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.

Job Overview:
Assist with the overall Clinical Safety and/or departmental operations associated with products including the entire adverse events process: which may include safety data collected from clinical trials and/or post marketing setting (i.e., unsolicited reports). Ensure that for assigned projects, expeditable adverse events reporting is completed to the required standard and submitted to client and regulatory agencies (if required) within the agreed/stated timelines. It is the responsibility of the post holder to provide all clients, both internal and external, with the appropriate quality of service in a safe and cost-effective manner.

Summary of Responsibilities:
• Oversee the receipt and processing of all adverse event reports reported either spontaneously from any source or from a clinical trial for assigned projects.
• Ensure compliant safety reporting in accordance with international reporting regulations, SOPs, and safety processing guidelines, for assigned projects.
• Maintain a strong understanding of Fortrea ’s safety database conventions or client-specific database conventions, as appropriate.
• Supports preparation of pharmacovigilance reports for products and safety issues, including Individual Case Summary Reports (ICSRs) of Serious Adverse Events (SAEs), Annual IND reports, Development Safety Update Report (DSUR) Periodic Safety Reports (PSRs) line listings, and aggregate reports.
• Actively participate in and demonstrate leadership on projects which enhance team and/or division performance. This will include acting as safety lead for projects at global or regional level, ensuring communication and process harmonization.
• Work with internal or external partners for reconciliation of safety databases, if appropriate.
• May support workflow monitoring for assigned studies/programs to ensure deadlines are met.

• Draft/modify and deliver safety presentations as required, to external and internal stakeholders.
• Maintains a comprehensive understanding of Fortrea departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions (WI), guidance documents and directives associated with safety management, reporting, and pharmacovigilance.
• Possess knowledge of other procedural documents, e.g., SOPs, etc. that impact department.
• Assist in the development of departmental Work Instructions (WI) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), as appropriate.
• Ensure compliant safety reporting in accordance with US and international regulatory reporting requirements, SOPs and safety processing guidelines set forth by departmental management team and the client.
• Participate in the generation of monthly status and other project-specific reports ensuring the quality and accuracy of metrics/data are provided.
• Build and maintain good departmental relationships across functional units.
• Engage in preparation of Safety Management Plans (SMPs), Reconciliation Plans and other safety specific plans under supervision.
• Engage in preparation of study specific job aids, instructions, trainings, and templates.
• Support systems set up during study start up and ongoing maintenance.
• Engage in taking decisions regarding adverse event reporting within the guidelines of each assigned project.
• Assist departmental management/safety leads with project financial management and identifying out of scope work.
• Engage in project specific functional management for assigned projects (access requests, training assignment etc.).
• Assist in TMF management activities as required.
• Actively participate in project team and client meetings and liaise with clients, where appropriate.
• Prepare and/or participate in internal, client or regulatory audits, and support other functional safety leads in audit preparation.
• Assist with the provision of data to Safety Committees/DSMBs.
• Demonstrate role-specific competencies on a consistent basis.
• Demonstrate company values on a consistent basis.
• And all other duties as needed or assigned.

Experience (Minimum Required): 
• Strong verbal, written and presentation skills.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• High degree of accuracy with attention to detail.
• Functions as a team player.
• Ability to present and share useful business information across departments and functions.
• Ability to anticipate and identify problems and inform supervisor, support in taking  appropriate action to correct.
• Knowledge of medical and drug terminology.
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) related to clinical safety documentation.
• Knowledge of ICH Guidelines.
• Knowledge of Medical Device reporting desirable.
• Knowledge of worldwide regulatory requirements and reporting of adverse event for investigational products.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of industry and R&D processes and objectives.
• Strong skills using MS office required.

Qualifications (Minimum Required):
• Non-degree + 5 years Safety experience
• Associate’s degree + 3-4 years Safety experience
• BS/BA + 3 years Safety experience
• MS/MA + 2-3 years Safety experience* or 2 years relevant experience
 

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.

Fortrea is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

As an EOE/AA employer, Fortrea strives for diversity and inclusion in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications of the individual and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy or other medical conditions/needs), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. We encourage all to apply.

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