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Job Title: Expert Clinical Research Associate (eCRA)

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Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina

Relocation Support: This role is based in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible.

Take the next step in your clinical research career by leading the delivery of complex trials that make a meaningful difference to patients. As an Expert Clinical Research Associate at Novartis, you will serve as a trusted partner to investigative sites, driving performance, quality, and compliance across Phase I to Phase IV studies. In this highly collaborative and dynamic role, you will leverage your expertise to manage site relationships, proactively identify risks, and support the successful execution of innovative clinical trials while contributing to the development of peers and the advancement of clinical operations excellence.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Lead site relationship management to support successful execution of Phase I through Phase IV trials
Serve as the frontline liaison between Novartis and assigned investigative sites
Manage complex study sites according to monitoring plans, procedures, and regulatory requirements
Conduct site initiation visits and ensure site staff are trained on trial requirements
Perform ongoing onsite and remote monitoring to ensure compliance and data integrity
Identify site risks, process gaps, and improvement opportunities to support trial quality
Promote a strong compliance culture focused on patient safety and ethical trial conduct
Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to support recruitment, site development, and data quality
Support audit and inspection readiness, including timely implementation of corrective actions
Mentor junior Clinical Research Associates and contribute to innovative monitoring practices

Essential Requirements

Degree in a scientific or healthcare discipline or equivalent relevant industry experience
Minimum four years of experience in clinical monitoring and site management within the pharmaceutical industry
Strong knowledge of clinical trial processes and drug development lifecycle
In-depth understanding of international regulations including Good Clinical Practice and regulatory requirements
Proven ability to independently manage complex clinical trial sites and monitoring activities
Strong risk identification and issue management capabilities with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach
Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and influencing skills across cross-functional teams
Fluency in written and spoken English and local language

Desirable Requirements

Field monitoring experience across complex or innovative clinical trial designs
Experience supporting or mentoring junior Clinical Research Associates in a global environment

Skills Desired

Budgeting, Clinical Research, Clinical Study Reports, Clinical Trial Management Systems (CTMS), Clinical Trials, Clinical Trials Monitoring, Collaboration, Data Analysis, Decision Making, Financial Analysis, Health Sciences, Lifesciences (Inactive)