Clinical Research Associate 2 (m/w/d), IQVIA Biotech, based in Germany

June 4, 2026

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<div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div>IQVIA Biotech partners exclusively with biotech and emerging biopharma companies to support clinical development across all phases and therapeutic areas. agile structure, collaborative culture, and deep therapeutic expertise allow us to deliver tailored solutions that help bring innovative treatments to patients faster.Join IQVIA Biotech as a Clinical Research Associate 2 / CRA 2 (m/w/d) to work home-based throughout Germany, and preferably in the Munich or Hamburg area.Your responsibilities will include: <ul><li>Performing site selection, initiation, monitoring and close-out visits.</li><li>Supporting the development of a subject recruitment plan.</li><li>Evaluating the quality and integrity of site practices in accordance with regulatory requirements, i.e., Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) guidelines.</li><li>Managing progress by tracking regulatory submissions, recruitment, case report form (CRF) completion, and data query resolution.</li><li>Collaborating with experts at study sites and with client representatives.</li><li>Mentoring of less experienced team members, support as subject matter expert for specific topics or additional tasks might be included.</li><li>Besides focusing on projects in Germany, there may be the opportunity to gain experience in Austria or Switzerland.</li></ul>Qualifications: <ul><li>University Degree in life science or other scientific discipline or apprenticeship in the health care field.</li><li>Minimum of two years of on-site monitoring experience alternatively an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.</li><li>Knowledge of applicable clinical research regulatory requirements i.e., Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) guidelines.</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail and ability to work in a fast pace environment.</li><li>Fluency in German on at least C1 level and a good command of English.</li><li>Flexibility to conduct business travel up to about 40-60% of working time.</li><li>Driver’s license class B.</li></ul>What you can expect: <ul><li>Permanent contract.</li><li>Home-Office and flexible work schedules.</li><li>Company car, accident insurance and more.</li><li>Resources that promote your career growth.</li></ul>We invite you to join IQVIA.Whatever your career goals, we are here to ensure you get there!Please apply with your English CV and motivation letter as well as your education certificates and job reference letters (Arbeitszeugnisse).</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at <a href="https://jobs.iqvia.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://jobs.iqvia.com</a>IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.

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