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Clinical Research Coordinator I, Early Phase Clinical Research

Fortrea
Fortrea
3+ years of experience in a clinical research or related environment (experience may substitute for years
Not Disclosed
Dallas, United States
10 April 21, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Education: Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, pharmacy, or related field preferred; clinical/technical certifications accepted. Skills:

Role Overview

In this role, you will collaborate closely with Project Managers, Principal Investigators, and site teams, acting as the primary point of contact for:

* Study updates
* Issue escalation
* Client requirements

You may also:

* Mentor junior staff
* Support moderately complex clinical studies

Key Responsibilities

Study Start-Up & Planning

* Lead study start-up activities
* Develop study-specific documents, schedules, and procedures
* Review study protocols and provide feedback on:
    * Feasibility
    * Logistics
    * Safety considerations

Study Execution & Coordination

* Coordinate key study events:
    * Check-ins
    * PK (Pharmacokinetic) days
    * Participant check-outs
* Ensure:
    * Participant safety and comfort
    * Protocol adherence

Cross-Functional Collaboration

* Partner with:
    * Operations
    * Pharmacy
    * Laboratory teams
* Ensure:
    * Site readiness
    * Proper resourcing
    * Smooth dosing processes

Meetings & Communication

* Attend and contribute to:
    * Start-Up meetings
    * Planning meetings
    * Site Initiation Visits
* Support client interactions:
    * Visits
    * Calls
    * Audits

Documentation & Compliance

* Maintain accurate study documentation
* Oversee contributions to the eTMF (electronic Trial Master File)
* Identify and document:
    * Protocol deviations
* Support quality improvement initiatives

Additional Duties

* Perform other responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications & Skills

Education & Experience

* Bachelor’s degree in:
    * Life Sciences
    * Pharmacy
    * Related field (preferred)
* OR relevant clinical/technical certifications
* 3+ years of experience in clinical research or related field
    (Experience may substitute for education)

Core Knowledge

* Study protocols
* ICH/GCP guidelines
* Drug development process

Key Skills

* Strong coordination and organizational skills
* Effective communication
* Problem-solving ability
* Team collaboration
* Customer service mindset (preferred)

Work Environment

* Laboratory and/or clinical setting
* Exposure to:
    * Biological fluids
    * Electrical office equipment
* Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
    * Protective eyewear
    * Garments
    * Gloves
* Occasional:
    * Travel
    * Site visits

Physical Requirements

* Ability to:
    * Work seated/upright for 6–8 hours
    * Perform repetitive hand movements
* Occasional:
    * Bending, twisting, crouching
* Lift/carry:
    * Up to 15–20 lbs (e.g., laptop, luggage)
* Comfortable using multiple software systems

Work Style Expectations

You should be comfortable working in an environment that is:

* Fast-paced
    * Strict adherence to study protocols
    * High sensitivity to timelines
* Dynamic
    * Frequently changing priorities
    * Requires quick adaptability
* Team-oriented
    * Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills required
* Technology-driven
    * Electronic data capture systems

Benefits

Eligible employees (20+ hours/week) may receive:

* Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
* Life Insurance & STD/LTD
* 401(K)
* Paid Time Off (PTO)
* Employee Recognition Programs
* Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

Preferred Experience

* Experience coordinating:
    * People
    * Processes
* Customer service background is a plus