We are hosting New Grad Summer Program for new grad candidates where you can learn about our company and new grads' career opportunities at Medpace Japan. Clinical Research Associate (CRA) at Medpace offers the unique opportunity to have an exciting career in the research of drug and medical device development while making a difference in the lives of those around them. This event will be held in Osaka, Japan. Please apply if you are interested and meet the qualification below.

When:
6th - 8th August 2025
Day 1: 10:00 - 17:00

Day 2: 10:00 - 17:00

Day 3: 9:00 - 12:00

Where: Osaka, Japan
The venue will be informed to the participants who passed the screening.

Application Deadline: 20th July 2025

• No administration fees/unpaid session.
• The seminar will be held only in Japanese.
• More details regarding the format of the virtual event will be provided should you be selected to attend.

Responsibilities
Clinical Research Associate (CRA) - join our growing team
Are you a recent or upcoming new graduate and looking to jump into a unique career within healthcare? The Clinical Research Associate position at Medpace offers the unique opportunity to have an exciting career in the research of drug and medical device development while making a difference in the lives of those around them. For those with a medical and/or health/life science background who want to explore the research field, travel the US, and be part of a team bringing pharmaceutical and medical devices to market - this could be the right opportunity for you

Our successful Clinical Research Associates possess various backgrounds in medical and other science-related healthcare fields. Backgrounds of individuals who have succeeded in the CRA role include:

• Pharmacy
• Biology
• Biomedical Science
• Chemistry
• Healthcare Administration
• Nursing
• Pharmacology
• Medical/Clinical Laboratory Science
• Life Science

MEDPACE CRA TRAINING/APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM (PACE)
No research experience is needed as Medpace provides comprehensive an initial apprenticeship program and ongoing training, unmatched by other CROs. Through our PACE Training Program, you will join other Professionals Achieving CRA Excellence:

• PACE provides the platform to effectively and confidently carry out your duties, enhance your current abilities and ultimately help you become a high-functioning independent Medpace CRA.
• PACE will prepare you by developing your CRA skills through interactive discussions and hands on job-related exercises and practicums.
• To supplement your in-house and field-based training you may also participate in other clinical research departmental core rotations, learning other aspects of the drug/device development and approval process.

WHY BECOME A CRA
This role takes you on a journey through travel and excitement which will allow you to make a difference on a large scale through the enhancement of pharmaceuticals and medical devices.

The CRA position provides many other distinctive advantages including:

• Dynamic working environment, with varying responsibilities day-to-day
• Expansive experience in multiple therapeutic areas
• Work within a team of therapeutic and regulatory experts
• Defined CRA promotion and growth ladder with potential for mentoring and management advancements
• Competitive pay and many additional perks unmatched by other CROs (SEE BELOW).

WE OFFER THE FOLLOWING:

• Customized training program based on your experience and therapeutic background and interest;
• Annual company bonus
• Annual merit increases;
• Training/apprenticeship program completion and retention bonus;
• Defined Contribution Plan;
• Group term life insurance with insurance premium coverage; Insurance association benefits available
• The opportunity to work from home;
• Flexible work hours across days within a month;
• Laptop, mobile phone with hotspot for internet access anywhere and home office furniture allowance for home-based CRAs;
• Opportunity for leadership positions/career advancement - Lead CRA, CRA Manager, Clinical Trial Manager, Training and Development Manager, etc.;
• User friendly Clinical Trial Management System (CTMS) with electronic submission and approval of monitoring visit reports;
• Ongoing therapeutic training by our in-house physicians who are medical and regulatory experts;
• In-house administrative support for all levels of CRAs;
• Opportunities to work with international team of CRAs; and
• Many additional perks unmatched by other CROs
• Since most studies are global trials, opportunities to collaborate with the global team/vendor and contribute to the success of the clinical trial.
• Opportunities to experience complex study involvement, including oncology, rare disease, phase1 First-in-Human studies. So, CRAs will gain high-level monitoring experience and contribute to society.

Qualifications

• Native level Japanese (JLPT N1) is standard, a minimum English TOEIC score of 500 or equivalent
• Must have a minimum of a bachelor's degree in a health or science related field; Advanced degrees or prior clinical research experience is a plus;
• Able to participate in the whole program;
• Proactively and openly communicate with other participants

Medpace Overview
Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO). We provide Phase I-IV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through its scientific and disciplined approach. We leverage local regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic disease, endocrinology, central nervous system, anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, employing more than 5,900 people across 40+ countries.

Why Medpace?
People. Purpose. Passion. Make a Difference Tomorrow. Join Us Today.

The work we've done over the past 30+ years has positively impacted the lives of countless patients and families who face hundreds of diseases across all key therapeutic areas. The work we do today will improve the lives of people living with illness and disease in the future.

Medpace Perks

• Flexible work environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Competitive PTO packages
• Structured career paths with opportunities for professional growth
• Company-sponsored employee appreciation events
• Employee health and wellness initiatives

Awards

• Recognized by Forbes as one of America's Most Successful Midsize Companies in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024
• Continually recognized with CRO Leadership Awards from Life Science Leader magazine based on expertise, quality, capabilities, reliability, and compatibility

What To Expect Next
A Medpace team member will review your qualifications and, if interested, you will be contacted with details for next steps.