Job Description

FSP Clinical Scientist III / Medical Science Liaison – US Remote based

Fortrea is hiring a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) – FSP to provide ongoing in-depth analysis and scientific input into development and execution of protocols and clinical development plans by working with the medical/scientific/regulatory team to creatively solve a wide range of medical/scientific/clinical/regulatory problems.

Key / Core Responsibilities

• You will serve as a resource for the Medical Monitor by tracking and reviewing ongoing study specific safety data (e.g., adverse events, vitals, ECGs, and safety lab results) to identify safety trends.
• You will act as a liaison between the Medical Monitor in all communications between study sites, Fortrea project staff and Sponsors regarding protocol or other study-related questions, including documenting, tracking, and follow-up on all issues.
• You will review and evaluate CPS proposals and provide clinical and scientific support, as needed. This includes drafting study outlines/designs and providing guidance on early clinical development strategies.
• You will provide ongoing in-depth analysis and scientific input into development and execution of protocols and clinical development plans.
• You will work with the medical/scientific/regulatory team to creatively solve a wide range of medical/scientific/clinical/regulatory problems.
• You will establish and maintain close affiliations with the Fortrea and larger scientific community.
• You will provide scientific and logistical rationale/input for including biomarkers or other lab markers in Proof-of-Concept (POC) studies.
• You will attend Kick-off Meetings and SIVs/Investigator Meetings. Supports training in key medical/scientific areas.
• You will attend Team Meetings. Ensure that any medical/safety issues discussed at the meeting are resolved by the medical monitor in a timely manner.
• You will support CPS Medical Monitors in tracking and documenting any Inclusion/Exclusion criteria or protocol-related questions and answers.
• And perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree required
• Prior hands-on experience as licensed physician (MD) in clinical practice
• (Preferred) 2+ years prior hands-on experience as a licensed physician in clinical practice
• TA-specific experience in Hereditary Angioedema (HAE) is required
• Progressive responsibility within CRO or Sponsor environment
• Knowledge of GCPs and regulatory agency guidelines.
• Ability to conduct limited review of related literature and references to obtain the required information and subsequently apply it.
• Skilled in data interpretation.
• Speaking/Writing/Reading: English
• Minimum 10+ years pharmaceutical and clinical research experience, including at least 5+ years in a medical monitoring/medical data review role

Heavy travel required throughout the year for this position.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The company does not provide visa sponsorship now or in the future for this position.

Pay Range: USD $130,000-$190,000 / annually

Benefits: All job offers will be based on a candidate’s skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data. Regular, full-time or part-time employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(K), Paid time off (PTO) or Flexible time off (FTO), Company bonus where applicable.

Application Deadline: 09/28/26

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