Senior Clinical Research Associate – Puerto Rico

About the role

IQVIA is seeking a motivated Clinical Research Associate to join its team in Puerto Rico. You will partner with investigative sites and internal teams to ensure high‑quality execution of clinical trials, focusing on patient outcomes and regulatory compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and conduct site monitoring visits, including selection, initiation, routine monitoring, and close‑out, following GCP/ICH guidelines.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with investigative sites to enhance recruitment and study engagement.
• Ensure protocol adherence, data integrity, and high‑quality study execution.
• Identify risks, resolve issues promptly, and escalate concerns when necessary.
• Track study progress, regulatory approvals, enrollment milestones, and data quality metrics.
• Maintain accurate study documentation and support audit and inspection readiness.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to meet study timelines and deliverables.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Healthcare, Nursing, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 1.5 years of on‑site monitoring experience as a CRA.
• Fluency in English and Spanish, both written and verbal.
• Experience in CNS, Cardiovascular, Obesity, or MASH/NASH therapeutic areas is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GCP, ICH guidelines, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and organizational abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Willingness to travel within Puerto Rico and potentially to other locations.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to impact clinical research and patient outcomes.
• Collaborative, mission‑driven team environment.
• Professional growth and career development pathways.
• Dynamic work setting where contributions are valued.