Clinical Research Associate

Job Description

Clinical Research Associate (CRA)

• Based in Malaysia, named one of the Best Companies to Work for in 2019 by HR Asia
• We were awarded ‘Sponsor of the Year’ in 2019, 2020, 2022 and 2024 from Clinical Research Malaysia for the highest number of studies and total study value recorded in the country!
• We have a proud legacy of turning breakthrough science into medicines and vaccines that save and improve lives around the world. We are focused on discovering new solutions for today and the future!
• Join the premier biopharmaceutical company that has been in the business for more than 125 years

The role is accountable for performance and compliance for assigned protocols and sites in a country.

Under the oversight of the CRA manager or CRD, the person ensures compliance of study conduct with ICH / GCP and country regulations, our company’s policies and procedures, quality standards and adverse event reporting requirements internally and externally.

Acts as primary site contact and site manager throughout all phases of a clinical research study, taking overall responsibility of allocated sites.

Actively develops and expands the territory for clinical research, finding and developing new sites. Participates in internal meetings and workstreams as SME for monitoring processes and systems.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

o Data generated at site are complete, accurate and unbiased.

o Subjects’ right, safety and well-being are protected.

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Qualifications, Skills & Experience

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What we look for …

Imagine getting up in the morning for a job as important as helping to save and improve lives around the world. Here, you have that opportunity. You can put your empathy, creativity, digital mastery, or scientific genius to work in collaboration with a diverse group of colleagues who pursue and bring hope to countless people who are battling some of the most challenging diseases of our time. Our team is constantly evolving, so if you are among the intellectually curious, join us—and start making your impact today.

We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

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Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.

Employee Status : Regular

Relocation : VISA Sponsorship :

Travel Requirements :

Flexible Work Arrangements :

Hybrid

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Valid Driving License :

Hazardous Material(s) :

Required Skills :

Accountability, Accountability, Adaptability, Adverse Event Reporting System, Biopharmaceutical Industry, Biopharmaceuticals, Clinical Medicine, Clinical Research Methods, Clinical Sciences, Clinical Site Management, Clinical Study Management, Clinical Testing, Clinical Trial Planning, Clinical Trials Monitoring, Data Analysis, Data Reporting, Good Clinical Data Management Practice (GCDMP), Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Healthcare Innovation, Management Process, Medical Research, Monitoring Control, Organizational Performance Management, Problem Solving, Protocol Adherence {+ 4 more}

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Job Posting End Date :

07 / 15 / 2025

Requisition ID : R

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