Posted 2 days ago
Clinical Research Associate II
@ AbbVie
Toronto, Ontario
Overview
AbbVie is hiring a Clinical Research Associate II to monitor clinical investigative sites running AbbVie studies, covering site qualification, initiation, interim monitoring and closeout for Phase I to III trials. The role requires at least 2 years of on-site monitoring experience, a minimum of 50% travel, and a valid driver's licence and passport. Benefits include paid time off, an employee stock purchase plan, a wellness spending account, flexible health insurance, retirement savings and a bonus plan.
Pay:
$81,000–$131,000 a year
Responsibilities:
- Monitor clinical investigative sites for protocol and GCP compliance
- Conduct site qualification, initiation, interim monitoring and closeout visits
- Train site personnel on protocols and regulatory requirements
- Manage investigator payments and negotiate site agreements
- Identify and recommend new investigators and sites
Requirements summary:
- At least 2 years of clinical monitoring experience
- On-site monitoring of investigational drug or device trials
- In-depth knowledge of GCP and ICH guidelines
- Strong planning, analytical and communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and technology
- Minimum 50% travel
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-04
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-04
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-04
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Allied health |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: moderate · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Client sites, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | College diploma (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Medical, Scientific, Nursing |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Flexible hours, Retirement plan, Performance bonus, Stock or equity, Wellness |
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AbbVie
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AbbVie is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on creating medicines and solutions that put impact first — for patients, communities, and our world. We aim to address complex health issues and enhance people's lives through our core therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, aesthetics and other areas of unmet need. Learn more about us at www.abbvie.com and review our community guidelines at https://www.abbvie.com/social-media-community-guidelines.html.
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- AbbVie
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AbbVie is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on creating medicines and solutions that put impact first — for patients, communities, and our world. We aim to address complex health issues and enhance people's lives through our core therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, aesthetics and other areas of unmet need. Learn more about us at www.abbvie.com and review our community…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | North Chicago, Illinois |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Specialties | BiopharmaceuticalBiotechnologyInnovationResearch and DevelopmentManufacturingBiotherapeuticsOncologyImmunologyVirologyNeuroscience |
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Company Description
About AbbVie
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
Our Great Place to Work® Certification highlights our dedication to cultivating a high-trust, and inclusive culture for all.
At AbbVie, you won't just have a job, you’ll have the opportunity to unlock a bright future, because we're not just a workplace; we're a world of possibilities.
Difference makers wanted. Apply now!
What’s In It for You?
- Innovative work culture
- Professional development
- Paid time off: vacation, holidays, personal days, and volunteer days
- Employee stock purchase
- Wellness spending account
- Flexible health insurance
- Retirement savings programs
- Bonus plan
Job Description
To enable AbbVie’ s emergence as a world class R&D organization, the position anticipates and proactively solves study-related clinical site issues as they occur and initiates, recommends and communicates corrective action ensuring successful protocol level execution of Clinical Site Management deliverables involving start-up, execution, and close-out of studies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitors activities conducted by clinical investigative sites as they relate to AbbVie clinical studies to ensure successful execution of the protocol. Ensures adherence to federal regulations and applicable local regulations, Good Clinical Practices (GCPs), ICH Guidelines, AbbVie Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Monitoring Plans, and to quality standards in conducting clinical research.
- Conducts site qualification, initiation, interim monitoring and study closeout visits for Phase I to III studies in accordance with applicable regulations, Good Clinical Practices (GCPs), ICH Guidelines, and AbbVie Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and business processes.
- Overviews the overall activities of site personnel over whom there is no direct authority and motivates/influences them to meet study objectives. proactively manages the site and ensures action plans are put into place as needed to ensure compliance. Ensures regulatory inspection readiness at assigned clinical sites.
- Ensures quality of data submitted from study sites and assures timely submission of data, including appropriate reporting and follow-up for all safety events by site personnel.
- Ensures safety and protection of study subjects through compliance with the study monitoring plan, AbbVie SOPs, ICH Guidelines, and applicable regulations.
- Trains study site personnel on the protocol and applicable regulatory requirements in collaboration with pertinent project team members.
- Manages investigator payments as per executed contract obligations. Negotiates investigator/ hospital agreements with stakeholders. Maintain and complete own expense reports as per local and applicable guidelines.
- Identifies, evaluates and recommends new/potential investigators/sites on an on going basis. Potential sites may be identified through networking or internal AbbVie requests to assist in the placement of planned clinical studies with qualified investigators.
Qualifications
- Appropriate tertiary qualification, health related (e.g., Medical, Scientific, Nursing) preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of clinically-related monitoring experience. Experience in on-site monitoring of investigational drug or device trials is required.
- Current in-depth knowledge and understanding of appropriate therapeutic indications as they relate to the conduct of clinical trials.
- Current in-depth knowledge of regulations governing clinical research, ICH/GCP Guidelines and applicable regulations.
- Familiarity with all aspects of study monitoring; data, drug accountability, documentation experience.
- Strong planning and organizational skills and the ability to work effectively and efficiently in a dynamic environment with competing projects and deadlines. Ability to work, understand and follow work processes within the assigned function.
- Strong analytical and conceptual capabilities, interpersonal skills, and ability to communicate with clarity. Ability to address study related clinical site issues with appropriate guidance and initiates and communicate corrective action as indicated. Ability to use functional expertise and exercise good judgment.
- Demonstrated business ethics and integrity.
- A minimum of 50% travel is required.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, etc.)
- Must be at ease with technology (the use of various tools/systems to perform day-to-day tasks).
- Valid driver’s license and passport.
Additional Information
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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