Position

Position/Title: Clinical Research Associate

About the company: Wex Pharmaceuticals Inc. (“WEX” or the “Company”), an international pharmaceutical company focusing on pain management solutions, is actively seeking applications from qualified individuals to join its clinical team in Vancouver.  

Reports to: Vice President – Scientific & Regulatory Affairs

Primary Responsibilities:

• Carry out monitoring visit for an ongoing clinical trial of approved protocol under the responsibility of WEX.
• Prepare the monitoring report
• Ensure clinical monitoring visit according to GCP (Good Clinical Practices).
• Follow policies and procedures concerning clinical operations to ensure that all Regulations are strictly followed.
• Participate in the team activities of Clinical Trial Development Team.
• Maintain the study timeline with attention to budget and milestones and maintain associated documents (correspondence, monitoring reports etc).

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Recognize deficiencies and make proper corrective recommendations for clinical operations
• Liaise with the Lead CRA, Clinical Project Manager and Vice President – Scientific & Regulatory Affairs of WEX.
• Conduct periodic site visits.
• Provide guidance and training to other team members.
• Update the team and self on any reviews and changes in policies and laws effecting clinical operations.
• Other duties as assigned

The above is not a complete list of functions but a general guideline. Additional responsibilities may be assigned from time to time to keep pace with the needs of the company.

Qualifications

• Graduation with a bachelor degree in a biological science or related discipline, or equivalent experience
• A minimum of 2  years of experience in clinical research, clinical nurse role or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Basic understanding and usage of medical terminology is preferred.
• In-depth knowledge and experience with Good Clinical Practices
• Solid computer skills and practical knowledge of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Willingness to travel periodically to sites

How to apply: Please forward your resume along with a cover letter and salary expectation to wex@wexpharma.com or fax at 604-683-8868. We would like to thank all applicants. However, only those that qualify will be contacted for an interview. No phone calls will be accepted.