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.

Remote (UK), with hybrid options near Leeds.

Full time, Permanent.

Join our Clinical Pharmacology Services (CPS) at Fortrea as an Associate Project Coordinator to provide essential support to Clinical Project Managers on early-phase clinical trials (in ph I-Ib).

You´ll play a key role in managing the operations of our clinical studies and ensuring project milestones are met. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to advancements in life-changing  medicines as you grow professionally in a dynamic environment where learning is part of our culture.

WHO YOU ARE

• Education: Degree in life sciences.

• Experience: You´ve gained some hands-on experience in clinical trials, either through:

• University/ Hospital Clinical Research Units (e.g. as Study Coordinator, Research Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, or Lab Technician)
• Work as Document Specialist with experience in eTMF systems.

We expect you to bring familiarity with:

• ICH-GCP,
• Study Protocols and Manuals: you know how to read them, understand their goals and how they translate into operational demands,
• Working with Ethics Committee´s Submissions and the MHRA regulations.

ON A NORMAL DAY, YOU WILL…

Support our Project Managers ensuring study deliverables and milestones are met. You´ll serve as the connection between various teams, helping to align their work with sponsor objectives and monitoring the progress of studies. Key responsibilities include:

• Support with the development of study specific documents and tools (e.g., Project Management Plan, Start-up Plan, Communication Plan, Patient enrolment log…) and distribute them to the study team and/or sponsor.
• Set up and maintaining project-specific training structures, ensuring the team complies with training requirements and keep the training matrix updated.
• Set up, management updating the CTMS/eTMF, performing quality checks and reviews.
• Assist in project setup activities, including study ID request, SAS Environment Setup, Veeva setup, Study-specific Distribution Lists, etc.)
• Attend and assist in the organization of study-related meetings, distributing meeting agendas; taking meeting minutes, updating Project Logs, Risk Registers, and study team contact lists.

WHY CHOOSE FORTREA?

With this Early Clinical team, every day, you'll witness groundbreaking research in action. The knowledge and skills you´ll develop will serve as a launchpad for your career. You´ll gain exposure to diverse therapeutic areas and study designs, ensuring no two days are the same.

This job offers significant career progression opportunities with time. As you gain experience, you´ll take on more international responsibilities, collaborate with more diverse teams and expand your understanding of Clinical Research. You´ll also have the change to work alongside subject matter experts (SMEs) and develop the skills to thrive in the field.

And have fun while doing all that!

READY TO APPLY?

If you´re ready to embark on a rewarding career that combines science, project management and the opportunity to advance medicine, join us today. Apply now and become part of an extraordinary journey.

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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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