[Hiring] Site Start-Up, Clinical Trial Assistant @Fortrea

Role Description

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.

• 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

Qualifications

• 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

Benefits

• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Clear development opportunities
• Exposure to global clinical trials
• Structured environment with defined processes
• Strong foundation for a long‑term career in clinical research
• Client‑dedicated program that offers stability and deeper study exposure