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Fortrea
BiotechnologyHealthcarePharmaceuticals
Fortrea is a global clinical research organization serving biopharmaceutical and medical technology companies. Its clinical development services span clinical pharmacology, Phase I–IV study management, regulatory strategy, and market access, combining scientific expertise with data-driven approaches. Fortrea supports programs across areas including cell and gene therapy, oncology, cardiovascular disease, and infectious diseases, helping clients make informed development decisions and advance potential treatments toward patients.
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Clinical Team Lead, Phase I Clinical Trials - Mexico Remote

Lead Phase I clinical trial delivery for Fortrea’s clinical research programs. Oversee clinical strategy, sites, vendors, budgets, risks, and cross-functional project teams in a remote role.

CACanadaMXMexicoUSUnited StatesRemoteFull-timeSeniorEnglish RequiredGeneralTeam Lead
Google Cloud PlatformPMP

Description

  • Deliver high-quality participant care during clinical trials and respond to emergencies in accordance with clinical research standards.
  • Own clinical trial delivery and serve as the Clinical Project Manager on the core project team.
  • Coordinate with the Project Manager and functional leads to deliver trial activities within contractual and budget requirements.
  • Oversee clinical and site management activities and represent clinical delivery in customer interactions.
  • Drive performance against contracted deliverables while meeting customer expectations and sustaining operational excellence.
  • Foster communication and collaboration with clients and project teams across a matrixed, multicultural environment.
  • Set and prioritize clinical project strategy, including scope, timelines, quality, and budget management.
  • Create and present materials for new business opportunities as needed.
  • Manage operations supporting participant recruitment and retention, clinical vendor performance, and monitoring visit strategy.
  • Identify clinical, financial, and quality risks through end-to-end risk management and quality-by-design practices.
  • Apply data sources, dashboards, and risk strategies to support innovation and proactive problem-solving.
  • Maintain project governance and escalation processes, including clinical plans that address identified risks.
  • Manage clinical project budgets, resources, and scope while maintaining financial and budget milestone compliance.
  • Forecast project revenue and control clinical project costs within approved budgets.
  • Lead scope changes and change orders while monitoring KPIs for client-specific performance measures.
  • Lead high-performing clinical project teams and promote effective communication, teamwork, and delivery.
  • Maintain accurate clinical resource forecasts and escalate capacity constraints.
  • Develop and mentor team members and provide performance feedback to line managers.
  • Participate in and oversee regulatory and ethics committee submissions, tracking, and documentation.
  • Support business development through bid defense preparation and meetings.
  • Complete additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • A university or college degree, preferably in life sciences, or certification in a related allied health field such as nursing, medical technology, or laboratory technology from an appropriately accredited institution.
  • Relevant equivalent experience may be considered in place of the stated educational qualification.
  • Fluency in written and spoken English.
  • At least two years of Clinical Team Lead experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience supporting the role’s key responsibilities.
  • Experience in Phase I or first-in-human clinical trials.
  • Working knowledge of ICH Guidelines, Good Clinical Practice, and international regulatory requirements for clinical development programs.
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, Access, and PowerPoint or comparable tools.
  • Experience managing projects in matrixed and virtual environments.
  • Strong communication, planning, and organizational capabilities.
  • Ability to lead by example and encourage team members to develop independent solutions.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities and use available resources effectively.
  • Ability to build teamwork and motivate staff within a matrix organization.
  • Financial acumen and the ability to use financial tracking systems effectively.
  • Ability to work independently and mentor junior project team members.
  • Ability to negotiate and maintain professional client relationships.
  • Ability to present information to employees at all organizational levels.
  • Preferred: Master’s degree or another advanced degree.
  • Preferred: Project Management Professional certification.
  • Preferred: At least two years of CRA experience in an on-site or in-house setting.

Benefits

  • Equal employment opportunity and support for workplace accommodations.
  • Remote or home-based work arrangement.

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