Introduction to role

The Clinical Research Associate (CRA) has local responsibility for the delivery of studies at allocated sites and is an active participant in the local study team(s). The CRA works closely with other CRAs and the Local Study Team/Local Study Associate Director (LSAD) to ensure that study commitments are achieved in a timely and efficient manner. Acting as the main contact with the study site, the CRA is responsible for monitoring the study conduct to ensure proper delivery. The CRA prepares, initiates, monitors, and closes assigned sites in clinical studies, following AZ Procedural Documents, international guidelines such as ICH‑GCP, and relevant local regulations. A CRA with longer tenure and experience may take on additional responsibilities associated with LSAD.

Accountabilities

• Contributes to the selection of potential investigators.
• In some countries, as required, CRAs are accountable for study start‑up and regulato...