Senior Clinical Research Associate in Canada Creek, Nova Scotia at Jobgether

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Clinical Research Associate in Canada.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced clinical research professional passionate about advancing oncology innovation and improving patient outcomes through cutting-edge clinical trials. In this role, you will oversee site monitoring and management activities across early-phase oncology studies, ensuring regulatory compliance, patient safety, and data integrity throughout the trial lifecycle. You will collaborate closely with investigative sites, clinical teams, and stakeholders in a highly dynamic and quality-focused environment. The position offers a balance of remote flexibility and field engagement, allowing you to build strong relationships with leading research centers while contributing to impactful clinical development programs. This role is ideal for a proactive and detail-oriented professional who thrives in fast-paced settings and enjoys mentoring, problem-solving, and driving operational excellence in clinical research.

• Manage and monitor oncology clinical trial sites throughout all study phases, ensuring compliance with protocols, regulatory standards, and Good Clinical Practices (GCP).
• Conduct remote and on-site monitoring visits including qualification, initiation, interim monitoring, and close-out visits.
• Serve as the primary liaison between clinical trial teams and investigative sites, facilitating clear communication and efficient issue resolution.
• Ensure inspection readiness by maintaining accurate documentation, essential files, and Trial Master File (TMF) reconciliation.
• Review site performance metrics, identify operational risks, and implement corrective and preventive action plans when necessary.
• Support Institutional Review Board (IRB) and Ethics Committee (EC) submissions and verify approval documentation.
• Deliver training and ongoing guidance to site personnel on study protocols, SOPs, and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to site feasibility assessments, activation activities, and long-term engagement strategies with oncology research networks.
• Mentor junior CRAs and support monitoring oversight activities to maintain high-quality standards.
• Assist sites and stakeholders during regulatory inspections and audits.

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or healthcare-related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of independent oncology clinical trial monitoring experience, including both remote and on-site visits.
• At least 1 year of experience supporting early development clinical studies.
• Strong understanding of oncology clinical research processes, GxP guidelines, and risk-based monitoring methodologies.
• Experience managing site relationships from study startup through close-out phases.
• Knowledge of site activation procedures, regulatory submissions, and inspection readiness practices.
• Ability to independently identify issues, analyze root causes, and implement effective CAPA plans.
• Experience training and supporting investigative site staff.
• Familiarity with Veeva systems and functional service provider models is considered an asset.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Bilingual proficiency in French and English is highly preferred.
• Based in Toronto or Montreal and willing to travel up to 50% as required.
• Must be authorized to work in Canada without sponsorship.

• Competitive salary package.
• Fully remote work environment with field flexibility.
• Comprehensive health insurance options for employees and families.
• Retirement savings and long-term financial planning programs.
• Generous paid time off and annual leave policies.
• Life insurance coverage and employee wellness support programs.
• Access to a global Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 well-being resources.
• Flexible country-specific benefits including fitness discounts, travel support, childcare assistance, and wellness initiatives.
• Inclusive and collaborative workplace culture focused on professional growth and development.
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful oncology research with global impact.