CTA

A growing pharmaceutical company in Switzerland is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Clinical Trials Associate (CTA) to support the operational delivery of clinical development programs. As a Clinical Trials Associate, you’ll be a key part of the operational backbone of our clinical trials, supporting studies from start-up through close-out. 

This is a hands-on role based on-site in Lachen, Switzerland, offering close collaboration with Clinical Operations, Medical, Regulatory, and external partners across international clinical studies. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Providing operational support across the full clinical trial lifecycle 
• Maintaining a complete, accurate, and inspection-ready TMF/eTMF in compliance with ICH-GCP and internal SOPs 
• Supporting study start-up activities, including site documentation, investigator qualification files, and tracking of contracts and budgets 
• Coordinating communication with CROs, investigational sites, and vendors 
• Supporting Clinical Research Associates (CRAs) with monitoring visit preparation, follow-up actions, and documentation 
• Tracking study timelines, site activation, enrolment status, and key deliverables 
• Assisting with regulatory submissions and ongoing maintenance of regulatory documentation 
• Supporting audit and inspection readiness, including document retrieval and response coordination 
• Contributing to process improvements within Clinical Operations 

Qualifications & Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or a related scientific discipline 
• 1–3 years of experience in clinical research or clinical operations (e.g., CTA, CRC, or similar role) 
• Solid understanding of ICH-GCP, clinical trial conduct, and regulatory requirements 
• Strong organizational and documentation skills with excellent attention to detail 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, mid-sized company environment 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (German is an advantage) 
• Proficiency with MS Office; experience with CTMS and eTMF systems is a plus 
• Authorized to work in Switzerland (no visa sponsorship available) 
• Comfortable working on-site five days per week in Lachen 

What We Offer 

• Hands-on exposure across multiple aspects of clinical development 
• Broad responsibilities and visibility within a mid-sized pharmaceutical organization 
• A collaborative, on-site working culture with close cross-functional interaction 
• Opportunities for professional growth and long-term career development 
• Competitive compensation and benefits 

Interested? 

If you’re a detail-oriented clinical professional looking to deepen your experience in clinical operations while working on meaningful development programs, we’d love to hear from you!  

Apply today and take the next step in your CTA career.