Clinical Research Associate (Oncology)

TL;DR

Clinical Research Associate (Oncology): Monitoring and managing clinical study progress at investigative sites with an accent on protocol compliance, regulatory standards, and site coordination. Focus on ensuring high-quality data collection, mitigating study risks, and maintaining strong investigator relationships within oncology and rare disease trials.

Location: Must be based in Paris or the Paris area, France. This is a remote-based position with required domestic travel (up to 50-60%).

Company

A specialized CRO integrating clinical trial execution with deep scientific knowledge and advanced data sciences, with a strong focus on oncology and rare disease research.

What you will do

• Monitor and own the progress of clinical studies at investigative sites.
• Ensure studies are conducted, recorded, and reported per protocol, SOPs, and ICH-GCP standards.
• Coordinate study setup activities including investigator identification and regulatory submissions.
• Conduct pre-study, initiation, and monitoring visits.
• Identify potential study risks and propose effective mitigation solutions.
• Maintain clear communication with project teams and site staff.

Requirements

• Must be based in Paris or the Paris area.
• Life science degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a CRA in a CRO or pharmaceutical/biotech industry.
• Experience managing oncology studies.
• Fluency in English and French is required.
• Availability for domestic travel including overnight stays (up to 50-60% commitment).

Culture & Benefits

• High CRA retention rates compared to industry averages.
• Supportive environment with direct line management.
• Lower than average number of protocols per CRA to ensure expertise.
• Focus on work-life balance despite travel requirements.
• Opportunity to have influence and impact within a smaller, specialized CRO.