Senior CRA (SCRA) role at Emerald Clinical Trials. Lead site management & monitoring for oncology trials in APAC. 4-5+ yrs CRA exp, with 2+ yrs in oncology required. #SeniorCRA #Oncology #ClinicalTrials #APAC #CRO #ClinicalResearch #RemoteWork
Lead Site Excellence in Oncology Clinical Research Across APAC
About Emerald Clinical Trials
We are a global, full-service CRO with deep roots in the Asia-Pacific region. We advance clinical research through scientific and operational excellence, supporting biopharma, device, and diagnostic companies. Our expertise in renal, cardiometabolic, and oncology therapies allows us to make a tangible impact on global health by combining global reach with local community trust.
About the Role
The Senior Clinical Research Associate (SCRA) is a key leader within our Clinical Operations group, responsible for the comprehensive management and monitoring of clinical trial sites. You will ensure protocol compliance, data integrity, and patient safety while driving site performance. With a required specialization in oncology, you will play a critical role in advancing cancer therapies across the APAC region, mentoring junior staff, and contributing to operational strategy.
Your Mission: End-to-End Site Leadership & Monitoring
You will be the primary point of accountability for your assigned sites, overseeing all activities from feasibility and initiation through to close-out.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Strategic Site Management & Start-Up
- Coordinate site identification, feasibility, and selection, including conducting site evaluation and initiation visits.
- Prepare, submit, and liaise on regulatory/ethics packages and manage site contract and budget negotiations.
- Develop and maintain monitoring tools and project-specific documents.
2. Expert Monitoring & Compliance
- Complete all monitoring activities per the Monitoring Plan, ensuring quality, accuracy, and timeliness of data.
- Verify and resolve data queries; ensure adherence to ICH/GCP, protocol, and safety reporting requirements.
- Manage investigational product (IP) supplies and essential documents for the Trial Master File (TMF).
3. Leadership, Mentorship & Risk Management
- Mentor, coach, and train junior CRAs as directed by management.
- Motivate and train site staff to ensure a strong understanding of the protocol and trial obligations.
- Proactively identify, mitigate, and escalate risks related to trial conduct, recruitment, and quality.
- Support strategies to boost patient recruitment and meet trial targets/metrics.
About You: The Oncology Site Expert
You are an experienced and autonomous CRA with proven expertise in oncology, known for your strategic thinking and ability to build strong site relationships.
Required Qualifications & Experience:
- Educated to degree level in a life science, nursing, pharmacy, or related health discipline (or equivalent relevant experience).
- Minimum of 4-5 years of experience in clinical trial monitoring and/or site management within a CRO, pharmaceutical, or academic environment.
- Must have at least 2 years of dedicated, hands-on, on-site monitoring experience in Oncology trials.
- High competence in site start-up, conduct, risk management, quality management, and issue escalation.
- Strong skills in negotiation, conflict resolution, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work autonomously and within multidisciplinary teams across cultures.
Why Join Emerald Clinical Trials?
At our core, we are committed to transforming clinical research by putting people first.
Here’s what makes us stand out:
- Purpose-Driven Work: Contribute directly to oncology trials that improve and save lives.
- Global Reach, Local Expertise: Work with on-the-ground teams that build community trust for diverse patient recruitment.
- Collaboration & Innovation: Be part of a culture that values diverse perspectives and creative solutions to complex health challenges.
We are an equal-opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates.
Ready to Advance Oncology Research in APAC?
If you are a senior CRA with oncology expertise looking to take on a lead role with meaningful impact, we want to hear from you.
- Apply now and help us achieve our mission to improve the health of millions worldwide.
