Entry-Level Clinical Research Jobs at Medpace
The Entry Clinical Research Associate (CRA) role at Medpace offers an exciting opportunity for professionals with clinical trials experience to build a long-term career in drug and medical device development. This role is based out of the Munich office. The candidate hired for Clinical Research Jobs at Medpace Careers should be prepared for extensive regional travel and participation in global clinical research projects across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
About Medpace:
Medpace is a full-service global Contract Research Organization (CRO) providing Phase I–IV clinical development services to biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and medical device companies. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, Medpace employs over 5,000 professionals across more than 40 countries and is recognized for its scientific rigor, regulatory expertise, and disciplined approach to advancing safe and effective medical therapeutics.
Job Details:
- Job Title: Entry Clinical Research Associate
- Job Category: Clinical Research
- Location: Munich, Germany
- Job ID: 12351
- Travel Requirement: Approximately 60–80%
- Work Model: Field-based with regional travel
- Language Requirement: German & English
- Application Language: English
Educational Requirements for the Clinical Research Associate Role:
- Minimum of a university degree in a health or life science–related field
Key Responsibilities:
- As a Clinical Research Associate, you should conduct qualification, initiation, monitoring, and close-out visits in compliance with study protocols
- Communicate with investigators, clinical research physicians, coordinators, and site staff
- Verify investigator qualifications, training, facilities, equipment, and resources
- Perform source data verification and ensure adherence to GCP, SOPs, and regulatory requirements in the Clinical Research Jobs at Medpace Careers
- Ensure enrollment of eligible study participants only
- Review regulatory documentation and site files
- Manage investigational product and medical device accountability
- Review adverse events, serious adverse events, and concomitant medications
- Assess site performance in patient recruitment and retention
- As a Clinical Research Associate, you should complete monitoring reports and follow-up letters documenting findings and corrective actions
Skills Required for the Clinical Research Associate Role:
- Strong knowledge of clinical trial processes and GCP principles
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer literacy
- Outstanding verbal, written, and presentation skills
- Ability to work independently in a high-travel role
- Fluency in German and English
Benefits of the Clinical Research Jobs:
- Comprehensive CRA training through Medpace’s PACE Training Program
- Competitive compensation with travel bonus eligibility
- Flexible work hours within the workweek
- Defined CRA career progression and promotion pathways
- Ongoing therapeutic training led by in-house physicians
- Opportunities to work with international clinical research teams
- Competitive PTO and benefits package
- Employee health, wellness initiatives, and recognition awards
