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Clinical Research Associate - Oncology - West Region (Phx, La Or Las Vegas)

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ICON
2+ years
Not Disclosed
Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Phoenix, United States
10 Feb. 19, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Remote Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Clinical Research Associate – Oncology | West Region (Phoenix, Los Angeles, Las Vegas)

Locations: Los Angeles | Las Vegas | Phoenix
Job Reference: JR144441
Company: ICON plc
Division: ICON Strategic Solutions
Department: Clinical Monitoring
Work Model: Remote (Regional Travel Required – West US)

Job Overview

ICON Strategic Solutions is hiring an experienced Clinical Research Associate (CRA) – Oncology to support clinical trial monitoring activities across the West Region of the United States. This position is ideal for professionals based near major hub airports in Phoenix, Los Angeles, or Las Vegas to facilitate regional travel.

The CRA will play a critical role in ensuring site compliance, data integrity, patient safety, and regulatory adherence across oncology clinical trials, including prostate cancer, lung cancer, and hematology studies. This role requires strong therapeutic expertise, proactive site management capabilities, and the ability to maintain inspection readiness in accordance with ICH-GCP and FDA regulations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary liaison between investigational sites and the sponsor

  • Conduct all monitoring visit types: Site Selection, Site Initiation, Routine Monitoring, and Close-Out Visits

  • Ensure compliance with ICH-GCP, FDA regulations, and sponsor SOPs

  • Maintain accurate documentation in CTMS and eTMF systems

  • Monitor patient safety, ensuring timely reporting of AEs, SAEs, and PQCs

  • Support subject recruitment and retention strategies

  • Oversee investigational product accountability, storage, return, and destruction

  • Review source documentation and resolve data queries to ensure high-quality data

  • Track site performance metrics and escalate risks proactively

  • Collaborate with Clinical Trial Assistants (CTAs), Local Trial Managers (LTMs), and Clinical Trial Managers (CTMs)

  • Support site budget tracking and payment processes, where applicable

Required Experience

  • Minimum 2+ years of on-site monitoring experience within a pharmaceutical company or CRO environment

  • Demonstrated experience in oncology clinical trials, preferably in prostate cancer, lung cancer, or hematology

  • Strong working knowledge of ICH-GCP, FDA regulations, and US clinical trial requirements

  • Hands-on experience with CTMS, eTMF, and electronic data capture (EDC) systems

  • Experience managing multiple investigative sites independently

Educational Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Nursing, or a related scientific discipline preferred

  • Registered Nurse (RN) qualification may be considered in lieu of a life sciences degree

Eligibility & Travel Requirements

  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship

  • Willingness to travel up to 50% for on-site monitoring visits across the West Region

  • Candidates residing near major airports in Phoenix, Los Angeles, or Las Vegas strongly preferred

Core Competencies

  • Strong clinical monitoring and site management expertise

  • High attention to detail and quality compliance mindset

  • Effective problem-solving and risk mitigation skills

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

  • Ability to manage multiple protocols and timelines simultaneously

Why Join ICON plc?

ICON plc is a leading global clinical research organization delivering outsourced development and commercialization services to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies worldwide. ICON is recognized for operational excellence, regulatory expertise, and innovation in clinical development.

Employees benefit from:

  • Competitive compensation package

  • Comprehensive health insurance options

  • Retirement planning programs

  • Generous annual leave policies

  • Global Employee Assistance Programme (LifeWorks)

  • Life assurance coverage

  • Flexible, country-specific benefits supporting work-life balance

ICON is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal employment opportunity, fostering a collaborative environment that supports career advancement in clinical research.