Clinical Research Associate

Clinical Research Associate

Location: Home based - Southampton, Newcastle or the Midlands - unfortunately we cannot consider candidates in other locations

Competitive + excellent benefits

Application Process: CV and Cover Letter

Please note that shortlisting for interview is occurring on a rolling basis so early application is strongly encouraged.

Are you an experienced Clinical Research Associate who can help us beat cancer?

We’re looking for an influential and motivated individual to…

Work on Cancer Research UK early phase (Phase I&II) clinical trials with investigators who are key opinion leaders in oncology, monitoring at hospitals located across the country;
Ensure compliance with Cancer Research UK standard operating procedures and policies, ICH-GCP, European Union Directives, UK legislations and other regulatory requirements;
Develop strong relationships with investigators and site personnel to ensure that Cancer Research UK clinical trials are run effectively, efficiently and comply to standards;
Join the world’s largest charity dedicated to beating cancer through research
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Beating cancer is a real challenge. Here at Cancer Research UK we have 3,500 talented people who are passionate about achieving this vision and thrive in our complex, diverse and dynamic environment. Now we need a Clinical Research Associate to bring their expertise to our Centre for Drug Development team to focus on early clinical development of new treatments. You’ll enjoy strong links with the people who put science into practice and your work will result in a better future for the 300,000 people diagnosed with cancer each year.

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with a ‘can do’ attitude to help us save millions of lives through their:

Working knowledge of ICH/GCP, EU legislations and clinical trial methodology and of monitoring both electronic data capture studies and paper studies;
Biological Sciences degree or equivalent nursing qualification/experience
Experience in monitoring early phase trials, monitoring in the oncology therapeutic area would be advantageous;
Experience of using Electronic Data Capture (EDC) systems would be advantageous
Our passion, determination and ambition leads us to set ourselves more and more challenging targets. This means that you’ll need to have excellent attention to detail in order to monitor early phase (Phase I&II) clinical trials to the highest standard. If you can do all this and more, you’ll enjoy a great career as we work hard to beat cancer – together.

Reward & Benefits

Every step we make towards beating cancer relies heavily on our people. That’s why, in recognition of our dedicated and talented staff, we offer an award-winning employee benefits package that is physically, emotionally and financially rewarding. This includes a generous pension scheme, Cycle2Work, annual pay review, 25 days annual leave (with the option to buy 5 more), annual season ticket loan; to mention just a few.

To apply please submit a CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

At CRUK we value diversity and we're committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone is able to be themselves and to reach their full potential. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce will help us to beat cancer sooner.

Please note, from 2019, our head office will be relocating from Islington to a new office space in Stratford, close to the Olympic Park.