Lead Clinical Research Associate (Medical)

TL;DR

Lead Clinical Research Associate (Medical): Overseeing monitoring and site management activities for clinical trials with an accent on team leadership, regulatory compliance, and project delivery. Focus on mentoring CRA staff, ensuring adherence to GCP standards, and managing complex clinical study operations.

Location: Must be based within a couple hours of Tempe, Arizona

Company

hirify.global is a leader in clinical research committed to swift, exceptional translational medicine to help bring drugs to market faster.

What you will do

• Provide direct supervision and line management for a team of CRAs and contractors.
• Oversee monitoring activities to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, GCP, and study protocols.
• Manage staff workload, resource allocation, and performance appraisals.
• Support project execution by reviewing monitoring metrics, deliverables, and CTMS data.
• Facilitate training programs and ensure adherence to company procedures and best practices.
• Participate in audits, inspections, and sponsor meetings to ensure high-quality study delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a biomedical or life sciences field.
• At least 5 years of experience in clinical operations, with 3+ years of onsite monitoring.
• Proven people management and leadership skills.
• Must live within a couple hours of the Tempe, Arizona location.
• Profound knowledge of GCP, 21 CFR Part 11, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a leader in clinical research.
• Focus on professional development, mentoring, and career growth.
• Collaborative work environment emphasizing integrity, trust, and teamwork.
• Commitment to continuous training and industry standard updates.