senior CRA
Senior CRA ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster. As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers. We are hiring oncology experienced CRAs based in the Paris IDF area to join us as Senior Clinical Research Associate! This role offers a strong balance of autonomy, collaboration, and impact. You will take ownership of your sites while working closely with experienced, supportive teams in a well-established and quality-driven environment.
What You Will Do
You will be responsible for the oversight and management of investigator sites across the full clinical trial lifecycle, ensuring the highest standards of quality, compliance, and patient safety. Perform site initiation, monitoring, and close-out visits (on-site and remote) in line with study timelines and quality standards Build trusted relationships with investigators and site staff, acting as their primary point of contact Ensure compliance with study protocols, ICH GCP, and French and international regulatory requirements Proactively identify risks and implement appropriate corrective and preventive actions Review clinical and safety data (including AEs/SAEs) to ensure accuracy, completeness, and patient protection Maintain clear, complete, and inspection-ready documentation and monitoring reports Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient and timely study delivery Why Join ICON in France? Purpose-driven work – contribute to research that improves patient outcomes Strong local and global presence – benefit from both local support and international opportunities Career development – structured pathways, training, and internal mobility within ICON Work-life balance – flexible working arrangements and recognition of employee wellbeing Collaborative culture – supportive teams and open communication Stability and growth – join a leading, well-established CRO with long-term opportunities Your Profile You are an experienced CRA who is autonomous, organized, and comfortable working in a dynamic, matrix environment. You value quality, teamwork, and building strong site relationships. Required qualifications and experience: Degree in life sciences, nursing, pharmacy, or equivalent Minimum 4 years of independent clinical monitoring experience as a CRA would be preferred (oncology experience is an advantage) Strong knowledge of ICH GCP and applicable French regulations Ability to manage multiple sites and priorities independently Strong interpersonal and communication skills in both French and English Willingness to travel regularly across France in line with study needs Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based. Rewards & Benefits ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development. Benefits may include: Competitive base salary and performance related incentives Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable Retirement and pension plans Life assurance and disability coverage Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways Benefits may vary depending on role and location. Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers. Inclusion and Accessibility ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here. Are you a current ICON Employee? Please click here to apply Apply To This Job