Clinical Operations Manager, Laboratory

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 ~100 countries, Fortrea is transforming drug and device development for partners and patients across the globe.

Job Overview:

Responsible for management, administration, organization and conduct of the Laboratory/Sample Processing Department. Provides leadership, training, coaching and mentoring of clinical operations staff.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Directly or indirectly supervise clinical operations technical and professional staff.
• Ensure that all work is carried out in strict adherence with relevant protocols, SOP's, and in compliance with ICH/GCP guidelines.
• Ensure that Operations staff is trained and compliant with SOP's and Skills checks. Ensure that all training files are up to date and complete in accordance with SOPs and ICH/GCP.
• Ensure that the scientific and medical standards provided are met.
• All other duties as needed or assigned.

Qualifications (Minimum Required):

• BS in science or medical field preferred.
• Fortrea may consider relevant and equivalent experience in lieu of educational requirements.

Experience (Minimum Required):

• 3-4 years laboratory/sample management experience. Supervisory experience or proven leadership responsibilities in clinical research coordination/management.
• Additional experience may be substituted for education requirements.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• Mandatory immunizations and screening as required.
• Handling of biologically hazardous and radiolabeled material is necessary.
• Must be able to see (distinguish colors) and hear to meet, if necessary, the job requirements.
• Must have excellent command of the English language, both oral and written.
• Must be able to use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects, tools or controls, including a computer keyboard, for up to 6 hours per day.
• Must be able to stand and/or bend for up to 6 hours per day.
• Overtime and weekend work as required.
• Travel Requirements: less than 5% of the time for potential cross-site support needs or external training needs.

Pay Range:80-90k USD

Benefits: All job offers will bebased 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), ESPP, Paid time off (PTO) or Flexible time off (FTO), Company bonus where applicable. For more detailed information, please click here. Application Deadline: January 17, 2025

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.

Fortrea is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

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