Clinical Research Associate

Title: Clinical Research Associate

Company: Global Leading CRO

Location: Remote - Netherlands

Our client is seeking an experienced CRA II with strong cardiology experience to take full ownership of 1–2 clinical protocols. This role goes beyond traditional monitoring, encompassing contract negotiation, start-up activities, monitoring, and close-out responsibilities. You will operate with autonomy while being supported by a company culture focused on growth, wellbeing, and internal career progression.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead and manage study start-up (SSU), including contract and budget negotiation.
• Perform independent on-site and remote monitoring visits (approx. 6–8 visits; flexible scheduling).
• Ensure site compliance with study protocols, GCP, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage study close-out activities and ensure delivery of high-quality data.
• Take full protocol ownership for typically two assigned studies.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams and site personnel.
• Maintain clear and timely study documentation and reporting.

Main Requirements

• CRA II or Senior CRA level experience.
• Minimum 2 years of independent monitoring.
• Cardiology experience required; FSP model
• Fluency in Dutch and English.
• Strong understanding of GCP and clinical research processes.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple responsibilities.

ABOUT PLANET PHARMA

Planet Pharma is an American parented Employment Business/Agency that provides global staffing services with its headquarters in Chicago and our EMEA regional office located in Central London. We have invested significantly in creating a robust international platform that enables us to work compliantly in 30+ countries with a current network of 2500+ active contractors globally as well as a very strong permanent / direct hire recruitment offering.

Our specialist knowledge and close relationships with our clients and the wider industry really makes us unique in our field. Just recently we were recognised by FORBES as the 17th best professional staffing firm and have won multiple awards from industry accredited bodies for our commitment to excellence and service delivery. We have extensive functional expertise including Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, QA, QC, Submissions experts, Clinical development, Quality, Biostatistics, and Medical Affairs / Writing.

We are an equal opportunities Recruitment Business and Agency.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

www.planet-pharma.com