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Job Description Clinical Research Associate II Are you passionate about clinical research and eager to make a significant impact in the healthcare industry? We are looking for a dedicated Clinical Research Associate III to join our team. In this role, you will be the primary site contact throughout all phases of clinical research studies, ensuring compliance with regulations and contributing to the success of our clinical trials. If you enjoy working with data and technical information, this is the perfect opportunity for you! As a Clinical Research Associate II, you will play a crucial role in developing and maintaining strong relationships with study sites, facilitating communication, and ensuring that our research protocols are executed effectively. You will have the chance to contribute to the continuous improvement of our clinical research processes. Main Responsibilities Include, but Are Not Limited To: Develop and maintain strong relationships with study sites throughout all phases of clinical trials. Ensure compliance with International Council for Harmonisation/Good Clinical Practice (ICH-GCP), local regulations, and company policies during site management and monitoring activities. Gain a comprehensive understanding of study protocols and related procedures. Coordinate tasks with other sponsor roles to achieve “Site Ready” status and participate in site selection and validation activities. Conduct remote and on-site monitoring to ensure data integrity and subject safety. Document findings accurately during site visits, including initiation, monitoring, and close-out visits. Collect and review regulatory documentation throughout study phases. Communicate effectively with investigators and site staff regarding protocol conduct and site performance. Identify and resolve site performance or compliance issues, escalating as necessary. Manage information in Clinical Trial Management Systems (CTMS) and electronic Trial Master Files (eTMF). Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to share best practices and provide training. Support audit and inspection activities as needed. Main Requirements: Bachelor’s degree Solid experience as a Clinical Research Associate, preferably in a similar role. Fluent in local languages and advanced proficiency in English (verbal and written). Strong understanding of clinical research processes, phases of clinical trials, and ICH-GCP guidelines. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present technical information effectively. Proven skills in site management and patient recruitment. Strong analytical skills to understand and act on data and metrics. Proficiency in MS Office and clinical IT applications. Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. #ClinicalTrialsBR Required Skills: Accountability, Accountability, Adaptability, Adverse Event Reporting System, Clinical Research Methods, Clinical Site Management, Clinical Study Management, Clinical Trial Planning, Clinical Trials Monitoring, Data Analysis, Data Reporting, Documentations, Financial Advising, Good Clinical Data Management Practice (GCDMP), Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Internal Audit Controls, Investigation Procedures, IS Audit, Key Performance Indicators (KPI), Pharmacovigilance, Process Consulting, Protocol Adherence, Quality Management, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Documents {+ 2 more} Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. 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