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Senior Clinical Research Associate

AbCellera
Location
Montreal
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Clinical Operations
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Degree in Life Sciences, Nursing, Pharmacy, or a related field
  • 10+ years of CRA monitoring experience
  • Proven track record managing complex clinical trials and multiple sites simultaneously
  • Extensive experience conducting site selection and site initiation visits
  • Advanced command of ICH-GCP, FDA, EMA, and local regulatory requirements
  • Strong stakeholder management skills
Nice to have
  • Experience mentoring or training other CRAs
What the job really is

The Senior Clinical Research Associate will act as the primary liaison between AbCellera and investigative sites, ensuring patient safety and data integrity throughout clinical trials. Daily responsibilities include managing complex investigator sites, executing monitoring activities, and providing mentorship to junior CRAs. The role requires independent judgment to maintain study timelines and compliance while fostering strong relationships with clinical teams and site personnel.

Benefits
  • Base salary
  • Equity
  • Annual bonus dependent on team and company performance
  • 6% (non-match) RRSP contribution
  • CAD $1,500 annual Active Lifestyle Allowance
  • Annual vacation
Things to weigh
  • High travel requirement (60-70%)
  • Bilingual requirement for Quebec sites may limit candidates
  • Complexity of managing multiple sites and trials may be challenging for less experienced candidates
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