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This position is a full-time, structured as a hybrid role.

What educational background or degree level is required for the Internship - Clinical Research Associate (CRA) at msd?

Candidates are generally expected to be holding or pursuing the following degree levels: Bachelor.

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Internship - Clinical Research Associate (CRA)

msd

Found 2 weeks ago

Location

Paço de Arcos, Portugal

Time

Full-time

Work Mode

Hybrid

Salary

Not disclosed

Visa Help

Not disclosed

Last Verified

2 weeks ago

Education

Bachelor

Skills & Qualifications

Technical Skills

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
AI tools
Clinical research
Clinical trial phases
ICH-GCP
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Word
Office Applications
Database Management
Data Entry
Data Visualization
Document Management
Reporting and Analysis
Technical Support
Technical Training

Soft Skills

Positive and growth-oriented mindset
Proactive and solution-oriented approach
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Goal-oriented and well-organized
Ability to work effectively in a team-based environment
Analytical Problem Solving
Project Management
Workload Prioritization
Process Improvements

Job Description

The Clinical Research Associate (CRA) Trainee will participate in a structured training program within Global Clinical Trial Operations (GCTO) Portugal, aimed at developing core competencies in clinical trial site management, monitoring support, and clinical operations. Under close supervision of the CRA Manager and assigned experienced CRAs, the CRA Trainee will support clinical trial activities in compliance with ICH‑GCP, local regulatory requirements, policies and procedures, and study‑specific documents. This role is designed to provide hands‑on exposure to the operational execution of clinical trials, preparing the trainee for a future CRA role.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Health Sciences, Biology, or related field (preferred)
Basic understanding of: Clinical research and clinical trial phases
ICH‑GCP and applicable clinical research guidelines (preferred)
Strong IT skills, including: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Ability to adapt to clinical IT systems and use of AI tools.
Fluent in Portuguese
Fluent in English (verbal and written)
Positive and growth‑oriented mindset
Proactive and solution‑oriented approach
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Goal‑oriented and well‑organized
Ability to work effectively in a team‑based environment.
Ability to travel domestically approximately 30–40% of working time, as required for training and site support.

Biology and Biotech

Biology Lab & Research

Languages

Portuguese
English

Nice to Haves

Biological Sciences
Clinical Site Management
Clinical Trials
Health Economics
Immunochemistry
Medical Care
Neurology
Pharmacology

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