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Start Up Specialist, Fsp

Fortrea
Fortrea
2+ years
$67,000-70,000K USD
India
10 April 21, 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

Job Overview

The SSU Specialist serves as the primary point of contact for investigative sites during site start-up and maintenance activities.

Key responsibilities include:

* Collecting and managing essential regulatory and investigator documents
* Ensuring timely submissions to EC/IRB/Regulatory Authorities
* Maintaining compliance with ICH/GCP guidelines and local regulations
* Supporting site activation and readiness

The role also involves:

* Interacting with regulatory bodies
* Acting as a regional subject matter expert
* Mentoring junior team members

Key Responsibilities

1. Regulatory & Submission Management

* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of:
    * Regulatory legislation
    * Guidelines and practices in assigned countries
* Prepare and submit documentation to:
    * EC/IRB/IEC
    * Regulatory Authorities
* Compile and manage submissions such as:
    * INDs (Investigational New Drug applications)
    * CTAs (Clinical Trial Applications)
* Review and finalize submission documents
* Liaise with regulatory authorities for approvals and clarifications

2. Site Start-Up & Activation

* Act as primary contact for investigative sites
* Collect, track, and review essential documents
* Ensure:
    * Timely document submission
    * Compliance with regulatory requirements
* Perform quality checks, formatting, and compilation of documents
* Support site activation and maintenance activities

3. Cross-Functional Coordination

* Collaborate with:
    * Internal teams
    * External vendors
* Support generation of regulatory submissions
* Participate in:
    * Project meetings
    * Team discussions

4. Compliance & Quality Assurance

* Ensure all activities are:
    * On track
    * Within budget
    * Aligned with client expectations
* Maintain compliance with:
    * ICH/GCP guidelines
    * SOPs
    * Regulatory requirements
* Keep systems updated and audit-ready at all times

5. Risk Management & Escalation

* Identify and prevent potential study issues
* Escalate risks and delays in a timely manner
* Notify Submission Leads of:
    * Risks to deliverables
    * Out-of-scope work or budget overrun

6. Country-Specific Responsibilities

* Customize and review:
    * Patient Informed Consent Forms (ICFs)
* Ensure compliance with:
    * Local regulations
    * Study protocols
* Assist with:
    * Site contract and budget negotiation (if applicable)
* Provide:
    * Accurate timelines and projections
    * Strategic input for site activation

7. Systems & Documentation

* Upload and manage documents in systems such as:
    * CTIS (Clinical Trials Information System)
* Monitor:
    * Notifications
    * Milestones
* Ensure all deadlines are met

8. Mentorship & Support

* Act as a knowledge resource
* Mentor and train:
    * New hires
    * Junior team members

9. Additional Duties

* Perform other tasks as assigned by management

Qualifications

Education

* Bachelor’s degree in:
    * Life Sciences (preferred)
    * OR related healthcare field
* OR relevant certifications (e.g., nursing, lab technology)

Alternative:

* High School Diploma + 2 years of relevant clinical research experience

Experience

* Minimum:
    * 2 years in clinical research or regulatory/start-up process
* Required:
    * Experience with Canadian sites
    * Strong negotiation experience (Canada & US sites)

Knowledge & Skills

* Strong understanding of:
    * ICH guidelines
    * Regulatory Authorities (RA)
    * IRB/IEC processes
* Familiarity with:
    * Site start-up documents
    * Contract and budget negotiations
* Ability to:
    * Interpret and explain research protocols
    * Communicate effectively with stakeholders

Work Environment

* General office / remote setup
* Standard working conditions

Compensation

* Salary Range: $67,000 – $70,000 USD

Key Competencies

* Attention to detail
* Time management
* Communication & stakeholder management
* Problem-solving & risk identification
* Adaptability in a fast-paced environment