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Senior Clinical Research Associate, Dermatology & Rheumatology, Usa

Indero
Indero
5+ years
Not Disclosed
10 Jan. 5, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/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

Senior Clinical Research Associate – Dermatology & Rheumatology (USA)

Location: North Central USA (Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, Wisconsin) or East Coast
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Professional Level: Senior


About the Role

Indero, a global CRO specializing in dermatology and rheumatology, is seeking a Senior Clinical Research Associate (CRA) to oversee clinical study progress at investigative sites or remotely. The CRA ensures that clinical trials are conducted, recorded, and reported in strict compliance with protocols, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), ICH-GCP guidelines, and regulatory requirements.

This role is ideal for experienced CRAs who thrive in autonomous, high-impact environments and have expertise in dermatology and rheumatology clinical research. You will be part of a mid-sized CRO, where your contributions are visible and make a direct impact on study outcomes and operational excellence.


Key Responsibilities

Clinical Monitoring & Oversight

  • Conduct site qualification, initiation, monitoring, and close-out visits according to the monitoring plan, sponsor SOPs, and regulatory standards.

  • Perform source data verification (SDV), ensure proper study drug management, data collection, and regulatory documentation.

  • Participate in investigator meetings and maintain ongoing communication with site staff to ensure protocol compliance and successful patient recruitment.

  • Prepare and submit detailed site visit reports and follow-up letters to investigators.

Lead CRA Responsibilities (Optional / As Assigned)

  • Review and approve site visit reports, track site visit metrics, and escalate issues to project teams.

  • Support the development of monitoring plans, annotated visit reports, and CRA training materials.

  • Mentor junior CRAs and conduct on-site quality control visits to ensure data accuracy and compliance.

  • Collaborate with project managers to resolve study-related issues and propose solutions to improve monitoring processes.


Required Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in a field relevant to clinical research or a nursing degree.

Experience

  • Minimum 5 years of on-site clinical monitoring experience in biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or CRO settings.

  • Exposure to rheumatology clinical trials is required; experience in dermatology is preferred.

  • Proven experience conducting monitoring visits in compliance with ICH-GCP standards and applicable regulatory requirements.

Skills & Attributes

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.

  • Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and prioritization abilities.

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

  • Ability to travel up to 65% to clinical research sites across assigned regions.

  • Capable of working independently and maintaining high-quality standards under pressure.


Work Environment & Benefits

  • Permanent full-time position based in the USA.

  • Flexible work arrangements depending on region and study requirements.

  • Collaborative and innovation-driven culture emphasizing reliability, responsiveness, and professional growth.

  • Opportunities for ongoing learning and development.


About Indero

Indero, formerly Innovaderm, is a world-renowned CRO specializing in dermatology and rheumatology with over 25 years of clinical research and trial delivery experience. Our full-service model includes protocol design, patient recruitment, trial monitoring, biometrics, and data management, providing sponsors with the scientific foundation and operational expertise to achieve study objectives efficiently.

With a global presence across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Latin America, Indero offers a dedicated research clinic, long-standing investigator relationships, and a patient-centric approach, making us the preferred partner for clinical trials at scale.

Indero is committed to equitable treatment and equal opportunity. Accommodations are provided throughout the recruitment process for applicants with disabilities. Only candidates legally authorized to work in the United States will be considered.


Apply Now

Join Indero as a Senior Clinical Research Associate and contribute to advancing dermatology and rheumatology clinical research while ensuring high standards of data quality, compliance, and patient safety.