Clinical Research Associate Jobs

Who We Are

Vial is a next-generation, tech-first CRO delivering faster, more efficient clinical trials at dramatically lower costs for biotech sponsors. Our mission is to empower scientists to discover groundbreaking scientific therapeutics that help people live happier, healthier lives.

We are more than just a CRO — we are "doers". We are reimagining clinical trials and have assembled a talented team of executives from Silicon Valley and industry-leading CROs. Together, we have built a global, full-service CRO powered by intuitive end-to-end technology.

Vial operates across multiple Therapeutic Areas ( Dermatology CRO , Ophthalmology CRO , Oncology CRO , Gastroenterology CRO , Neurology CRO , Cardiology CRO , Medical Device CRO , Rare Disease CRO , and Digital Therapeutics CRO ).

Vial is a San Francisco, California-based company founded by Simon Burns and Andrew Brackin in October 2020. Since our founding, we have become a fast-growing company of 100+ employees with over $100 million in funding.

Vial is building towards a more efficient future for clinical trials. By deploying technology in every step of a trial, we are driving efficiencies in speed and cost that we pass on to innovative biotech startups. Ready to join us on our journey to reimagine clinical trials?

Overview

We’re looking to hire a Clinical Research Associate. Our CRA will be responsible for all site management and monitoring across the organization. You’ll report to our Head of Clinical Operations and work directly with multiple sponsors across various therapeutic areas.

This role is Remote, based in the U.S. and will require travel.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide protocol and study training to assigned sites
• Eventually co-monitoring, training and mentoring of junior members in the team.
• Create and maintain monitoring visit reports and action plans
• Site management and monitoring activities across all US clinics
• Ability to travel within the US
• Work with sites to adapt, drive and track subject recruitment plan

What You'll Bring

• Must have experience in Dermatology and Ophthalmology studies.
• You should be life science degree educated with independent on-site monitoring experience.
• Minimum of 2 years work experience as a Clinical Research Associate
• You’ve handled multiple protocols and sites across a variety of drug indications.
• Flexibility and ability to travel are paramount with strong communication, written and presentation skills.

$100,000 - $110,000 USD Final offer amount will depend on education, skills, experience, and location.

Why You’ll Love Working At Vial

Innate curiosity.At our core, we embody an insatiable curiosity. Our journey into the realm of clinical trials was ignited by a firsthand understanding of the challenges involved. This innate curiosity drives us to constantly innovate, seek fresh ideas, and bring our vision of reimagining clinical trials to life.

Fostering autonomy.Autonomy is our guiding principle. We firmly believe that when team members are entrusted with autonomy, they unleash their true potential. Our culture fosters an environment where each individual takes ownership of their domain, empowering them to make a profound impact.

The pursuit of mastery . We are dedicated to cultivating mastery. We understand the value of honing expertise in a craft. The pursuit of mastery, coupled with a deep sense of pride in one's workmanship, fuels our unwavering commitment to tackle intricate challenges. At Vial, we foster a culture of highly autonomous professionals, each an expert in their field, collaborating on an immensely demanding endeavor together.

Move fast, stay humble.Our strength lies in agility and humility. We firmly believe that intellectual honesty and a nimble mindset are the pillars of success. By staying adaptable and open-minded to all solutions, we tackle obstacles head-on, remaining humble in the face of adversity. This enables us to surmount the hurdles that confront us at every twist and turn.

Benefits

Competitive Equity Compensation

Health, Dental, and Vision

Remote-First

Paid Parental Leave

Unlimited Vacation