Clinical Research Associate

About the role

Medpace is seeking a full‑time, home‑based Clinical Research Associate to join its Clinical Monitoring team in South Africa. The role offers the chance to support all phases of drug development, working closely with research sites and internal stakeholders to ensure high‑quality clinical trial execution.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct pre‑study, initiation, monitoring and close‑out visits at research sites.
• Perform source document verification and case report form review.
• Review regulatory documents and manage study drug inventory.
• Report and follow‑up adverse events and serious adverse events.
• Assess patient recruitment and retention performance.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in a health‑related science or equivalent.
• Minimum one year of independent clinical monitoring experience (entry‑level candidates with relevant trial assistant or research associate experience may be considered).
• Broad knowledge of medical terminology and clinical patient management.
• Basic understanding of drug therapy techniques and clinical research methodologies.
• Comprehensive knowledge of local regulations and ICH GCP.
• Excellent oral and written English communication skills.
• Valid driver’s licence.

Required skills

• Source document verification
• Case report form review
• Regulatory document review
• Study drug inventory management
• Adverse event and serious adverse event reporting
• Patient recruitment and retention assessment
• Knowledge of ICH GCP and local regulatory requirements

What we offer

• Opportunity to work for a global CRO with more than 6,000 employees in over 40 countries.
• Exposure to a wide range of therapeutic areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic disease and CNS.
• Remote work flexibility and full‑time employment.