Assistant Clinical Research Associate | Assistant CRA (m/f/d) (Open)
Thermo Fisher Scient. Ger. B.V. & Co. KG
Job Summary
As an Assistant Clinical Research Associate (CRA), you will play a vital role in the clinical trial lifecycle by performing remote site management and monitoring activities. Your day-to-day responsibilities involve maintaining close collaboration with clinical sites to discuss protocol adherence, enrollment strategies, and data completion. You will be responsible for reviewing study data remotely, investigating site performance using risk-based monitoring approaches, and performing root cause analysis to ensure compliance with FDA, ICH GCP, and local regulations. This position is ideal for those looking to build a career in clinical research, offering a structured environment to develop expertise in medical terminology, data management, and site oversight. The role is particularly attractive due to its global impact within Thermo Fisher Scientific's PPD clinical research portfolio, providing a 2-year fixed-term contract with comprehensive training programs and clear pathways for career advancement into full CRA roles.
Required Skills
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in a life science-related field (waived for current PPD CRAs).
Experience
- 0-1 year of prior clinical research experience or equivalent training in clinical monitoring
- Professional experience in clinical environments (data management, medical research, or healthcare) is highly valued
- Experience with medical terminology and anatomy through formal health sciences training
- Experience in evaluating medical research data and communicating with medical personnel
Languages
Additional
- 2-year fixed-term contract; ability to complete PPD’s Clinical Foundation Training Program (CFP) and RSM Onboarding Workshop required; preference for candidates aspiring to advance into a CRA role.