring, and close-out visits for clinical trials.

  • Make sure trials follow the protocol, keep data accurate, and protect patient safety.

  • Work with investigators and site staff to keep studies running smoothly.

  • Review data and resolve queries to keep clinical data high in quality.

  • Help prepare and review study documents, such as protocols and clinical study reports.

  • Travel to sites within India and abroad, by air and by road.

 Educational Qualification 

  • A bachelor's degree in a scientific or healthcare-related field is needed.

  • Candidates should have at least 4 to 5 years of experience as a Clinical Research Associate, with on-site monitoring.

 Skills Required 

  • As a Clinical Research Associate II, you should have in-depth knowledge of clinical trial processes, regulations, and ICH GCP guidelines.

  • Experience in Phase II and III oncology trials, which is mandatory.

  • Current or past experience in therapy areas such as immunology, cardiology, gastroenterology, or pulmonology.

  • Strong organisation and communication skills.

  • Attention to detail.

  • Ability to work alone and with a team in a fast-paced setting.

  • Ability to travel at least 60 percent of the time, with a valid driver's license.

 Salary Structure 

The average annual salary of a Clinical Research Associate II at ICON typically ranges from ₹6.5 Lakhs to ₹12 Lakhs per year.

 Career Development 

This Clinical Research Associate II role builds strong skills in site monitoring and oncology trials at the world's largest FSP organization. It can help you grow into senior CRA, clinical trial manager, or wider clinical operations roles over time.

 How to Apply 

  • Visit our job portal and search for the Clinical Research Associate II role at ICON.

  • Click the job posting to review all the details.

  • Enter your information and add your resume.

  • Submit your application.

Employment Type: Full Time
Industry: Healthcare
Role Category: Clinical Research
Application: External (Company Site)

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Key Skills

Clinical ResearchNon Clinical Jobs
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