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Clinical Research Associate Ii

Fortrea
Fortrea
2+ years
: $100,000 – $113,000 annually
Dallas, Remote, USA, Remote
10 Feb. 14, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Job Title: Clinical Research Associate II (CRA II) – Phase I | Dallas, Texas

Location: Dallas, Texas, United States (Must reside in the Dallas area)
Job Category: Clinical Research / Clinical Operations
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience Required: Minimum 2+ years of clinical monitoring experience
Compensation: Target Pay Range: $100,000 – $113,000 annually
Application Status: Open – Applications accepted on an ongoing basis

About the Organization

Join Fortrea, a leading global Contract Research Organization (CRO) delivering end-to-end clinical development and technology solutions across more than 20 therapeutic areas. Operating in approximately 100 countries, Fortrea partners with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies to accelerate drug and device development through scientific rigor and operational excellence.

The Clinical Pharmacology Team is currently hiring an experienced Clinical Research Associate II (CRA II) with Phase I experience to support early-phase clinical trials in Dallas, Texas.

Position Overview

The Clinical Research Associate II (CRA II) will independently manage and monitor Phase I clinical trial sites, ensuring compliance with protocol, regulatory requirements, ICH-GCP guidelines, and sponsor expectations. This role requires strong site management expertise, data integrity oversight, and the ability to respond appropriately to clinical research-related emergencies.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, adaptable in fast-paced research environments, and experienced in early-phase clinical monitoring.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform all aspects of clinical site monitoring, including pre-study visits, site initiation visits (SIV), routine monitoring visits (RMV), and close-out visits (COV)

  • Oversee study site management in alignment with project plans and timelines

  • Ensure site staff are appropriately trained and equipped to conduct study protocols

  • Verify informed consent processes and ensure subject safety in accordance with regulatory standards

  • Review source documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness of Case Report Forms (CRFs) and other data collection tools

  • Identify, generate, and resolve data queries within sponsor or internal data management systems

  • Monitor for missing, inconsistent, or implausible data and ensure timely resolution

  • Manage Serious Adverse Event (SAE) reporting, including narrative preparation and follow-up activities

  • Conduct registry management activities and feasibility assessments as required

  • Liaise with vendors and cross-functional stakeholders

  • Assist with co-monitoring and training of new CRAs

  • Serve as Local Project Coordinator for designated clinical projects, acting as a local client contact when assigned

  • Maintain study files and documentation in accordance with regulatory and sponsor requirements

Required Qualifications

  • University or college degree in life sciences, healthcare, or related field; or certification in an allied health profession (e.g., nursing licensure) from an accredited institution

  • Minimum 2+ years of independent clinical monitoring experience

  • Experience monitoring Phase I clinical trials preferred

  • Comfortable conducting 10–12 days on-site (DOS) per month

  • Must reside in or near Dallas, Texas

  • Strong knowledge of ICH-GCP, FDA regulations, and clinical trial processes

Preferred Skills

  • Experience in early-phase or clinical pharmacology studies

  • Strong organizational and time management skills

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a compliance-driven environment

  • Proficiency in electronic data capture (EDC) systems and remote monitoring tools

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Work Environment Expectations

  • Fast-paced, compliance-focused clinical research setting

  • Strict adherence to study protocols and regulatory requirements

  • Frequently shifting priorities requiring adaptability

  • Technology-driven environment utilizing electronic data systems

  • High collaboration across cross-functional clinical teams

Compensation and Benefits

Employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits, including:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

  • Life Insurance and Short-Term/Long-Term Disability coverage

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

  • Paid Time Off (PTO) – Flex Plan

  • Employee Recognition Programs

  • Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

Why Join Fortrea

Fortrea is committed to advancing clinical research through its FOUR values: Forward Together, Own It, Uphold Integrity, and Respect People. As a CRA II within the Clinical Pharmacology Team, you will play a critical role in Phase I drug development—ensuring participant safety, data integrity, and regulatory compliance at the earliest and most foundational stage of clinical research.

This opportunity offers career progression within global clinical operations while contributing to the development of innovative therapies that impact patients worldwide.

Apply now through ThePharmaDaily.com to advance your clinical research career in Phase I studies.