đ Drive Clinical Trial Excellence: CRA (Home-Based, Taiwan - FSP Model)
Join ICON plc, a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization, as a Clinical Research Associate (CRA). This is a home-based role in Taiwan where you will be embedded within a dedicated sponsor partnership (FSP model), serving as the primary field expert to ensure the ethical, compliant, and successful execution of pivotal clinical trials. You will be the critical link between our partner and investigative sites, safeguarding data integrity and patient safety while advancing medical innovation.
We are seeking a proactive, independent CRA to manage full-cycle site monitoring and study coordination. If you are a science-driven professional with strong site management skills and a commitment to excellence, this is your opportunity to grow your career within a focused, sponsor-dedicated model backed by a global CRO leader.
đŻ Your Site Management & Monitoring Mission: Key Responsibilities
End-to-End Site Leadership & Coordination
- Independently coordinate all site activitiesâfrom study set-up and initiation through routine monitoring to close-outâensuring strict adherence to protocols, ICH-GCP, and local TFDA regulations.
- Develop and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with clinical investigators and site staff to drive patient recruitment, ensure data quality, and resolve issues proactively.
- Complete accurate study status reports and maintain comprehensive, audit-ready study documentation, including the Trial Master File (TMF).
Data Integrity & Patient Safety Stewardship
- Perform rigorous source data verification (SDV) and in-depth data review to ensure the accuracy, completeness, and consistency of all clinical data.
- Efficiently manage and resolve sponsor-generated queries, taking ownership of data clarification and correction to maintain database integrity.
- Champion patient safety and rights by ensuring all site activities comply with the approved protocol, regulatory requirements, and ICON/sponsor SOPs.
Operational Excellence & Strategic Contribution
- Take ownership of study cost efficiency at the site level, optimizing monitoring visits and resource utilization.
- Participate in the preparation and review of critical study documentation and contribute to feasibility assessments for new proposals.
- Proactively identify and mitigate site-level risks to ensure study timelines and deliverables are met.
â Your Profile: CRA Qualifications & Expertise
Essential Requirements
- University degree in Medicine, Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Nursing, or an equivalent scientific field.
- Proven experience as a Clinical Research Associate (CRA), with hands-on, independent site monitoring and management expertise.
- In-depth knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines and demonstrated ability to review and evaluate complex medical and clinical data.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Mandarin.
- Ability to travel approximately 60% of the time (domestic and potentially regional), with a valid driverâs license.
Core Competencies
- Independent & Proactive:Â Ability to work autonomously, drive site performance, and manage all monitoring activities to completion.
- Exceptional Communicator & Relationship-Builder:Â Strong interpersonal skills to foster trust with investigators, site staff, and internal stakeholders.
- Analytical & Meticulous:Â Keen attention to detail with strong analytical skills to ensure data integrity and rigorous protocol compliance.
- Organized & Efficient:Â Excellent project coordination abilities to manage multiple tasks, maintain precise documentation, and ensure timely deliverables.
đŤ Why Build Your CRA Career in the FSP Model at ICON?
Deepen Expertise within a Strategic Partnership
- Gain invaluable, focused experience working closely with a dedicated sponsor, building deep therapeutic and procedural knowledge.
- Benefit from the stability and long-term engagement of the FSP model, backed by ICONâs global resources, training, and career development infrastructure.
Home-Based Flexibility with Structured Growth
- 100% Home-Based in Taiwan:Â Achieve an optimal work-life balance while conducting essential field-based monitoring activities.
- Clear career progression pathways to Senior CRA, Clinical Team Lead, and other leadership roles within ICONâs global and FSP frameworks.
- Receive comprehensive training and dedicated support from an experienced line manager.
Competitive ICON Benefits in Taiwan
- Attractive salary package with performance-based incentives.
- Comprehensive health insurance offerings for you and your family.
- Generous annual leave entitlements.
- Competitive retirement planning offerings.
- Global Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) providing 24/7 confidential support.
- Car allowance and home-office setup support.
- Ongoing investment in your professional development and career advancement.
â¨Â Ready to Be the Trusted Field Expert for Clinical Trials in Taiwan?
If you are an independent, travel-ready CRA eager to take full ownership of your sites and contribute to groundbreaking clinical research within a dedicated partnership, we encourage you to apply. This CRA role within our FSP model offers a distinctive opportunity to uphold the highest standards of quality and compliance at the site level.
Apply Now and become the key field professional driving clinical trial success in Taiwan.
