[Alexion] Clinical Research Associate

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Seoul, KOR
In-Office
Junior
Biotech • Pharmaceutical
The Role
Manages clinical study sites from identification and initiation through monitoring and closeout. Ensures ICH-GCP, regulatory, and protocol compliance; reviews site data; trains investigators and staff; supports recruitment and enrollment; tracks monitoring KPIs; maintains essential documents in the eTMF; resolves site issues; and supports audits, inspections, and regulatory submissions. The role requires collaboration with cross-functional study teams and up to 70% travel during busy periods.
Summary Generated by Built In

This is what you will do:

  • The  Clinical Research Associate (CRA) has local responsibility for the delivery of the studies at their assigned sites and is an active participant in the local study team(s). The  CRA works in close collaboration with local team members (Project Management Clinical Operations (PMCO), Study Start-Up (SSU) manager, Clinical Study Assistant (CSA) and other CRAs in Clinical Operations Management (COM) to ensure that study commitments are achieved in a timely and efficient manner on a site level. The CRA acts as the main contact with the study site and has the responsibility for monitoring the study conduct to ensure delivery and compliance.
  • The  CRA is responsible for the identification, selection, initiation, monitoring and closure of assigned sites in clinical studies, in compliance with Alexion Procedural Documents, international guidelines such as ICH-GCP, and relevant local regulations,  and that the sites deliver according to their respective commitment in the individual studies.
  • A  CRA with demonstrated skillset and experience may take on additional study level responsibilities and tasks as needed (e.g.  Lead CRA, etc).

You will be responsible for:

  • Performing identification, selection, initiation, monitoring, site data review and closeout activities/visits (remote and onsite), as well as remote data checks, in accordance with the timelines specified in the study specific Clinical Monitoring Plan (CMP).
  • Driving performance at the sites. Proactively identifying and ensuring timely resolution to study-related issues and escalates them as appropriate.
  • Training, supporting, and advising Investigators and site staff in study-related matters, including Risk Based Quality Management (RBQM) principles.
  • Development of recruitment plans with each site and managing and supporting enrollment to ensure sites and studies meet enrollment milestones. Document recruitment barriers and implement mitigation plans.
  • Ensure agreed monitoring KPIs are observed and remain within the agreed quality acceptable ranges (Action Items aging, SDV metrics, Data entry metrics, query aging, MV reports metrics, etc.)
  • Preparing and finalizing monitoring visit reports in CTMS and provide timely feed-back to the Principal Investigator, including follow-up letter, within required timelines and in line with Alexion SOPs.
  • Ensuring timely collection/uploading of essential documents into the eTMF in accordance with ICH-GCP, Alexion SOPs and local requirements. Supporting/participating in regular QC checks of the eTMF
  • In some countries, as required, CRAs are accountable for study start-up and regulatory maintenance. Tasks may include collection, preparation, review and tracking of documents for the application process; submission of proper application/documents to EC/IRB and to Regulatory Authorities for start-up and for the duration of the study.
  • Contributing to the nomination and selection of potential investigators and assisting with feasibility activities
  • Collaborating with local Medical Affairs, Medical Advisor Pipeline (MAP) and other internal stakeholders, as needed.
  • Following quality issue processes by escalating systematic or serious quality issues, data privacy breaches, or ICH-GCP compliance issues to Global Study team, Local study team, Country Operations Line Management  and/or Quality Group, representativesas required.
  • Preparing for and collaborating with the activities associated with audits and regulatory inspections in liaison with other local team members (e.g., PMCO, ,  Country Operations Line Management, and Quality Group.

You will need to have:

  • Minimum of 1 year of CRA monitoring experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in related discipline, preferably in life science, or equivalent qualification
  • Excellent knowledge of international guidelines ICH-GCP, basic knowledge of GMP/GDP.
  • Excellent knowledge of relevant local regulations.
  • Good medical knowledge and ability to learn relevant Alexion Therapeutic Areas.
  • Good understanding of the drug development process.
  • Excellent understanding of Clinical Study Management including monitoring, study drug handling and data management.
  • Excellent attention to details.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent collaboration and interpersonal skills.
  • Good negotiation skills.
  • Demonstrates flexibility in schedule and willingness to travel (required travel may be as high as 70% during busy periods)
  • Valid driving license (*)- to be deleted if not required in a country.
  • (*) to be adapted to local country market needs. Solid knowledge of clinical development processes with strong emphasis on monitoring
  • The duties of this role are generally conducted in an office environment. As is typical of an office-based role, employees must be able, with or without an accommodation to: use a computer; engage in communications via phone, video, and electronic messaging; engage in problem solving and non-linear thought, analysis, and dialogue; collaborate with others; maintain general availability during standard business hours.

We would prefer for you to have:

  • Ability to work in an environment of remote collaborators and in a matrix reporting structure
  • Manages change with a positive approach for self, team, and the business. Sees change as an opportunity to improve performance and add value to the business.
  • Ability to look for and champion more efficient and effective methods/processes of delivering quality clinical trials with reduced budget and in less time.
  • Demonstrates ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks with conflicting deadlines.
  • Proactivity and assertively when communicating with internal stakeholders and sites
  • Ability to understand the impact of technology on projects and to use and develop computer skills while making appropriate use of systems/software in an e-enabled environment.
  • Team oriented and flexible; ability to respond quickly to shifting demands and opportunities.
  • Experience in all study phases and in rare medical conditions preferred.

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Date Posted

25-8월-2026

Closing Date

24-10월-2026

Alexion is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where every single person can belong because of their uniqueness. The Company will not make decisions about employment, training, compensation, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment based on race, color, religion, creed or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), parental status (including adoption or surrogacy), military status, protected veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or expression, genetic information, mental illness or other characteristics protected by law. Alexion provides reasonable accommodations to meet the needs of candidates and employees. To begin an interactive dialogue with Alexion regarding an accommodation, please contact [email protected]. Alexion participates in E-Verify.

Skills Required

  • Minimum 1 year of CRA monitoring experience
  • Bachelor's degree in a related discipline, preferably life science, or equivalent qualification
  • Excellent knowledge of international ICH-GCP guidelines
  • Basic knowledge of GMP and GDP
  • Excellent knowledge of relevant local regulations
  • Good medical knowledge and ability to learn relevant therapeutic areas
  • Good understanding of the drug development process
  • Excellent understanding of clinical study management, monitoring, study drug handling, and data management
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent collaboration and interpersonal skills
  • Good negotiation skills
  • Willingness to travel, potentially up to 70% during busy periods
  • Valid driving license, where required by the local market
  • Ability to work with remote collaborators and in a matrix reporting structure
  • Ability to manage change positively
  • Ability to improve clinical trial delivery efficiency and quality
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks with conflicting deadlines
  • Proactive and assertive communication with stakeholders and sites
  • Ability to use and develop computer skills in an e-enabled environment
  • Team-oriented and flexible approach
  • Experience across all clinical study phases
  • Experience with rare medical conditions

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