Cover Letter Samples
Sample Entry Level Position
Pharmaceutical Research Associate, Discovery Pharma
Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities:
Monitor clinical trials at agreed intervals by regular visits, telephone conversations and corre-
spondence
Select & evaluate suitable investigators/sites to participate
Co-ordinate the supply of clinical trial materials (drugs, equipment etc.) in order to expedite the
initiation of patient recruitment
Compile necessary trial documentation for submission to ethics committees
Negotiate and document financial agreements accordingly and co-ordinate timely payments to
sites
Facilitate and optimize recruitment of subjects to meet agreed targets and timelines
Ensure CRF data is of high quality at all centers directly monitored and is finalized in required
timelines
Ensure all trial documentation is complete and thorough in house and at investigator site
Ensure that all department documents and databases are kept up to date with trial information
as required and local and international colleagues are updated as requested
Ensure that data queries raised are resolved with site staff within agreed timelines
Maintain good communication and working relationships with investigators, other site staff,
overseas colleagues, external customers and other GSK staff
Involvement in the regular review of procedures and practices involved in planning, set-up, mon-
itoring and coordinating clinical trials.
Qualifications / Experience:
A Bachelor Degree in Science or a related discipline.
High level of written and verbal communication skills
Previous CRA experience is essential
Well-developed interpersonal skills; including the ability to competently liaise with and feedback
to internal and external customers regarding project issues and company decisions
Attention to detail and ability to work to achieve required timelines
Project Management skills
Ability to negotiate with and motivate others
To apply, submit cover letter and resume to Human Resources Director, Carrie Brady.