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Oversees the progress of clinical investigations by conducting site evaluation, initiation, and interim close out visits to sites. Monitors clinical trials in accordance with Good Clinical Practices and procedures set forth by IQVIA Biotech and sponsors. Works closely with the Clinical Trial Manager (CTM) and/or Lead CRA to ensure all monitoring activities are conducted according to study requirements.\nResponsibilities\nParticipates in the investigator recruitment process, performing site evaluation visits of potential investigators to evaluate the capability of the site to successfully manage and conduct the clinical study.\nCoordinate activities with the site and internal departments in preparation for the initiation of the study. Performs study initiation activities, reviewing with the site personnel the protocol, regulatory issues, study procedures, and provides training on completion of the eCRF and EDC system; monitoring activities and study close-out activities.\nAssists in resolving any issues to ensure compliance with site file audits in conjunction with ISS.\nAssures adherence to Good Clinical Practices, investigator integrity, and compliance with all study procedures through on-site monitoring visits. Performs validation of source documentation as required by sponsor. Prepares monitoring reports and letters per the timelines defined in IQVIA Biotech SOPs.\nDocuments accountability, stability and storage conditions of clinical trial materials as required by sponsor. Performs investigational product inventory.\nReviews the quality and integrity of the clinical data through (1) in house review of electronic CRF data and (2) on-site source verification and works with sites to resolve data queries and produce robust data.\nMay review protocols, eCRFs, study manuals and other related documents, as requested by the Clinical Trial Manager and/or Lead CRA.\nServes as primary contact between IQVIA Biotech and investigator; coordinates all correspondence; ensures timely transmission of clinical data with the study site and technical reporting, as requested.\nAssists with, and attends, Investigator Meetings for assigned studies.\nAttends study-related, company, departmental, and external meetings, as required.\nEnsures all study deliverables are completed per IQVIA Biotech and study timelines\nConducts Field Evaluation Visits and field training of CRA Is, IIs and other Sr. CRAs.\n\nKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:\nStrong knowledge of clinical research process, including working knowledge of all functional areas of clinical trials and medical terminology.\nMinimum of 2 years experience as a CRA\nExperience in monitoring and/or coordinating clinical trials required.\nOncology experienced needed\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills to express complex ideas to study personnel at research and clinical institutions.\nAble to form productive professional relationships both internally within own function, cross-functionally and externally with health care professionals.\nAble to handle several priorities within multiple, complex trials.\nAble to reason independently and recommend specific solutions in clinical settings.\nAble to work independently, prioritize, and work within a matrix team environment.\nKnowledge of current GCP/ICH guidelines applicable to the conduct of clinical research.\nIf this role sounds of interest, please apply today!\nIQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. 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