Clinical Research Associate

Clinical Research Associate

Western Canada (Calgary or Vancouver)

Are you passionate about clinical research and ensuring patient safety? Do you have a strong understanding of ICH-GCP guidelines and enjoy collaborating with diverse stakeholders? If so, we invite you to join Novo Nordisk as a Clinical Research Associate. Take the next step in your career and help us drive high-quality clinical trials that make a difference. Apply today!

The position

As a Clinical Research Associate at Novo Nordisk, you will:

• Oversee and manage assigned clinical trial sites, conducting on-site and remote monitoring visits to ensure compliance with protocols, ICH-GCP guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
• Drive the implementation of Risk-Based Quality Management (RBQM) principles to proactively identify, assess, and mitigate risks throughout study conduct.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with investigators, site staff, and cross-functional teams to support efficient clinical trial execution.
• Monitor site performance, recruitment progress, retention, and data collection to ensure study timelines and quality objectives are met.
• Ensure patient safety and data integrity by resolving discrepancies, managing adverse events, and maintaining inspection readiness.
• Provide site training and continuous support on study protocols, operational procedures, systems, and compliance requirements.
• Act as an ambassador for Novo Nordisk values at the site level, ensuring high-quality trial execution.

Qualifications

We are looking for candidates who meet the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences (or related field) minimum
• 1+ years’ experience in clinical trial monitoring or a relevant pharmaceutical industry/CRO role
• Strong understanding of ICH-GCP, regulatory requirements, and clinical trial methodology
• Demonstrated ability to ensure high-quality execution of clinical trial activities in compliance with ICH-GCP, regulatory requirements, and internal SOPs
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders across all organizational levels
• Excellent written and verbal communication and stakeholder management skills
• Confident working in dynamic environments independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple sites and priorities
• Strong project management capabilities with high attention to detail, integrity, and commitment to quality and patient safety
• Proficiency in digital tools, including EDC, CTMS, eTMF, and other clinical trial software
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities, including proactive risk identification and mitigation
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality, compliant trial conduct
• Open to embracing better ways of working and continuous improvement, including new technologies and digital tools
• Up to 70% travel required, in alignment with local Regional/CDC requirements

About the department

The Clinical Development Centre (CDC) is at the heart of Novo Nordisk’s clinical development activities, driving the planning, execution, and optimisation of clinical trials. Our team is dedicated to investigating patient reactions to new drugs, comparing them to existing treatments, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. We provide resources, processes, and competencies across trial management, biostatistics, data management, and clinical pharmacology to support development projects worldwide. With a focus on collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement, the CDC is a dynamic and fast-paced environment where your contributions will directly impact our mission to improve patient outcomes.

Working at Novo Nordisk

Every day we seek the solutions that defeat serious chronic diseases. To do this, we approach our work with an unconventional spirit, a rare determination and a constant curiosity. For over 100 years this unordinary mindset has seen us build a company unlike any other. One where a collective passion for our purpose, mutual respect and a willingness to go beyond what we know delivers extraordinary results.

What we offer

At Novo Nordisk, you’ll join a global healthcare company with a unique culture and strong results. We offer continuous learning, career development, and benefits tailored to your life and career stage.

Salary: For this role, the annual base salary ranges from $99,890–$149,890. The placement in the salary range will be assessed during the recruitment process based on your skills, competencies, and knowledge, and how your relevant experience matches the position requirements.

Incentives: Based on the role’s level and other factors, the salary package may include short-term (STI) and/or long-term (LTI) incentives.

Benefits: The eligibility for specific benefits may vary based on the job and location.

Learn more about our Reward Philosophy here.

More information

This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

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Deadline: May 11th, 2026

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and preventing diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.