Clinical Research Associate (CRA) - Maternity leave covers
Role highlights
Full Time
Permanent
Entry
On-site
The Clinical Research Associate (CRA) role requires foundational knowledge and practical skills in managing clinical trial sites, primarily in diabetes and obesity therapeutic areas. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in life sciences, nursing, or equivalent experience, complemented by GCP certification and a solid understanding of clinical trial procedures, including ICH GCP guidelines, regulatory requirements, and SOPs. The role demands proficiency in electronic clinical trial systems such as Veeva Vault, EDC, IWRS, and electronic TMF to ensure accurate data management and compliance. Responsibilities include conducting and documenting monitoring visits, ensuring patient safety, data integrity, protocol compliance, investigational medicinal product handling, and driving recruitment and retention at trial sites. Effective communication and collaboration with investigator site teams are essential, alongside a proactive, team-oriented approach. The position involves approximately 30% travel, including overnight stays. While previous clinical trial monitoring experience and healthcare or customer service backgrounds are advantageous, the role is suitable for entry-level candidates demonstrating strong motivation and the ability to quickly adapt to clinical research environments. Fluency in Danish and English is mandatory to facilitate communication within the regional and global clinical development teams. The department promotes a supportive culture with opportunities for learning and development, emphasizing work-life balance and inclusive recruitment practices.
About the role
Location: Ørestad, Denmark
Department: Clinical Development Centre Denmark (CDC DK)
Role Summary
- Join the forefront of clinical research, primarily in diabetes and obesity
- Actively contribute to therapies with potential to reshape global health outcomes
- Three maternity leave cover positions: two until October 1st (7 months), one until end of 2026
Responsibilities
- Manage clinical trial sites at all stages, ensuring high quality and compliance
- Collaborate with investigative site teams to deliver clinical trials on target
- Ensure data integrity, quality, patient safety, and regulatory compliance
- Main line of communication with investigator site teams
- Conduct and document monitoring visits per Monitoring Plan and Risk Indicator Reports
- Drive site activities to achieve recruitment and retention targets
- Manage protocol compliance, IMP handling, and data entry at site
- Travel required approximately 30% of the time, including some overnight stays
Requirements
- Collaborative team player, proactive and ready to help in challenging situations
- Preferably experienced in monitoring trials per ICH GCP methodology
- Healthcare industry knowledge or customer service-based employment preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in life science, nursing, or relevant experience
- Excellent understanding of clinical trial procedures (ICH GCP, regulatory issues, SOPs)
- GCP Certification
- Knowledge of drug development process
- Good working knowledge of electronic clinical trial systems (Veeva Vault, EDC, IWRS, electronic TMF)
- Excellent level of Danish and English
Nice to Have
- Previous experience in clinical trial monitoring
- Experience in healthcare or customer service roles
About the Department
- Clinical Development Centre Denmark (CDC DK) with 19 CRAs across therapeutic areas
- Part of a regional team of 8 countries, working closely with global Trial Managers and Portfolio
- Open, honest culture with strong team spirit
Benefits
- Unique and supportive culture
- Strong learning and development opportunities tailored to your career and life stage
- Commitment to work-life balance
How to Apply
- Apply before 6 January 2026
- No cover letter required; include a few sentences about your motivation in your CV
- Inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants
- Novo Nordisk is committed to diversity and an inclusive culture
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