Entry-level Clinical Research Associate

Role overview

This is an office-based Clinical Research Associate opportunity in Munich, focused on supporting drug and medical device development across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. It is designed for candidates with a medical or life science background who already have experience in clinical research and want to grow within a global clinical research organization.

Training and development

The company offers a structured CRA training pathway called PACE. The program is intended to strengthen day-to-day CRA capabilities through guided learning, interactive sessions, practical exercises, and in-house or field-based training. Depending on the rotation plan, you may also gain exposure to other parts of the clinical research process, including drug and device development and approval activities.

Role benefits and work environment

This position offers a varied day-to-day workload, exposure to multiple therapeutic areas, collaboration with specialists in therapeutic and regulatory functions, and a clear path for progression into mentoring and management roles. Travel-related compensation is available, and the role includes flexible working hours across the week, support from in-house travel coordinators, ongoing therapeutic education from in-house physicians, and the chance to work with an international CRA team.

Key responsibilities

The CRA will conduct site qualification, initiation, monitoring, and close-out activities while ensuring protocol compliance. The role also involves regular communication with site personnel, review of investigator qualifications and site readiness, verification of source data against case report forms, and confirmation that documentation practices and protocol deviation handling meet SOP, GCP, and regulatory standards. Additional duties include checking subject eligibility, reviewing regulatory documents, managing investigational product or device accountability, assessing adverse events and related medication/illness data, supporting recruitment and retention performance, and preparing monitoring reports and follow-up letters with findings, deviations, deficiencies, and corrective recommendations.

Qualifications

Applicants should hold at least a university degree in a health or life science discipline. A background in clinical research is expected, along with strong computer skills, especially in Microsoft Office. The role also requires excellent presentation abilities, strong attention to detail, effective time management, and clear verbal and written communication in both German and English. Travel of around 60% to 80% is part of the job.

Application note

Candidates are asked to submit their application in English.

About the company

The employer is a full-service clinical research organization that supports Phase I to Phase IV development for biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and medical device clients. Its work spans major therapeutic areas such as oncology, cardiology, metabolic disease, endocrinology, central nervous system, anti-viral, and anti-infective programs. The organization operates internationally with more than 6,000 employees in over 40 countries.

Recognition

The organization has been repeatedly acknowledged with CRO Leadership Awards from Life Science Leader magazine for its expertise, quality, capabilities, reliability, and compatibility.

What to expect next

A team member will review applications and reach out with the next steps if the profile is a match.