Clinical Research Coordinator - In House Clinical Research Associate I

As a leading global contract research organization (CRO) with a passion for scientific rigor and decades of clinical development experience, Fortrea provides pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device customers a wide range of clinical development, patient access and technology solutions across more than 20 therapeutic areas. With over 19,000 staff conducting operations in more than 90 countries, Fortrea is transforming drug and device development for partners and patients across the globe.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• To serve as contact for project team and investigative sites, conduct site contacts and document contacts for assigned sites as required per study guidelines, including creating contact reports for each telephone session (outbound or inbound) with sites.
• To monitor site performance and implement action plans for sites not meeting expectations, in conjunction with the CRA.
• To assist CRAs with preparation for site visits (i.e., running reports, QC of files (checking for missing documents), resolving action items from previous visits).
  
  
  

To perform Case Report Form review, query generation and resolution against established data review guidelines, once successful completion of sign off, on Fortrea or client data management systems, as assigned by management.

• To assist with the coordination of study visits and shipment of drug, ancillary supplies, and laboratory kits/samples.
• To manage sites to ensure subjects are complying with protocol requirements, study visits, and timelines.
• To liaise with the project team and others to distribute and track clinical trial supplies, e.g., Case Report Forms, study medication, lab kits, ensuring that sites have sufficient supplies to continue recruitment.
• To liaise with Study Start-up and assume maintenance activities after Site Activation. Maintenance responsibilities including but not limited to revision of FDA form 1572 or equivalent, medical license expiration, CV (if applicable), Laboratory Certificate expiration, Protocol Signature Page collection, Investigators Brochure acknowledgement of receipt, Institutional Review Board submission/Approval for Annual Renewals and PI Changes.
• To proactively work with sites and project teams to ensure maintenance activities (including Amendments, revised documents, etc.) are completed for assigned sites as applicable in region.
• To demonstrate an understanding of the purpose of CTMS, how to use it, and how to navigate within the different sections. To enter weekly details in CTMS or as per study requirement.
• To liaise with the CTA to assist the Project Team in the production of Status Reports.
• To work in a timely manner in accordance with all the activities specified in the agreed study budget, under the supervision and guidance of the Clinical Team Leader (CTL) and Project Manager.
• To assist in submissions and notifications to Ethics Committees and Regulatory Authorities as applicable in region
  
  
  

Qualifications (Minimum Required):

• University/college degree (life science preferred), or certification in a related allied health profession from an appropriately accredited institution (e.g., nursing certification, medical or laboratory technology)
• In lieu of the above requirement, candidates with 2-3 or more years of relevant clinical research experience in pharmaceutical or CRO industries may be considered. Experience (Minimum Required):
• At least one year of experience in a related field, (e.g., medical, clinical, pharmaceutical, laboratory research, data analysis, data management or technical writing). One year of clinical research is preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience to successfully perform key responsibilities. Basic understanding of biology and biological processes
• Ability to monitor study sites according to protocol monitoring guidelines, SOPs, ICH Guidelines and GCP.
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Good communication skills, oral and written.
• Exhibit general computer literacy.
• Works efficiently and effectively in a matrix environment
• Fluent in local official language and in English, both written and verbal.
  
  
  

Fortrea is actively seeking motivated problem-solvers and creative thinkers who share our passion for overcoming barriers in clinical trials. Our unwavering commitment is to revolutionize the development process, ensuring the swift delivery of life-changing ideas and therapies to patients in need. Join our exceptional team and embrace a collaborative workspace where personal growth is nurtured, enabling you to make a meaningful global impact. For more information about Fortrea, visit www.fortrea.com.

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