Experienced CRAs, Brussels Job in Brussels 1200, Brussels Belgium

COVANCE is one of the fastest growing CROs in Belgium and we have career opportunities for

EXPERIENCED CLINICAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATES, BRUSSELS

About COVANCE

COVANCE is a leading global drug development services company and we provide support to the Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology industries.

In 2011, there were 1,021 companies with at least $2 billion in revenue. COVANCE was one of only 26 that grew revenues for four consecutive quarters… That’s growth in action!

If you are looking to improve your career, what does this mean for YOU?

·        You will work on the most relevant phase II-III clinical trials currently carried out in the industry at a global level… your work will be MEANINGFUL, helping to deliver life-saving and life-enhancing medicines to people around the world.

·        Meaningful = Demanding. This is why we have training systems to support your skills growth… We can offer you CAREER PROGRESSION in a solid company.

·         Demanding deserves good COMPENSATION, we can offer you one of the most comprehensive benefits packages in the industry

And above all: you will be helping make the miracles of medicine a reality.
There is no better time to join us!

About the opportunity

As a CRA you will be involved in the following activities:

 

* all aspects of study site monitoring including routine monitoring and close-out of clinical sites, maintenance of study files, writing of clinical trial reports, conduct of pre-study and initiation visits, liaise with vendors and other duties

* all aspects of site and registry management as prescribed in the project plans

* Organize and make presentations at Investigator Meetings

* Report, write narratives and follow-up on serious adverse events

* Review progress of projects and initiate appropriate actions to achieve target objectives

* You may serve as lead monitor for a protocol or project and assist in establishing monitoring plans if required

* Participate in the development of protocols and Case Report Forms as assigned

* Interact with internal work groups to evaluate needs, resources and timelines


We offer you the opportunity to develop your career with an international organization, to pursue further training and to take advantage of our flexible conditions and attractive remuneration package.


About you

·        University/college degree (life science preferred), or certification in a related allied health profession from an appropriately accredited institution, nursing certification, medical or laboratory technology. In lieu of the above requirement, candidates with four (4) or more years of relevant clinical research experience in pharmaceutical or CRO industries will be considered.

 

·        Minimum of 2 years of clinical research monitoring experience (including pre-study, initiation, routine monitoring and closeout visits). In lieu of the above requirements, candidates with four (4) years of site management and/or study co-ordinator experience will be considered.

·        Thorough knowledge of ICH Guidelines and GCP including a basic understanding of regulatory requirements in other countries

·        Have a full understanding of Serious Adverse Event (SAE) reporting, process production of reports, narratives and follow up of SAEs.

·        Thorough understanding of the drug development process

·        Tri-lingual: English, Dutch, French

·        Excellent site monitoring and study site management skills
Ability to work with minimal supervision

·        Good planning and organization skills.

·        Good computer skills with good working knowledge of a range of computer packages.

·        Excellent verbal and written communication skills

·        Ability to train and supervise junior staff and work within a project team

·        Ability to resolve project-related problems and prioritizes workload for self and team.

·        Works efficiently and effectively in a matrix environment

How to apply:

 

Please visit our careers site www.covancecareers.com and look for the ref: 32308BR.

Or follow the link: http://jobsearch.covance.com/jobs/574900-Clinical-Research-Associate.aspx

 

You are welcome to contact our Recruitment Team for more information: aad.ouwehand@covance.com