Clinical Research Associate (CRA) -- Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul or Des Moines -- APPLY NOW!

CLINICAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE (CRA) ' Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul or Des MoinesEvery day, Kelly Scientific Resources (KSR) Clinical Research connects scientific professionals with opportunities to advance their careers.We currently have an exciting long term contract opportunity for a Home-Based Clinical Research Associate (CRA) with at least 3 years of experience. We are looking for a self-starter who lives within 1 hour of a major airport in the following areas: Chicago, IL; Milwaukee, WI, St. Paul, MN or Des Moines, IA. Candidates must have strong clinical research working experience either as a CRA or CRC. Prior field-based monitoring experience preferred. Experience with the therapeutic area of Neuroscience is preferred. For immediate consideration, click the 'Apply Now!' button, or refer a friend by clicking the 'E-mail this job' link provided.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: The Clinical Research Associate (CRA) is responsible for facilitating the clinical investigator selection process, business development, managing patient enrollment and overseeing the clinical trial process utilizing fundamental principles of monitoring at the study site from site selection to closeout.' Will be accountable for site-specific enrollment' Will identifies, defines, coordinates and conducts site study training' Clinical report forms (CRF) are source data verified or reviewed according to the monitoring plan ' Will manage CRF backlog and facilitate query resolution' Will ensure drug accountability is complete and accurate' Will comply to Good Clinical Practices (GCP), International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) guidelines, U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, and applicable policies and procedures ' Will generate and distribute monitoring visit reports' Will conduct site closeout and assure appropriate archival of regulatory documents' Will maintain inspection readiness at the site level' Will serve as primary point of contact for site personnel regarding study or process-related issues' Will ensure proper escalation of site-related issues according to global and local procedures' Will ensure site level metrics are tracked (IMPACT) and communicated as appropriate' Will maintain timely interaction with internal and external customers ' Will provide timely completion of all administrative tasks (e.g. calendaring, training) Metrics ' Will be accountable for meeting monitoring timelines and metrics including CRF and query cycle time.' Will provide last CRF in house commitments for datalocksJOB REQUIREMENTS:' Must have at least 3 years experience as a CRA or CRC' Prior field based monitoring experience preferred' Must be willing to travel 50-70%' Must have a four-year degree, preferably in a health related field' Neuroscience experience preferred' Must have strong computer skills (e.g. MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint) ' Must be a self-starter ' Must have knowledge of GCP's, FDA regulations and ICH guidelines ' Must have excellent oral and written communication skills ' Must have excellent problem-solving, self-management, organizational skills, leadership, influence, and detail orientedKelly Scientific Resources® has grown into a $200 million global business as the scientific business unit of Kelly Services. Clinical Research is the clinical business unit of Kelly Services. Our staff of scientists provides scientific staffing to a broad spectrum of industries including: chemical, cosmetics, food science pharmaceutical, biomedical, consumer products, environmental, medical device, petrochemical, and clinical research.With more than 2,600 company-owned and operated offices in 30 countries, Kelly provides an incredible opportunity to job seekers all over the globe. We invite you to bookmark our Web site and encourage you to review it regularly for new opportunities worldwide: www.kellyscientific.com Kelly Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Learn more about company