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The CRA Who Makes Sites Want to Work With Us
Clinical Research Associate 2 | Emerald Clinical
Let's be honest. Sites have choices.
They can work with a CRO that treats them like a number—just another stop on the monitoring visit circuit. Or they can work with a CRO that actually partners with them. That listens. That makes their lives easier instead of harder.
At Emerald Clinical, we're building the kind of reputation that makes sites say: "Yes, I want that CRA on my study."
We're looking for a Clinical Research Associate 2 who understands that monitoring isn't just about checking boxes—it's about building relationships, solving problems, and keeping trials on track. Someone who can walk into a site and be seen as a partner, not a police officer.
The Short Version
Role: CRA2
Location: Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, or Adelaide (your choice)
Experience: 2–5 years on-site monitoring, site management mandatory
Therapeutic focus: Renal, cardiometabolic, oncology
Start: When we find the right person
The Longer Version? Keep reading.
What You'll Actually Do
Find the Right Sites
You'll coordinate site identification and feasibility assessments. Not just checking if they have enough patients—but whether they're the right fit for the study, for the sponsor, for the patients.
Get Them Ready
Site evaluation visits. Site initiation visits. Regulatory packages. Ethics submissions. Import/export requirements. You'll be the person who makes sure nothing gets missed before the first patient is screened.
Keep Them Running
Then the real work begins. Monitoring visits. Source data verification. Issue identification. Problem solving. Recruitment tracking. Supply management. You'll be the steady presence that keeps the site moving forward.
Handle the Money
Negotiate budgets. Coordinate contract execution. Track invoicing. Ensure sites get paid on time. (Yes, they notice. Yes, it matters.)
Manage the Paper
Collect and review essential documents. Reconcile the TMF with site files. Code documents for filing. Maintain the CTMS. If it needs to be documented, you'll make sure it's done right.
Fix Problems Before They Escalate
You'll spot issues early. You'll escalate when needed. You'll find solutions—not just point out problems.
Train and Motivate
You'll help site personnel really understand the protocol—not just have a copy in a binder. You'll be the person they call when they're unsure. You'll make them want to do their best work.
What You'll Bring
The Non-Negotiables
- Tertiary qualifications in science or healthcare
- 2–5 years of on-site monitoring and site management experience (this is mandatory—no exceptions)
- Practical knowledge of ICH-GCP and global/local regulatory requirements
- Proven ability to manage multiple sites and priorities
- Willingness to travel (because sites aren't all in one building)
The Differentiators
- Oncology experience? That's a plus.
- Early-phase trial experience? Also a plus.
- You've negotiated budgets and come out with a win-win? Tell us about it.
- You've turned around a struggling site? We want to hear that story.
The Competencies We Care About
Technical:
- Site start-up management
- Site conduct management
- Risk and quality management
- Supply management
- Issue escalation
Business:
- Negotiation and conflict resolution
- Critical thinking and problem-solving
- Decision-making under ambiguity
- Strategic thinking at the site level
Interpersonal:
- You communicate clearly—whether it's a site coordinator or a sponsor executive
- You're flexible when plans change (and they will)
- You work well in a team but don't need hand-holding
- People actually want to work with you again
Why This Role Is Different
You'll Have Real Relationships
Not drive-by monitoring visits. You'll be assigned to sites and studies where you can build genuine partnerships. Sites will know your name. They'll be glad to see you.
You'll Work in Meaningful Therapy Areas
Renal. Cardiometabolic. Oncology. Not me-too drugs. Therapies that genuinely improve—and sometimes save—lives.
You'll Be Part of a Team That Cares
We're not a faceless global machine. We're a CRO with heritage in Asia-Pacific, built on relationships and local knowledge. Your colleagues will know your name too.
You'll Have Flexibility
Location? Choose Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, or Adelaide. Work arrangement? Hybrid or remote, depending on your location and role. We mean it when we say we put people first.
You'll Grow
Access to learning opportunities. A global network of scientific leaders. Clear pathways for career progression. We're invested in where you're going, not just what you can do today.
A Few Questions to Ask Yourself
☐ Do sites actually remember me after I leave?
☐ When something goes wrong, am I the person who helps fix it—or just the person who reports it?
☐ Can I explain the difference between a monitoring visit that checks boxes and one that actually adds value?
☐ Do I understand that site payments on time matter as much as data verification?
☐ Am I ready for 2–5 years of experience to turn into 5–10 years of expertise?
If you answered yes, keep reading.
The Fine Print (But Important)
📍 Locations: Melbourne | Sydney | Brisbane | Adelaide (you choose)
🧑💻 Work Setup: Hybrid or remote options based on location and role
📋 Reports to: Clinical Operations Manager
📅 Experience Level: 2–5 years on-site monitoring mandatory
✈️ Travel: Required—sites aren't in your living room
What We Offer
💰 Competitive Compensation – Reflecting your skills and experience
🌍 Global Reach, Local Feel – International projects with a team that feels like family
📈 Career Growth – Learning opportunities, mentorship, and progression pathways
🧠 Purpose-Driven Work – Trials that genuinely improve lives
🤝 Inclusive Culture – We value diverse perspectives and creative solutions
🏖️ Flexibility – Hybrid/remote options because life happens
🎉 Wellbeing Programs – Engagement surveys, recognition, team events
Still Thinking? A Few More Reasons to Hit Apply
- You'll work on studies that matter—renal, cardiometabolic, oncology
- You'll be part of a global network but not feel like a number
- You'll have real decision-making authority at your sites
- You'll be supported, not micromanaged
- You'll get a response. We respond to every applicant.
Ready to Be the CRA Sites Ask For by Name?
If you're an experienced CRA who understands that monitoring is about partnership, not policing—and if you're looking for a role where your skills will be valued and your growth supported—we want to hear from you.
Apply now for the Clinical Research Associate 2 position at Emerald Clinical.
Tell us about the sites you've supported. The studies you've managed. The problems you've solved. The relationships you've built.
We'll read every word.
Emerald Clinical is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you need accommodations during the application process, just let us know.
