Clinical Research Associate - Northeast

NEW YORK (US)REMOTEPOSTED: 8/17/2026
PHARMAFull-time
HIRING ORGANIZATIONICON STRATEGIC SOLUTIONS (FSP) / ICON PLCTechnology
ICON Strategic Solutions (FSP) / ICON plc

ROLE DEFINITION & RESPONSIBILITIES

Role Overview

The Clinical Research Associate - Northeast position at ICON Strategic Solutions supports clinical trial operations through high-quality monitoring and study-management activities across assigned clinical programs. The CRA I works collaboratively with clinical research teams and stakeholders and is expected to independently coordinate study setup and monitoring activities. The client specifically seeks candidates with experience monitoring Ophthalmology trials or experience across multiple therapeutic areas.

Core Responsibilities

Independently and proactively coordinate activities required for study setup and ongoing clinical study monitoring.
Conduct clinical trial monitoring activities to a high standard and in accordance with study requirements.
Complete accurate study status reports and maintain required study documentation.
Efficiently manage sponsor-generated queries.
Take responsibility for study cost efficiency and support effective study execution.
Participate in preparation and review of study documentation.
Contribute to feasibility studies for new proposals when required.
Develop and maintain strong collaborative relationships with key stakeholders, clinical investigators and site staff.
Work closely with clinical research teams to deliver high-quality clinical trial outcomes.

Patient Safety & Compliance

Protect patient safety through appropriate clinical-trial monitoring.
Ensure compliance with ICON procedures, study protocols and applicable regulatory requirements.
Apply knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines during study monitoring and site interactions.
Review and evaluate medical data appropriately within the scope of clinical research responsibilities.

Required Qualifications

University degree in Medicine, Science or equivalent discipline.
Relevant clinical-trial monitoring experience.
Knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines.
Ability to review and evaluate medical data.
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
Strong interpersonal and social skills for handling queries and stakeholder interactions efficiently.
Willingness to travel approximately 60% as required.

Therapeutic Area Preference

The client is specifically seeking candidates with experience monitoring Ophthalmology clinical trials or candidates with multi-therapeutic-area experience.

Benefits & Total Rewards

ICON states that it provides a competitive salary and additional benefits designed to be competitive within each country, with a focus on employee and family well-being and work-life balance. Examples include annual leave, health-insurance options, retirement-planning offerings, a global Employee Assistance Programme through LifeWorks, life assurance and flexible country-specific benefits such as childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidized travel passes and health assessments, subject to applicable eligibility.

Inclusion & Accessibility

ICON states that inclusion and belonging are fundamental to its culture and that it is committed to an accessible workplace free from discrimination and harassment. The company encourages candidates to apply even if they do not meet every listed requirement and provides reasonable accommodation support where needed.

REQUIRED VERIFIED SKILLS

Medicine
Science
Clinical Research
Clinical Trial Monitoring
ICH-GCP
Medical Data Review
Medical Data Evaluation
Study Setup
Study Monitoring
Study Documentation
Study Status Reporting
Protocol Compliance
Regulatory Compliance
Patient Safety
Clinical Trial Operations
English Communication

COMPENSATION & REWARDS

Salary: Competitive / Disclosed upon candidate shortlisting

ORGANIZATION CONTEXT & CULTURE

ICON Strategic Solutions (FSP) / ICON plc is actively hiring for this position.

INDUSTRY: Technology
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