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Fsp - Sr. Cra - Oncology - Florida

3+ years
$120,000 – $133,000
10 Oct. 7, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/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

FSP – Senior Clinical Research Associate (CRA) – Oncology

📍 Location: Florida (Available in 2 locations)
📂 Category: Clinical
🆔 Job ID: 255046
💼 Type: Full-Time, Field-Based (Travel Required)


About the Role

We are seeking experienced Oncology Clinical Research Associates (CRAs) residing in Florida to join our Functional Service Provider (FSP) team.

The Senior CRA I is responsible for site monitoring, site management, and clinical oversight in accordance with Fortrea and/or Sponsor SOPs, ICH-GCP, and regulatory guidelines. This position may also include project leadership, local coordination, and mentorship responsibilities.

You’ll play a key role in ensuring the quality, integrity, and compliance of oncology clinical trials across multiple sites.


Key Responsibilities

🧭 Core Monitoring & Site Management

  • Conduct pre-study, initiation, routine monitoring, and closeout visits per project plans.

  • Maintain study files and liaise with vendors as assigned.

  • Ensure site personnel are adequately trained and equipped to execute study protocols.

  • Verify informed consent procedures and patient safety compliance per regulatory standards.

  • Ensure source data verification (SDV) accuracy and CRF/data integrity.

  • Monitor missing, inconsistent, or implausible data and follow-up for resolution.

  • Maintain audit readiness and support inspection activities at site level.

  • Prepare accurate and timely trip reports.

📋 Project Leadership & Coordination

  • Serve as Lead CRA or Local Project Coordinator (LPC) for assigned protocols.

  • Assist in establishing monitoring plans, reviewing trip reports, and tracking project progress.

  • Manage small-scale projects under direction of a Project Manager/Director.

  • Coordinate local feasibility studies and investigator recruitment as needed.

  • Contribute to protocol development, CRF design, and clinical trial reports.

  • Represent Fortrea at Investigator Meetings, presenting project-related information.

🧩 Quality & Compliance

  • Ensure efficient use of Sponsor/Fortrea resources by adhering to SOPs and travel guidelines.

  • Conduct Quality Control (QC) visits and prepare corresponding reports.

  • Track and follow-up on Serious Adverse Events (SAEs), including narrative preparation and regulatory reporting.

  • Support regulatory submissions, budget negotiations, and contract documentation as assigned.

👥 Mentorship & Collaboration

  • Mentor and train junior CRAs via co-monitoring or coaching sessions.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align on project needs, resources, and timelines.

  • Communicate effectively with investigators, site staff, and internal departments.


Qualifications

🎓 Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or related field (preferred).

  • Certification in a health-related discipline (nursing, medical, laboratory technology) may be accepted.

  • In lieu of education, 3+ years of relevant clinical research experience in pharmaceutical or CRO industries will be considered.

💼 Experience

  • Minimum 3 years of Clinical Monitoring experience (Oncology preferred).

  • Thorough knowledge of ICH-GCP, FDA/EU regulations, and drug development process.

  • Proven ability in:

    • Site monitoring & management

    • SAE reporting & narrative preparation

    • Registry administration

    • Project coordination & leadership

💻 Technical & Soft Skills

  • Strong planning, organization, and prioritization abilities.

  • Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite and electronic data capture (EDC) systems.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English required).

  • Capable of training, mentoring, and supervising junior staff.

  • Effective in matrixed, cross-functional environments.

  • Valid Driver’s License required.

Preferred

  • ≥1 additional year in medical, pharmaceutical, laboratory, or research roles.

  • Prior local project coordination or project management experience.


Work Environment & Travel

  • 🧭 Travel Requirement: 60–80% (Domestic & International)

  • 🏠 Work Setting: Office/Home-based (Field Monitoring)

  • ✈️ Frequent air travel to clinical sites required.


Physical Requirements

  • Frequently stationary (6–8 hrs/day)

  • Regular hand movements (typing, data entry)

  • Occasional bending, twisting, crouching

  • Ability to lift/carry up to 15–20 lbs (luggage, laptop)

  • Consistent attendance and flexibility for varied hours


Compensation

💰 Target Pay Range: $120,000 – $133,000 (based on title & experience)


Why Join Fortrea?

  • Work on cutting-edge oncology trials impacting global patient outcomes.

  • Gain exposure to multi-sponsor, multi-phase clinical research projects.

  • Grow within a global CRO offering career development and leadership pathways.

  • Collaborative, EEO-compliant workplace with diverse opportunities.


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