Stryker is seeking a Senior Clinical Research Associate (CRA I) to join our innovative Neurovascular division. This is a remote, U.S.‑based role offering meaningful growth opportunities for CRAs looking to deepen their clinical monitoring experience while supporting impactful clinical trials. The role includes approximately 50% travel, providing hands‑on exposure and strong site partnership.
As Senior Clinical Research Associate, you will support clinical studies end‑to‑end, gaining experience in site monitoring, documentation, and compliance while working closely with cross‑functional study teams.
What you will do
Perform site monitoring and site management responsibilities through all phases of clinical study (e.g. site selection, site initiation, interim monitoring, and closeout)
Conduct site visits for all phases (site qualification, site initiation, interim monitoring, and closeout)
Ensure site compliance to clinical study protocol, applicable regulations and guidelines
Ensure data integrity by verifying data in case report forms against source documents
Identify and support site in addressing any noncompliance issues.
Collect and track regulatory documents, maintain trial master file (TMF) documentation and ensure accuracy
Communicate relevant updates to study core team
What you need
Required
Bachelor's level degree or equivalent in science or health care field
2+ years of relevant clinical research experience
Demonstrated independence in performing site monitoring (e.g. site selection, site initiation, interim monitoring and closeout visits) and site management activities
Fundamental knowledge and good understanding of GCPs, clinical study development process, and logistics
Ability to apply ISO, FDA and related guidelines toward documentation
Preferred
Experience as a Clinical Research Coordinator, Clinical Trial Coordinator or Clinical Research Associate
CCRA Certification
Posting Date: 05/19/2026
United States of America Pay Ranges:
- USN: $83,300 - $138,800 USD Annual
- US5: $87,500 - $145,700 USD Annual
- US10: $91,600 - $152,700 USD Annual
- US15: $95,800 - $159,600 USD Annual
- US20: $100,000 - $166,600 USD Annual
- US30: $108,300 - $180,400 USD Annual
Travel Percentage: 50%Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability.Stryker Corporation will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in science or health care field
- 2+ years of relevant clinical research experience
- Demonstrated independence performing site monitoring and site management activities (selection, initiation, interim monitoring, closeout)
- Fundamental knowledge and understanding of Good Clinical Practices (GCP), clinical study development process, and logistics
- Ability to apply ISO, FDA and related guidelines toward documentation
- Willingness/ability to travel approximately 50%
- Experience as a Clinical Research Coordinator, Clinical Trial Coordinator, or Clinical Research Associate
- CCRA Certification
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, with multiple medical plan options and added protections such as critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity, plus mental health resources. Wellbeing programs, onsite gyms, and fitness/nutrition classes further reinforce the perceived strength of health benefits.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings are seen as strong, highlighted by a competitive 401(k) plan with company matching and potential discretionary contributions. These elements are often viewed as valuable pillars of total rewards.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Variable pay is viewed positively, with annual bonuses and sales commissions often lifting total compensation. Incentive plans are seen as a meaningful contributor to pay satisfaction in roles where performance drives earnings.
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