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IQVIA Clinical Research Associates play a vital role in the evolution of clinical development. They bring passion, ambition, and a deep level of expertise to help solve complex clinical issues while ensuring adherence to regulations and sponsor requirements. Here, you'll find the autonomy and flexibility you need to take your CRA career to the next level.

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Sponsor-dedicated.

When you join as a sponsor-dedicated CRA, you’ll embrace the stability of a global contract research organization and harness the power of industry-leading technology. As part of this alignment, you'll gain valuable experience, working side by side one of our pharmaceutical customers, and expand your knowledge in a wide variety of therapeutic areas.

Our sponsor-dedicated model brings together the right people, experience and ideas to deliver high quality solutions specific to the customer’s needs.

Full-service

When you become a CRA as part of our full-service alignment, you'll embrace your passion for a specific therapeutic area and support a variety of sponsors. With access to world-class training and cutting-edge technology, developed specifically for IQVIA CRAs, you'll have the resources you need to create the career you want.

Our full-service model delivers cutting-edge clinical research through state-of-the-art innovation.

IQVIA Biotech

When you pursue a CRA career with IQVIA Biotech, you'll work directly with customers in a collaborative environment to help change the face of biotech. Using your extensive therapeutic knowledge, you’ll oversee uniquely-focused clinical studies, where you’ll be exposed to pioneering protocols and experience a dedicated partnership with your team like none other.

IQVIA Biotech is at the forefront of clinical trials in a variety of therapeutic areas through the delivery of flexible solutions within the biotech sector.

IQVIA empowers you to drive your own path within the organization. As no person's route is the same and the clinical research landscape is forever changing, you are encouraged to continually seek career growth opportunities and align your interests with your career goals.

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At IQVIA, we are committed to supplying our CRAs with the right tools, training and development support to allow for success and career growth. In addition to the rewarding work, collaboration and engaged line management, there is a constant focus on development as your career growth supports also the growth of the company.

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For me, it’s the people and knowing I’m making a difference in creating a healthier world that inspire me to come to work every day. I can go to anyone with a challenge, and they are willing to help. Together, we’re thinking outside of the box to navigate each sites’ unique needs and challenges.

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Explore unlimited opportunities

Clinical Research Associates can leverage their experience in a variety of ways that enable them to pursue their unique passions. Whether you choose to advance within a specific therapeutic area or want to explore something new, you can create the career you want. Explore the various career opportunities when you join IQVIA as a CRA.

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All CRAs at IQVIA, regardless of alignment, thrive within our dynamic culture and experience:

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Clinical Research Internship Program

The Clinical Research Internship is a unique opportunity for students to directly participate in the performance of clinical research, such as enrolling patients in study programs, while also observing overall emergency department (ED) operations and interacting with physicians, nurses and other health care personnel. The ED Research Internship offers a broad diversity of research from basic observational studies to complex randomized controlled trials thereby exposing students to the full spectrum of research applications in a single clinical setting. Students will gain research experience working in the ED that will strengthen their skills in developing a career in public health and/or medicine. Students will be exposed to the practical application of research to provide critical context and texture to research theory they may have received in the classroom.

Our Mission and Goal:

The program's mission is to conduct innovative and practice-changing science while supporting and training a diverse group of clinician-scientists dedicated to improving patient care.  Our program goals are to provide a clinical research educational experience for pre-health professionals, hands-on training to gain research-related skills, and exposure to an acute clinical setting.

Clinical Research Intern Position Roles:

• Attend study-related training sessions held by Clinical Research Coordinators (CRC) throughout the course of the internship.
• Master the processes of properly obtaining informed consent and practicing good clinical practice (GCP) in an acute care setting.
• Develop proficiency in clinical research activities, such as screening, pre-consenting, and enrolling eligible patients with a CRC mentor.
• Increase understanding of the principals of compliance, patient confidentiality, and other ethical obligations involved with conducting clinical research.
• Interact with Principal Investigators (PIs) and other departments by attending program-exclusive lectures, health fairs, trainings, workshops, etc.
• Interact and observe patient care with clinical staff.

Pediatric & Adult ED Differences:

Pediatric Emergency Medicine  (PEM)

• Peds ED treats 0-20 y/o patients
• Larger RI Cohort (~20 total)
• PEM Supervising RC Team

General Emergency Medicine (GEM)

• Adult ED treats 18-100+ y/o patients
• Smaller RI Cohort (~10 total)
• GEM Supervising RC Team

Research Intern Program Requirements:

• Must be a current pre-medical or pre-health student who’s academic program requires they gain experience in a medical setting
• Commit to ONE FULL YEAR (12 months) of two 4-hour shifts or one 8-hour shift per week
• A mandatory 4-hour program orientation,
• A protocol training session for each active research study
• At least one (of the many) Principal Investigator (PI) Lecture Series seminars held throughout the course of the year. 

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Internships

An internship at ICON is a great option for anyone looking to gain practical experience in their desired field.  

Not only does it provide an opportunity to learn and develop new skills, but it also allows for networking with professionals in the industry. Internships can also serve as a valuable addition to a resume, showing potential employers that the individual has real-world experience and is committed to their chosen career path. 

Additionally, internships often give insight into the day-to-day workings of a company, providing valuable knowledge that cannot be gained through traditional classroom education.

Overall, internships are an excellent way to gain experience, build a professional network, and stand out in a competitive job market.

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Accellacare Internships - North America

Accellacare provides internships annually. Interns work an average of 15 hours a week from August through to April, where they are trained on site processes, providing support to our coordinators. Accellacare Interns are able to ramp up more quickly than average employees because they gain a strong foundation of knowledge regarding research terminology, regulatory processes, good clinical practice, and more through the internship. On average, 40% of ICON’s Accellacare interns convert to full-time roles.

ICON’s EPIC (Entry Level Professionals in CRO) Summer Internship - US, Mexico, India, Bulgaria, Poland, UK, Spain

ICON hosts a 10-week paid summer internship in North America where interns have the opportunity to learn from Senior Leaders while helping achieve organisational goals. Incumbents attend sessions designed to enrich their knowledge of the clinical research industry, the drug development process, and the corporate structure of a global company. Internships are available in various departments, from project support to technology and corporate support. On average, 35% of ICON’s EPIC interns convert to full-time roles at the company. Recruitment for EPIC Summer Internships launches each spring, and internships begin in June.

EXCEL (Exploratory Clinical Experience and Learning) Internships - North America

ICON’s US Clinical Delivery IBT Department offers the Exploratory Clinical Experience and Learning (EXCEL) internship. The EXCEL program runs across two academic semesters from September – April for individuals pursuing a degree (Bachelors and Masters eligible) in Clinical Research or Drug Development. This experiential learning internship provides a rotation of opportunities across the clinical delivery team, including but not limited to: study start up, site management, monitoring, project management, and trial master file management. On average, 50% of ICON’s EXCEL interns convert to full-time roles. Recruitment for EXCEL’s Internship Program launches each spring, which includes a screening and interview process for each applicant.

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This internship experience taught me so much about the clinical research industry. I can confidently say that I would not be nearly as comfortable in my current role or education had I not done this internship.

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ICON and the summer internship gave me the opportunity to demonstrate my skills as a data scientist to colleagues and upper management. Working with Symphony provides me the chance to learn from my peers and engage in projects that involve problems that are new and challenging, also allowing me to not only grow skills but engage with others within our company, which is always a pleasure. I could excel my career by shadowing and being engaged with various amounts of client projects that expanded my understanding and tools to tackle different analysis.

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My career has developed exponentially since my internship. I was hired as an entry level Site Activation Specialist and have worked my way up to a Site Management Associate 2 in under two years of full time employment. I also had the opportunity to become a Subject Matter Expert for a companywide initiative and received many outstanding spotlights for my performance. I fully believe that without my time as an intern at ICON/Legacy-PRA that I would not be where I am today. I am so grateful to this company for allowing me to learn and grow with their support.

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Welcome to the Duke University School of Medicine Clinical Research Internship Portal (CRISP)!

Our goal is to assist students earning a degree with finding an opportunity to participate in research at an academic medical center. Students will work in a mentored team environment that supports learning in clinical research.

At this time, only students from institutions that have existing internship agreements with Duke University are eligible to participate in internships at Duke. These schools include:

Campbell University

Durham Technical Community College

Elon University

Greensboro College

Meredith College

North Carolina Central University

Northern Illinois University

University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

University of North Carolina, Greensboro

University of North Carolina, Wilmington

University of North Florida

Wake Forest University

If you are not from one of the above schools, review our additional opportunities page  here .

This program is supported by the  Duke Clinical & Translational Science Institute (CTSI)  and the  Duke Office of Clinical Research .

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Begin your career journey at Parexel

We hire emerging talent and current students into a variety of positions across all regions and business units. You will be at the heart of getting medicines to those who need them most.

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Gain insight into one of the leading global Clinical Research Organizations, and work to develop your own scientific profile. Start as an Intern or Graduate to expand your expertise and skills to set the foundation for future success in your professional life.

You will be part of a team dedicated to accomplishing great things together; you will learn how we take personal responsibility for making success happen, and how individual skills add value in a collaborative culture.

Our Emerging Talent Programs

Apex clinical research associate (cra) program.

The Accelerated Program of Education, Exposure, and Experience for CRAs (APEX CRA) provides foundational clinical research training - including project and system experience - to new CRA hires who are recent college graduates and have less than a year of monitoring experience.

Our APEX Program hiring cycles, for both AMER and EMEA, are on a regular cadence which aligns with our business needs.  At various times we might not be actively recruiting as we are in-between hiring cycles for the next class. Please check this site for regular updates as all open and available APEX CRA position locations are posted here. Learn More

Path to Project Leader Program

The Path to Project Leader Program provides the opportunity for highly talented, motivated, and quickly progressing candidates to join the clinical research industry in a Senior Project Specialist role to acquire deep clinical research and project management knowledge and progress to an Associate Project Leader role within eight months .

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The Finance Department offers 12-week Summer Internships for roles like Financial Analyst, Contract Specialist, and Corporate Services. 

Internal Audit Internship - Based in Durham, North Carolina, USA (hybrid):

Recruitment begins in January 2025

Biostatistician

You will support an experienced Biostatistician. Key responsibilities include producing data listings using efficient programming techniques, conducting statistical analyses under supervision, and creating statistical reports.

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Recruiting starts again in Fall 2024

Statistical Programmer

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Clinical Data Engineer 

You work with close supervision to support various activities including managing data aggregation from various external sources and producing listings, reports and insights utilizing SAS® Software or the Data Management Workbench platform.

Clinical Database Programmer

You work with close supervision to support various programming activities related to clinical systems, and/or the application of computer and communication technologies.

Recruiting starts again in Spring 2025

Why Parexel Is a Great Place to Work

At Parexel, we define ourselves by the difference we make and by the compassion we share while making it. We advance science by keeping the patients at the heart of everything we do. We believe in each other, and that allows us to accomplish great things ourselves.

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During long-standing connections with universities around the world, we recruit top talent at several events throughout the year. You can meet us at University Recruitment Fairs, Diversity Hiring Events, and at the Boston Career Forum.

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Clinical Research Courses

Below are our ACCRE accredited clinical research certification programs:

ACCELERATED clinical research associate certification & Internship

Online modules and competency exam over 16 days with 14 days on remote or local internshi p - Used to enhance knowledge and experience to work as a clinical research associate and apply for higher level positions in the clinical research monitor to senior CRA realm. No clinical research background required but is preferred. Students must provide information regarding internship dates and location (online, remote, local) prior to starting modules. Internship is guaranteed along with assistance in job placement.

Payment plans from 3-6 months are available upon qualification and request. Please email our enrollment team at [email protected] to get information regarding payment plans or partial scholarships.

clinical research associate certification

Online modules and competency exam with 60 day period of completion - Use to enhance knowledge for promotion to CRA, SrCRA, or other management levels in clinical trials. Can be taken by physicians, nurses, and bachelors, masters, and PhD graduates. No clinical research background required for enrollment and certification.

ICH GCP Certification

Online modules and competency exam - No clinical research background required. ICH GCP certification is required by all jobs working with clinical trials.

CLINICAL TRIALS ASSISTANT CERITIFCATION

Online modules and competency exam - Minimum of high school degree or GRE is required. Use for jobs that require clinical trials experience and knowledge. No clinical research background required

clinical research Monitor certification

Online modules and competency exam - No clinical research background required. Bachelors degree required.

clinical research nurse certification

Online modules and competency exam - No clinical research background required. RN or BSN required.

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We are glad to announce that in Clininfotech we have introduced Clinical Research Internship Programs (Self sponsored) for professionals who want to have Hands on experience.

Internship Program in Clinical Research, Pharmacovigilance, Clinical Data Management, SAS  Life-Sciences, Pharmaceuticals & Clinical Research in India.

Clininfotech provide Internship Opportunities for professionals willing to pursue In Career In Clinical Research . The aim of Internship program is to provide hands on experiences in Clinical Research and Pharmacovigilanc projects.

Clinical Research Internship in India

Our interns have the opportunity to gain work experience through internships with our clients on the in-house projects.

Clininfotech  provides high quality professional Internship in  Clinical Research, Clinical Data Management, SAS, Pharmacovigilance, Regulatory affairs and Medical Coding. Training and projects are two best division’s of the company’s efforts to equip students to face industry needs.

The six months job oriented training program consists of three months of class room training and three months of internship in the different departments of the company. During first three months of training period different modules like Clinical Research, Clinical Data Management, SAS, Pharmacovigilance, Regulatory affairs and Medical Coding are covered. On successful completion of the internship, a certificate and a working experience letter will be provided.

Fresher’s can through this programme gain the opportunity to learn advanced skills with the added advantage of exposure to Industry databases and platforms with real time case scenarios. In addition to the training, interns will work on Real time projects.

Clininfotech Clinical Research Internship Program Advantage:

Offer your learners a personalized, clinical software-based lab environment that enables your learners to learn with hands on experience on technology that is being skilled upon..

• Get hands-on experience with actual technology environments 
• Upskill Our Trainees on the latest technologies and prepare them for Best Placements in the Top MNC’s
• Internship based “Suitability for Hire” after completion.
• Enhance your skills to transform from a novice to a “project –ready” candidate.
• Gain access to premium industry live projects.
• Accessibility to industry tools.
• Live project work experience with exposure to industry SOPs & Client Communications.
• Training in Industry best practices
• Working Experience in different Sponsor Projects

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Selection procedure:.

To maintain high Industry standards, Clininfotech gives due importance to the Quality of Interns Enrolled. To Ensure This, The Selection of Individual Intern will undergo the following Procedure:

• Personal Interview
• Screening And Selection Of Students

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