Clinical Research Associate- Contractor

Join a team that is changing millions of lives. Transforming smiles, changing lives. At Align Technology, we believe a great smile can transform a person’s life, so we create technology that gives people the confidence to take on whatever’s next. We revolutionized the orthodontic industry with the introduction of the Invisalign system, and we have never lost sight of that spirit of innovation. Our diverse and collaborative teams are constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. Ready to join us? About this opportunity This Clinical Research Associate- Contractor is responsible for monitoring and tracking patients in clinical studies at Align Technology and ensure that the studies are conducted according to protocol. The process includes interaction and communication with clinical sites, private-practicing orthodontists, and treatment coordinators related to case specific issues and status. In this role, you will… ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned: Monitor and tracks patients in clinical sites Ensuring adequate documentation and proper implementation of written protocols Severs as a liaison between Align Technology and the study site, investigators, study coordinators, staff members Data collection of clinical research cases Assists in writing and developing clinical protocols, data and tracking forms, informed consent documents, and clinical report forms. Additional responsibilities: Provides technical assistance to study sites regarding the conduct of clinical research Track data report forms, reports, and documents necessary for completion of clinical study, both in-house and from participating study sites Oversees delivery and shipment of aligners for clinical studies Assists in writing annual and final clinical study reports Ensures accurate, up-to-date records of all documents and protocols of all clinical studies Follows all departmental and company procedures as indicated in quality, administrative, or other systems Ensures the effective fulfillment of objectives and deadlines assigned to the group. Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures. Report all unsafe activities to supervisor and/or Human Resources. Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals. Travel may be required – up to 25% Perform other duties as assigned. In this role, you’ll need … EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree in Science or equivalent years experience 0-1 year experience as a Clinical Research Associate Medical device experience required SKILLS REQUIRED: LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to think critically and scientifically Ability to give presentations and updates on clinical research Ability to write clinical reports and protocols Ability to communicate effectively MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. REASONING ABILITY Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. Extensive computer keyboarding and mousing. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms, and may be required to lift up to 50 lbs. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. WORK SCHEDULE / HOURS Regular business hours Sound like a good fit? Great! Click the "Apply" link to let us know you are interested. Not the right fit? Don’t worry, Align is quickly growing so we are creating more opportunities to expand our Align family. Please consider joining our Talent Network to receive notifications about future jobs or sharing this opportunity with others in your network. About Align Align Technology is a publicly traded medical device company that is transforming smiles and changing lives. Our global team of talented employees develop innovative technology, tools and treatment options to help dental professionals worldwide achieve the clinical results they expect. Our digital ecosystem combines the power of technology to create beautiful smiles through the integration of AI and machine learning, digital imaging and visualization, biomechanics and material science to develop the Invisalign system, the most advanced clear aligner system in the world; iTero Intraoral Scanners and OrthoCAD digital services. Did you know? Align is the world’s largest manufacturer of custom 3D-printed materials. By joining Align, you will be part of a global, fast-growing company in one of the most dynamic industries. Great people, innovative technologies, and meaningful work – these are just some of the things employees say make Align Technology a great place to work. We respect your privacy. Please review our Applicant Privacy Policies for additional information. Global Diversity Statement: At Align, we believe in the power of a smile, and we know that every smile is as unique as our employees. As we grow, we will continue building a workforce of diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences and fostering a culture of open-mindedness and compassion for all our employees. We live our company values by promoting healthy people and healthy communities. All with the intent of changing millions of lives, one unique smile at a time. Equal Opportunity Statement It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity in all of our employment practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, age, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation or gender identity or expression or any other legally protected category. 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