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Job Title: Freelance Clinical Research Associate – Associate Level (Oncology)

Location: Hybrid UK Based

Employment Type: Freelance

Function: Clinical Operations

Therapeutic Area: Oncology

Reports To: Clinical Operations Manager

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Freelance Clinical Research Associate (Associate Level) with a passion for oncology clinical trials. This is an exciting opportunity for an early-career CRA to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic, cross-functional research environment. You will support clinical trial activities across multiple oncology study sites, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines, ICH-GCP, and study protocols.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct site monitoring visits (pre-study, initiation, routine, and close-out) for oncology clinical trials in accordance with study protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in site selection and feasibility assessments.
• Ensure proper documentation and timely resolution of site issues.
• Support site staff in understanding and complying with study protocols and GCP guidelines.
• Verify source data and case report forms (CRFs) for accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
• Ensure timely collection and review of essential regulatory documents.
• Track patient recruitment and retention efforts at assigned sites.
• Participate in CRA training sessions, project team meetings, and sponsor meetings as required.
• Maintain high-quality communication with clinical sites and sponsor/CRO teams.
• Escalate site performance or compliance issues as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Life Sciences, Nursing, Pharmacy, or a related field.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of clinical research experience (internships or study coordinator experience may be considered).
• Exposure to oncology trials (academic, site, or CRO experience).
• Understanding of ICH-GCP guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities independently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with clinical trial management systems (CTMS), EDC systems, and Microsoft Office.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Science and Research

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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