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Senior CRA
PRA Portugal
Source: Headcount Labs · original listing ↗
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Source date: 10/28/2026
About this role
Senior Clinical Research Associate At ICON Strategic Solutions, you will work in a sponsor-dedicated model, supported by ICON’s global expertise. As the world’s largest FSP organisation, with over 90 sponsor partnerships, we offer stability, career development and a collaborative environment where your work contributes to the development of treatments that benefit patients worldwide. As a Senior CRA at ICON Plc, you will oversee and manage clinical trial activities to ensure they are conducted according to protocol, regulatory requirements, and industry standards. What You Will Do: You will lead on clinical trial monitoring tasks requiring technical depth, with a focus on quality and continuous improvement. Key responsibilities include: * Monitoring clinical trial sites to ensure adherence to study protocols, regulatory requirements, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards. * Conducting site visits to assess site performance, resolve issues, and provide support to ensure successful trial execution. * Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and accurate data collection and reporting. * Providing training and guidance to site staff and other CRAs to maintain high standards of clinical trial conduct. * Building and maintaining effective relationships with site personnel and stakeholders to facilitate smooth trial operations. Your Profile: You will have a strong foundation in clinical trial monitoring, with the experience to work independently and guide others. Required qualifications and experience: * Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline or healthcare-related field * Extensive experience as a Clinical Research Associate, with a strong understanding of clinical trial processes and regulatory requirements. * Proven ability to manage multiple sites and projects simultaneously, with strong organizational and problem-solving skills. * Expertise in monitoring practices, data integrity, and site management, with proficiency in relevant clinical trial software and tools. * Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and drive compliance within a complex environment. * Willingness to travel as required (approximately 60%) Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based. Rewards & Benefits ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development. Benefits may include: * Competitive base salary and performance related incentives * Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable * Retirement and pension plans * Life assurance and disability coverage * Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources * Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways Benefits may vary depending on role and location. Visit our [careers site](https://careers.iconplc.com/benefits) to read more about the benefits ICON offers. Inclusion and Accessibility ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request [here](https://careers.iconplc.com/reasonable-accommodations). Are you a current ICON Employee? Please click [here](https://wd3.myworkday.com/icon/d/task/1422$1235.htmld) to apply *ICON is an award-winning workplace that enables you to make a difference to patients’ lives by being part of a world-class clinical research organisation that helps deliver new medicines & medical devices that are benefitting patients worldwide. You are also part of a diverse company that cares about our world and is dedicated to conducting business more sustainably and supporting the communities in which we live.* *If you’re as driven as we are, join us. You’ll be working in a great environment, with some of the brightest and the friendliest people in the sector, and you’ll be helping shape an industry.* Didn’t find the role you were looking for? Even if the perfect role isn’t available right now, we’re always excited to connect with talented individuals. Register to our Talent Community to receive updates on roles that align with your career goals.