New · posted Nov 1
IQVIA · Pharmaceuticals
(Senior) Clinical Research Associate
- Durham, NC
- On-site
- Full-time
- Associate & Specialist
The role
We’re looking for a passionate and driven Clinical Research Associate (CRA) to join our team and play a key role in delivering high-quality clinical trials. In this role, you’ll partner with investigative sites and cross-functional teams to ensure studies are executed with excellence, compliance, and patient focus.
What you need
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, healthcare, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 1.5+ years of on-site monitoring experience
- Solid understanding of GCP, ICH, and regulatory requirements
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
What you'll do
- Lead and execute site monitoring visits (selection, initiation, routine, and close-out) in accordance with GCP/ICH guidelines
- Build strong relationships with investigative sites to drive performance, recruitment, and engagement
- Ensure protocol compliance, data integrity, and high-quality study execution
- Proactively identify risks, resolve issues, and escalate when needed
- Track and manage study progress, including regulatory approvals, enrollment, and data quality
- Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to inspection readiness
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful study delivery
Pay and benefits
$90,200 – $175,100 a year
Employer providedWhy Join Us
Make a direct impact on advancing clinical research and improving patient outcomes
Work alongside experienced, collaborative teams
Opportunities for growth and career development
Dynamic, fast-paced environment where your contributions matter
IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com
IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.
The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $90,200.00 - $175,100.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.
Where you'll work
Durham, NCOn-siteOpen in Maps (opens in a new tab)
More jobs in Durham, NCEqual opportunity, accessibility and legal noticesIQVIA's statements, word for word
IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law. https://jobs.iqvia.com/eoe
Job intelligence
The context around this role
Live data · November 1, 2026
Salary intelligence
How the pay compares
This role's midpoint is 21% above the US median for Clinical Research roles at this level.
This roleEmployer provided
Associate & Specialist roles in North Carolina8 roles publishing pay
Associate & Specialist roles in the US56 roles publishing pay
| Annual base pay | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| This role | $90,200 | — | $175,100 |
| North Carolina (middle half) | $130,625 | $132,500 | $136,500 |
| All US (middle half) | $80,000 | $110,000 | $127,875 |
This role: IQVIA's own published range. Comparisons: the base pay employers published on open Clinical Research roles at the same level on Regulatory Jobs, November 1, 2026. Nothing is estimated.
Career trajectory
Where this role sits in Clinical Research
The general path across 193 open Clinical Research roles on Regulatory Jobs, with the titles they carry most. Not IQVIA's own promotion track.
Career resources on Clinical Research
Skills DNA
What this role leans on
How many of the posting's 13 duty, requirement and summary lines touch each area. The posting's emphasis, not a proficiency score.
- GMP and compliance5
- Clinical trial conduct4
- Collaboration and leadership4
- Investigations and CAPA2
- Documentation and SOPs1
- Data and digital systems1
Regulatory intelligence
The rules behind this role
Frameworks and standards this posting's work falls under, matched from its own words, each linked to the official source.
- FDAFDA data integrity guidance(official source, opens in a new tab)Data Integrity and Compliance With Drug CGMP: Questions and Answers
- ICHICH quality guidelines(official source, opens in a new tab)Q1 stability, Q2(R2) analytical validation, Q7, Q9 risk management, Q10 quality systems
- ICHICH E6 good clinical practice(official source, opens in a new tab)The international standard for the conduct of clinical trials
Company hiring pulse
IQVIA on Regulatory Jobs
- 83
- Open roles
- 59
- Distinct roles
- 26
- Locations
By discipline
- Clinical72 87%
- Regulatory7 8%
- Quality4 5%
By level
- Associate & Specialist43 52%
- Manager15 18%
- Senior & Principal15 18%
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(Senior) Clinical Research Associate at IQVIA
Open until filled. $90K–$175K a year, employer provided.