Clinical Research Associate - Freelance

About the Organization

TRIO (Translational Research in Oncology) is an international academic clinical research organization focused on moving translational cancer research forward within the setting of clinical trials. The team is driven by the goal of helping bring future cancer therapies to patients today.

Role Overview

TRIO is looking for a Clinical Research Associate (CRA) to support its Monitoring Resource team. This is a remote, part-time freelance engagement on a 6-month contract, and it is available to qualified candidates located in Canada.

Key Responsibilities

• Review source records and verify clinical data against study documentation.
• Carry out site-level visits for pre-study, site initiation, routine monitoring, and close-out activities.
• Check that study conduct follows FDA requirements, ICH-GCP standards, and applicable local rules.
• Support proper execution of FDA and ICH-GCP processes and compliance expectations.
• Assist with budget discussions and related follow-up when needed.
• Help resolve data queries and support validation activities.
• Provide guidance to junior colleagues when required.
• Make sure regulatory records are completed and collected properly.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of monitoring experience in oncology clinical trials.
• Professional fluency in both French and English.
• Early-phase trial monitoring experience is considered an advantage.
• A bachelor’s degree in a science-related discipline is required.
• Strong understanding of medical terminology and the clinical monitoring workflow.
• Solid working knowledge of ICH-GCP requirements.
• Prior exposure to clinical trial information systems.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 60% on average.
• Legal authorization to work in Canada is mandatory.

Compensation Note

The final pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, location, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal pay alignment, and market data.