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Fortrea's FSP team is hiring a Clinical Trial Coordinator- Regulatory - Remote US
Job Overview:
We are seeking a Clinical Trial Coordinator – Regulatory to serve as contact for project team and investigative sites, conduct site contacts and document contacts for assigned sites as required per study guidelines, including creating contact reports for each telephone session (outbound or inbound) with sites.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as contact for project team and investigative sites, conduct site contacts and document contacts for assigned sites as required per study guidelines, including creating contact reports for each telephone session (outbound or inbound) with sites.
- Monitor site performance and implement action plans for sites not meeting expectations, in conjunction with the CRA.
- Assist CRAs with preparation for site visits (i.e. running reports, QC of files (checking for missing documents), resolving action items from previous visits).
- Perform Case Report Form review, query generation and resolution against established data review guidelines, under direct supervision on Fortrea or client data management systems, as assigned by management.
- Assist with the coordination of study visits and shipment of drug, ancillary supplies and laboratory kits/samples.
- Manage sites to ensure subjects are complying with protocol requirements, study visits, and timelines.
- Liaise with the project team and others to distribute and track clinical trial supplies, e.g. Case Report Forms, study medication, lab kits, ensuring that sites have sufficient supplies to continue recruitment.
- Proactively work with sites and project teams to ensure maintenance activities (including Amendments, revised documents, etc.) are completed for assigned sites as applicable in region.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the purpose of CTMS, how to use it, and how to navigate within the different sections. To enter weekly details in CTMS or as per study requirement.
- Assist in submissions and notifications to Ethics Committees and Regulatory Authorities as applicable in region.
- Facilitate translation and back translation of all necessary documents as appropriate for local country requirements and as needed regionally.
- Attend, as needed, meetings (investigator, sponsor, kick-off, face-to-face) and to present at the meetings.
Requirements:
- At least one year of experience in a related field, (e.g. medical, clinical, pharmaceutical, laboratory research, data analysis, data management or technical writing).
- 1-2 years of clinical research is required.
- Basic understanding of biology and biological processes
- Ability to monitor study sites according to protocol monitoring guidelines, SOPs, ICH Guidelines and GCP.
- Good organizational and time management skills
- Good communication skills, oral and written
- Exhibits general computer literacy
- Works efficiently and effectively in a matrix environment
Qualifications (Minimum Required):
- University/College degree (life science preferred), or certification in a related allied health profession from an appropriate accredited institution (e.g., nursing certification, medical or laboratory technology).
- Fortrea may consider relevant and equivalent experience in lieu of educational requirements.
Physical Requiremen ts:
- Ability to sit for extended periods and operate a vehicle safely.
- Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.
- Occasional crouching, stooping, with frequent bending and twisting of upper body and neck.
- Ability to access and use a variety of computer software developed both in-house and off-the-shelf.
- Light to moderate lifting and carrying (or otherwise moves) objects including luggage and laptop computer with a maximum lift of 15-20 lbs.
- Regular and consistent attendance.
- Varied hours may be required.
- Target Pay Range: $65-75K
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical trial lead jobs.
- Bachelor's or advanced degree in life sciences, nursing, or a related clinical field
- Five or more years of clinical trial management experience across multiple phases
- Direct CRO oversight and vendor management across a full trial lifecycle
- Working knowledge of ICH E6 R2 GCP guidelines and regulatory submission requirements
- Proficiency with clinical trial management systems such as Veeva Vault or Medidata Rave
- Experience authoring or reviewing protocols, monitoring plans, and CSRs
Tips for Your Clinical Trial Lead Job Search
Tailor your resume to trial phases
Hiring managers want to see which trial phases you have led, not just participated in. Break out Phase I, II, and III experience separately and name the therapeutic area for each, so reviewers can match you to their pipeline immediately.
Highlight cross-functional oversight experience
Clinical trial leads are accountable for vendors, CROs, and internal teams simultaneously. Your resume should name the specific functions you have overseen, such as biostatistics, data management, and medical affairs, not just list 'cross-functional collaboration.'
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists clinical trial lead openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Get ICH E6 R2 fluency on paper
Many job descriptions require demonstrated knowledge of ICH E6 R2 Good Clinical Practice. If you have led audits, trained site staff, or authored SOPs referencing these guidelines, call that out explicitly on your resume rather than burying it under a generic GCP bullet.
Prepare a protocol deviation case study
Interviewers frequently ask how you have managed a protocol deviation or serious adverse event escalation. Build a concise example that covers what happened, what your decision was, and how the outcome affected the trial timeline or data integrity.
Negotiate start date around site activation
If you are juggling a trial close-out at your current role, be direct with hiring managers about site activation timelines. Sponsors generally respect clinical operations realities, and framing your availability around trial commitments signals operational maturity.
Clinical Trial Lead Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most clinical trial leads?
The most active employers for clinical trial leads right now are Medpace, サイネオス・ヘルス, and IQVIA, and the most openings are in North Carolina, Ohio, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Large pharmaceutical sponsors, mid-size biotech firms, and global CROs typically post the highest volume of openings.
How many clinical trial lead jobs are remote?
About 44% of clinical trial lead openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the shift toward decentralized trial models. Roles focused on operational oversight, data review, and CRO management tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while positions requiring frequent sponsor site or investigator site presence are more likely to be on-site or hybrid.
How do you become a clinical trial lead?
Start with a clinical research associate or coordinator role to build direct site monitoring and GCP experience. Progress by taking on cross-functional responsibilities such as vendor management or protocol development, and earn a certification such as ACRP's CCRC or CCRP to validate your credentials. Most clinical trial leads reach the role after managing at least one full study lifecycle independently, so seek out opportunities to own a trial from startup through close-out.
Can you get a clinical trial lead job with little experience?
Moving directly into a clinical trial lead role with no prior trial management experience is uncommon, but you can position yourself competitively by demonstrating deep ownership in a narrower scope. CRAs who have managed a site network independently, or coordinators who have authored regulatory documents and trained site staff, often make the transition successfully by emphasizing the breadth of their decision-making rather than their title.
What does the clinical trial lead interview process look like?
Most employers run a phone or video screen with a recruiter first, followed by a technical interview with a clinical operations director or therapeutic area lead who will probe your trial management approach and GCP knowledge. Final rounds typically include a panel with cross-functional stakeholders such as biostatistics, regulatory affairs, and medical affairs, and candidates are frequently asked to walk through a past protocol deviation or enrollment challenge in detail.
Where can I find and apply to clinical trial lead jobs?
You can find and apply to clinical trial lead jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your therapeutic area and phase experience, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background.
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