Job Description

We are looking to hire a Clinical Team Lead (Local Trial Manager) in France. In this position, you will be fully dedicated to a single sponsor. This position is open for full-time candidates.

Responsibilities/

• Provide end-to-end operational oversight for the assigned study(ies), including CRO/vendor and site performance.
• Lead cross-functional study team meetings and act as key escalation point for site-level issues.
• Monitor overall study progress, timelines, and quality metrics; implement mitigation plans as needed.
• Drive proactive risk identification and resolution, aligning with RBQM principles.
• Ensure inspection-readiness through quality oversight of TMF, monitoring reports, and issue management.
• Partner with data management, medical, and safety teams to ensure clean, timely data delivery.

Education, Skills and Other Requirements:

• University/college degree (life science preferred), or certification in a related allied health profession
• Previous experience in clinical research in pharmaceutical or CRO industries
• Previous experience in managing trials preferred
• Deep understanding of local regulatory environment
• Strong understanding of clinical trial planning, management and metrics is important as well as the ability to focus on multiple deliverables and protocols at a time

Experience (Minimum Required):

• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant clinical research experience in a pharmaceutical company/CRO.
• In lieu of the above requirements, candidates with greater than four (4) years supervisory experience in a health care setting of which two (2) years clinical research experience (including monitoring) in the pharmaceutical or CRO industries will be considered.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to set clear expectations for junior staff on projects.
• Ability to resolve project-related problems and prioritizes workload for self and team.

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.

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