Site Start‑Up, Clinical Trial Assistant
At Fortrea, we are passionate about advancing clinical research and improving patients’ lives worldwide. We are currently looking for a Site Start‑Up, Clinical Trial Assistant to join our team in a client‑dedicated model, supporting global clinical trials from set‑up through activation.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their clinical research career who wants to gain hands‑on experience in site start‑up and work closely with experienced professionals in a fast‑paced CRO environment.
Key responsibilities
Support delivery of site start‑up activities within agreed timelines
Contribute to start‑up documentation and trial‑related plans
Prepare reports, meeting minutes, presentation slides, and trackers
Manage document filing, tracking, and study‑related issue logs
Support escalations and communication with SSU/SB&C Managers
Act as a knowledgeable user of relevant systems and processes
Maintain training records and participate in process‑improvement initiatives
What we’re looking for
Bachelor’s degree
1 year of experience in CRO, sponsor, vendor, or site/coordinator environment
Strong MS Office skills (Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint)
Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and take ownership of tasks
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment with competing priorities
Why join Fortrea
At Fortrea, you’ll be part of a collaborative and supportive team with clear development opportunities. You’ll gain exposure to global clinical trials, work in a structured environment with defined processes, and build a strong foundation for a long‑term career in clinical research, all while working on a client‑dedicated program that offers stability and deeper study exposure.
Learn more about our EEO & Accommodations request here.
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This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their clinical research career who wants to gain hands‑on experience in site start‑up and work closely with experienced professionals in a fast‑paced CRO environment.
Key responsibilities
Support delivery of site start‑up activities within agreed timelines
Contribute to start‑up documentation and trial‑related plans
Prepare reports, meeting minutes, presentation slides, and trackers
Manage document filing, tracking, and study‑related issue logs
Support escalations and communication with SSU/SB&C Managers
Act as a knowledgeable user of relevant systems and processes
Maintain training records and participate in process‑improvement initiatives
What we’re looking for
Bachelor’s degree
1 year of experience in CRO, sponsor, vendor, or site/coordinator environment
Strong MS Office skills (Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint)
Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and take ownership of tasks
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment with competing priorities
Why join Fortrea
At Fortrea, you’ll be part of a collaborative and supportive team with clear development opportunities. You’ll gain exposure to global clinical trials, work in a structured environment with defined processes, and build a strong foundation for a long‑term career in clinical research, all while working on a client‑dedicated program that offers stability and deeper study exposure.
Learn more about our EEO & Accommodations request here.
Apply To This Job