At a Glance
- Tasks: Oversee clinical trials and ensure high-quality data for life-changing treatments.
- Company: Join Novo Nordisk, a leader in innovative healthcare solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, inclusive culture, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role with extensive travel across the South West region.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on patients' lives through groundbreaking clinical research.
- Qualifications: Degree in life sciences or related field; strong communication and organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 36900 - 45100 £ per year.
Shape the future of clinical research in the UK, join a team that brings life-changing treatments to patients across multiple therapy areas.
Your new department
The Clinical Development Centre UK is at the forefront of bringing innovative treatments to patients. Our team works across multiple therapy areas, partnering with leading research sites and investigators throughout the UK. We foster a culture of risk-based quality management and continuous improvement, ensuring that every trial we deliver meets the highest standards while advancing medical science.
Our clinical trials administration functions are based in the UK Gatwick office; we have home-based trial management teams and four field-based regional Clinical Operations CRA teams covering the monitoring of our trial sites across the UK.
Your new role
As the result of an internal move, a vacancy has become available for a CRA in the South West regional Clinical Operations CRA team where the successful candidate will join a dedicated group of monitoring professionals responsible for overseeing clinical trial conduct across investigator sites in the South West of England. The team plays a critical role in ensuring Novo Nordisk's portfolio of trials delivers high-quality data supporting regulatory submissions and, ultimately, bringing new treatments to patients faster.
Your skills & qualifications
- A degree in life sciences, pharmacy, nursing or relevant qualification
- Thorough working knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines, local regulatory requirements and clinical trial processes
- Strong organisational, time-management and prioritisation skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build good working relationships with all internal and external stakeholders
- Willingness to travel extensively within the South West region (and occasionally beyond) to conduct site visits and attend meetings
- You may already have experience as a CRA in the pharmaceutical, biotech or CRO industry
Working at Novo Nordisk
Every day we seek the solutions that defeat serious chronic diseases. To do this, we approach our work with determination, constant curiosity and a commitment to finding better ways forward. For over 100 years, this dedication has driven us to build a company focused on lasting change for long-term health. One where diverse thinking, shared purpose and mutual respect come together to create extraordinary results. When you join us, you're not just starting a job – you're becoming part of a story that spans generations.
Deadline: 13 August 2026. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis.
We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.
Clinical Research Associate employer: Novo Nordisk A/S
Novo Nordisk A/S is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee growth and development, offering a dynamic work culture in Crawley, UK. With a strong focus on commercial excellence and health improvement, employees benefit from meaningful work, comprehensive training opportunities, and a collaborative environment that fosters innovation and success.
