Senior Clinical Research Associate

Job Title: Senior Contract Clinical Research Associate (Sr. CRA) – Nordics

Location: Remote (Nordic Region – Norway Focus)

Engagement Type: Interim / Freelance Contract (6–12 Months, extension potential)

Pay Model: Daily Rate (Outside IR35 / B2B)

Position Overview

We are actively sourcing a high-caliber Senior Contract CRA to provide expert monitoring oversight across high-complexity clinical trials in Northern Europe. Designed for an established freelance consultant, this assignment requires extensive experience navigating complex protocols within Oncology, Hematology, and Advanced Therapies.

This role offers a stable, long-term contract structure, leading critical site management, audit readiness, and protocol execution across key Nordic centers. Flexible start dates are available to accommodate standard notice periods.

Key Assignment Scope

• Senior Site Leadership: Drive end-to-end monitoring activities—from PSVs and SIVs through complex IMVs and close-outs—serving as the primary operational point of contact for key regional sites.
• Complex Protocol Oversight: Manage high-burn trials spanning Solid Tumors (NSCLC, Breast, Prostate, Glioblastoma), Hematologic Malignancies, Ophthalmology, and targeted Cell & Gene Therapies.
• Risk Mitigation & Quality: Apply advanced Risk-Based Monitoring (RBM) strategies, resolve complex protocol deviations, and ensure strict GCP/ICH compliance across active sites.
• Mentorship & Site Performance: Troubleshoot persistent site-level bottlenecks, accelerate patient recruitment, and liaise directly with Principal Investigators to optimize study delivery.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Linguistic Mastery: Native or fluent Norwegian language skills (written and spoken) are strictly required for direct engagement with local site staff, medical teams, and regional ethics committees. Professional English proficiency is required.
• Proven CRA Experience: Minimum 7+ years of independent, primary monitoring experience, with a demonstrated background operating at Senior CRA level within a CRO or Biotech environment.
• Therapeutic Depth: Strong subject-matter expertise in Oncology, Hematology, or complex Phase I–III protocol delivery.
• Contract Readiness: Proven history as an independent contractor with the ability to step into active trials mid-stream, adapt rapidly to sponsor SOPs, and deliver immediate operational impact.

Contract Highlights

• Duration: Initial 6-month contract with strong likelihood of extension into subsequent trial phases.
• Availability: Flexible start date (open to candidates finishing existing assignments or serving notice).
• Site Cadence: Targeted regional travel (approx. 6–8 on-site days/month) balanced with fully remote administrative execution.
• Portfolio Exposure: High-visibility engagement supporting innovative pipelines across leading biotech and established global pharma sponsors.

If you meet the requirements above and are open to exploring this opportunity, please apply directly or submit your updated CV/profile. Alternatively, feel free to reach out directly to arrange a confidential discussion regarding daily rates, project specifics, and upcoming start windows.