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Clinical Research Associate

医疗健康·医疗科技

Clinical Research Associate (CRA) oversees trial execution, ensures data integrity and compliance, and coordinates sites, sponsors, and regulators.

Daily work

  • 01Review clinical trial protocols and case report forms
  • 02Conduct on-site monitoring visits to verify source data
  • 03Write monitoring reports and track issue resolution
  • 04Communicate with investigators, CRCs, and sponsors on progress
  • 05Assist in handling adverse event and serious adverse event reports

Ability requirements

Hard skills

  • Proficient in GCP and ICH guidelines
  • Knowledge of full clinical trial lifecycle
  • Basic data analysis and statistical software (e.g., SAS, SPSS)
  • Medical English reading and writing
  • Electronic Data Capture (EDC) system operation

Soft skills

  • Excellent communication and coordination
  • Strong attention to detail and accountability
  • Stress tolerance and time management
  • Balance between teamwork and independence
  • Logical thinking and problem-solving

Best suited for

Ideal for detail-oriented, organized individuals with strong communication and coordination skills, who can handle frequent travel and fast-paced project management.

Less suited for

Not suitable for those who dislike repetitive documentation, resent business trips, or have low stress tolerance.

Salary (monthly)

15KMedian
Bottom 10KTop 25K

Pre-tax estimate, tier-1 cities with social insurance · reference only

Profile

Higher is better
Growth4
Stability4
AI Resistance3
Autonomy / Remote-friendly3
Transferability3
Lower is better
Work Intensity4
Entry Difficulty3
Education Threshold3
Competition3
Major Relevance2

MBTI Fit

ISTJESTJENFJESFJISTP
High growthHigh intensityStable

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Disclaimer: Salary figures on this page are estimated pre-tax monthly pay for positions with social-insurance contributions in China's tier-1 cities; other cities are converted using regional coefficients. Dimension scores and MBTI fit are editorial estimates, provided for reference only, and do not constitute any promise or advice.