CRA1

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China, Shanghai Until 8/21/2026 First posted March 18, 2026 Last posted June 4, 2026
Job description
IVD CRA, Shanghai

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 currently seeking a Clinical Research Associate to join our diverse and dynamic team at ICON Plc. As a key member of our research department, you will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating clinical trials, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collecting and analyzing critical data.

What you will be doing

  • Working independently and actively to coordinate all activities for setting up and monitoring a study, completing accurate study status reports and maintaining study documentation
  • Running sponsor generated queries efficiently and taking responsibility for study cost efficiency; you will also participate in the preparation and review of study documentation and feasibility studies for new proposals as required.
  • Develop and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders, clinical investigators, and site staff.
  • Ensure patient safety by ensuring compliance with ICON’s procedures, protocols, and regulatory requirements.


Your profile

  • University degree in medicine, science, or equivalent
  • Knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines and the expertise to review and evaluate medical data
  • Excellent written and verbal communication in English
  • Good social skills enabling you to deal with queries in a timely manner
  • Ability to travel at least 60% of the time (international and domestic - fly and drive) and should possess a valid drivers license


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

About this role

Summary

Coordinate clinical trials, ensure compliance, analyze data, communicate with stakeholders, maintain documentation.

Job title

CRA1

Experience level

not specified

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Shanghai, China; remote work not specified

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

medical or science degreeICH-GCPverbal and written communication

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

clinical trialsregulatory compliancepatient safetymedical data
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Shanghai, China

Work arrangement unknown City