About this role
Job Overview:
The Senior CRA I is responsible for site monitoring and site management. Responsibility for clinical studies according to Fortrea, and/or Sponsor, Standard Operating Procedures, and Regulatory Guidelines. The Senior CRA I assure the implementation of project plans, as assigned. Function as leader for projects of limited scope, as assigned. Assume line management responsibilities, as assigned. Act in the project role of a Local Project Coordinator or Lead CRA as assigned.
Summary of Responsibilities:
Responsible for all aspects of study site monitoring including routine monitoring and closeout of clinical sites, maintenance of study files, conduct of pre-study and initiation visits; liaise with vendors; and other duties, as assigned.
Responsible for all aspects of site management as prescribed in the project plans.
Qualifications (Minimum Required):
University or college degree (life science preferred), or certification in a related allied health profession from an appropriately accredited institution, nursing certification, medical or laboratory technology.
In lieu of the above education requirement, candidates with a minimum of 3 years relevant clinical research experience in pharmaceutical or CRO industries will be considered.
Thorough knowledge of regulatory requirements including a basic understanding of regulatory requirements in other countries.
Thorough understanding of the drug development process.
Fluent in local office language and in English, both written and verbal.
Fortrea may consider relevant and equivalent experience in lieu of educational requirements.
Experience (Minimum Required):
Typically Three (3) years of clinical onsite monitoring experience.
Have a full understanding of Serious Adverse Event (SAE) reporting, process production on reports, narratives and follow up of SAEs.
Advanced site monitoring skills.
Advanced study site management skills.
Advanced registry administration skills.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Valid Driver's License.
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
Travel requirements: 60-80%
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Other facts
About Fortrea
Fortrea (Nasdaq: FTRE) is a leading global clinical research organization (CRO) dedicated to providing innovative clinical development solutions to the life sciences industry. With over 30 years of clinical research experience, Fortrea has evolved from Covance and Labcorp into a pureplay CRO built for biotech, biopharma, medical device and diagnostic innovators.
Fortrea collaborates with both emerging and established companies to deliver agile, fit-for-purpose full service (FSO), functional service (FSP) and hybrid solutions. Fortrea provides comprehensive Phase I-IV clinical trial management, clinical pharmacology, and consulting services, backed by deep experience in more than 20 therapeutic areas.
Operating in approximately 100 countries, our diverse and talented team brings scientific rigor, operational excellence, and a strong investigator site network to every trial. By combining the best of our legacy experience with forward-thinking innovation, Fortrea brings predictability to clinical trial execution and helps transform aspirations into outcomes.
Together, exceptional is possible.
Learn more at Fortrea.com
What you'll do
- The Senior CRA I is responsible for site monitoring and management of clinical studies, ensuring compliance with project plans and regulatory guidelines. This includes conducting routine monitoring, closeout of clinical sites, and liaising with vendors.
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