Associate Clinical Data Manager - Early Phase (full home-based or partially office-based anywhere in UK)

LEE Fortrea Clinical Research Unit Limited
4 months ago
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As a leading global contract research organization (CRO) with a passion for scientific rigor and decades of clinical development experience, Fortrea provides pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device customers a wide range of clinical development, patient access, and technology solutions across more than 20 therapeutic areas. Conducting operations in more than 90 countries, Fortrea is transforming drug and device development for partners and patients across the globe.

Do you have experience leading data management activities across early phase studies? Are you looking for anew challengein an environment where you be closelysupportedby your Manager, peers and Senior Leaders in your team? Perhaps you are seeking to gain further experience in new therapeutic areas.

Join our growing team and discover your extraordinary potential by working as an Associate Clinical Data Manager within our Early Phase team. 

What you can expect from us

Office based or home based anywhere in UK Rewarding and meaningful work in an established, diverse, highly profitable and respected global company Highly competitive compensation packages, including various local benefits such as pension contributions, complimentary health insurance plans, remote working allowances etc. A genuine work life balance Flexibility in working hours A thorough onboarding with support from your personal mentor A permanent employment contract with Fortrea Drug Development and a rewarding career progression

Your responsibilities

Assist and lead operations team alongside Senior CDM, develop project documentation, system setup, data validation processes and procedures assigned to junior staff.  Work with Senior CDM to build study milestone timelines and be able to read and follow study timelines for on-time deliverables. Assist or lead internal and external DM meetings. Responsible for proactive risk management and issue resolution/escalation connected to Clinical Data Management improvement or technology Develops an understanding of CDASH and SDTM or other recognized industry standards and impact to programming team to ensure consistency of program level standards. Specialist in TA specific data capture and standards, conducts lessons learned and disseminate across the organization as appropriate May act as a team leaders or mentor Clinical Data Management colleagues and any stakeholder with operational processes used in studies and projects. Demonstrates willingness to take on and lead any project level activity consistent with current or experience in support of study delivery

Your profile

University/college degree (life science, pharmacy or related subject preferred), or certification in a related allied health profession from an appropriately accredited institution (e.g., nursing certification, medical or laboratory technology). Additional relevant work experience will be considered in lieu of formal qualifications. Experience in clinical data management as a Lead DM or Senior CDA or similar within early phase trials at CRO/pharma level. Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills. In depth knowledge of clinical trial process and data management, clinical operations, biometrics, quality management, and systems applications to support operations. Working knowledge of the relationship and regulatory obligation of the CRO industry with pharmaceutical / biotechnological companies.

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.

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