Job Description

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. With over 19,000 staff conducting operations in more than 90 countries, Fortrea is transforming drug and device development for partners and patients across the globe.• Assist in development and ongoing improvement of departmental processes and procedure.
• Manage assigned studies with careful compliance with internal processes and procedures,


or otherwise according to specified Sponsor requirements.• Actively support departmental and company contract reporting through use of


departmental systems and defined processes including Site Agreement Management
System ("SAMS") and other departmental systems.• Manage activities and monitor performance of direct reports to ensure effective


performance of function.• Provide regular coaching and counselling, mentoring, training, development, and


performance management of direct reports on adherence to timelines, scope of work and
budget hours with support from line manager.• Proactively develop, communicate, and implement procedures to enhance the effectiveness


and efficiency of the department.• Review timesheets. Review and approve vacation/time off requests and coordinate


vacation/time off schedules.• With support from line manager, interview and select qualified departmental personnel.
• Recommend, review, and approve personnel actions, including hiring, promotions and


raises. Partner with Human Resources in the handling of disciplinary issues. Prepare and/or
approve appropriate personnel action paperwork.• Identify training and development needs of direct reports. Under direction of line manager,


oversee the implementation of training programs, including onboarding and orientation;
monitor training programs to ensure ongoing effectiveness.• Support line manager and Human Resources to develop job descriptions for subordinate


positions; ensure communication of duties and responsibilities to direct reports.• Identify and escalate problems or issues as defined in departmental processes and


procedures and escalate to line manager for review along with proposed solutions.• Responsible for ensuring quality of tasks delegated to and completed by direct reports.


Including, ensuring that assigned team's work delivery meets the company, department,
and customer standards for accuracy and timeliness.• Accountable for staff efficiency and adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs),


work instructions, and project instructions, timelines, and study budgets for area of
responsibility.• Manage staff in accordance with organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Promote and support the implementation of the company's adoption of company-wide risk


management initiatives, contracting policies, and other corporate goals as directed by line
manager, Director (all levels) and other stakeholders.• Under the guidance of line manager, determine how and when to work outside the scope of


the position to enhance the department's delivery and effectiveness.• Perform other duties as required by the Department.
• All other duties as needed or assigned.


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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