Site Study Start-Up Lead - UK/ROI (Remote)

About the Role

Fortrea is seeking an experienced Study Start-Up Lead to join a team dedicated to sponsors. This role focuses on leading study start-up activities, collaborating with international teams, leveraging data-driven decisions, and enabling efficient clinical trial progression.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support teams managing site activation across global clinical trial programs.
• Collaborate closely with Clinical Operations colleagues to enhance study start-up efficiency and timelines.
• Utilize data analytics, forecasting methodologies, and industry knowledge to aid in project planning and strategic decision-making.
• Create country-specific Informed Consent Forms (ICFs) adhering to local regulations based on approved templates.
• Identify and implement process improvements to streamline study start-up operations.
• Monitor the progress of studies, proactively address delays, and escalate issues as necessary.
• Provide mentorship and leadership to study start-up team members.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure sites are prepared to enroll participants promptly.
• Serve as the primary contact for study start-up challenges, facilitating effective solutions.

Candidate Profile

• Possess a Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in clinical operations, study start-up, project management, or trial optimization.
• At least 2 years of direct experience managing site activation and study start-up within a CRO or pharmaceutical setting.
• Proficient in developing country-level Informed Consent Forms (ICFs).
• Strong analytical capabilities with experience using data tools, forecasting, and performance metrics.
• Effective at interpreting complex information and communicating clearly across diverse audiences.
• Comprehensive understanding of key factors influencing successful study start-up and site activation.
• Experience working in a global clinical research environment is highly preferred.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.

Why Work at Fortrea?

• Join a global team committed to advancing patient outcomes through clinical research.
• Collaborate in a supportive environment that values your input and ideas.
• Play a significant role in the success of multinational clinical trials, expediting new treatments to patients.
• Take charge of impactful projects and drive continual process improvements worldwide.
• Benefit from professional development and career growth opportunities within a leading CRO.