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Clinical Trial Associate

Kariusdx
Location
Redwood City, CA (Hybrid) or Remote (USA)
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Clinical Affairs
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor's degree in life sciences, health sciences, clinical research, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 1-3 years of experience in clinical research, clinical operations, regulatory documentation, or a related environment
  • Basic understanding of clinical research processes and the role of study documentation in supporting compliant clinical trial execution
  • Familiarity with Trial Master Files (TMFs), Investigator Site Files (ISFs), or other clinical study documentation systems, or the ability to quickly learn applicable processes and standards
  • Basic knowledge of, or willingness to learn, ICH-GCP, FDA regulations, and other applicable clinical research requirements
  • Familiarity with medical and clinical research terminology, or demonstrated ability to learn technical terminology quickly
Nice to have
  • Exposure to clinical studies in infectious disease, microbiology, molecular diagnostics, genomics, or related life sciences
  • Familiarity with electronic Trial Master File (eTMF) platforms
What the job really is

The Clinical Trial Associate (CTA) at Karius supports clinical research activities by assisting with the collection, quality control, and quality assurance of regulatory documents related to clinical trials. The role involves maintaining the Trial Master File (TMF), communicating with study teams and clinical sites, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The CTA will also help with study documentation, tracking milestones, and coordinating meetings, all while building proficiency in clinical trial processes under guidance.

Things to weigh
  • Remote work option available, but Bay Area preferred
  • Travel required up to 10-20%
  • Role involves significant documentation and administrative tasks, which may not appeal to all candidates
Job score2.4/5
Benefits1/5
Freshness4/5
Career value3/5
Role clarity4/5
Pay transparency0/5

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