Clinical Research Associate II (FSP) - Sydney or Melbourne

Fortrea; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortrea seeks a Clinical Research Associate II to independently monitor sites in Sydney or Melbourne, safeguarding participant safety and data quality. You will build investigator relationships, manage studies from initiation to closeout, and ensure regulatory compliance across diverse trials.

You will join a global CRO where collaboration, mentorship and continuous learning are valued, with opportunities to advance toward senior CRA roles through varied clinical exposure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences or a related discipline, or equivalent clinical research experience.
• Typically at least 18 months of independent, on-site clinical monitoring experience in a pharmaceutical or CRO environment.
• Working knowledge of ICH-GCP, clinical trial regulations, drug development and site management.
• Track record of protecting patient safety and delivering high-quality data.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage assigned study sites from initiation through routine monitoring and closeout.
• Protect participants by confirming informed consent, protocol compliance and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Review source documents, verify case report form data and work with sites to resolve issues promptly.
• Prepare accurate, timely monitoring reports and maintain inspection-ready study documentation.
• Build productive relationships with investigators and site teams to support recruitment, quality and delivery.
• Partner with sponsors, vendors and internal colleagues to meet study timelines and milestones.
• Identify risks early, escalate appropriately and follow actions through to completion.
• Share knowledge with colleagues and contribute to a collaborative monitoring team.

Skills

Clinical judgement

Ownership

Communication

Problem-solving

Driver’s licence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in life sciences or related field

Equivalent clinical research experience

Job description

Clinical Research Associate II (FSP) - Sydney or Melbourne

Grow your monitoring career. Build trusted partnerships. Make every site count.

About the role

Ready to take greater ownership of your studies and sites? At Fortrea, your work connects directly to patient safety, data quality and the development of new medicines. As a Clinical Research Associate II, you will independently monitor clinical trial sites, build strong investigator relationships and help keep studies moving with quality and confidence.You will join a global clinical research organization where learning, collaboration and individual perspectives are valued. This opportunity suits a competent CRA who wants broader exposure, meaningful responsibility and a clear path toward senior-level monitoring.

• Meaningful impact: Help deliver clinical trials that can improve lives and bring new medicines closer to patients.
• Career momentum: Build toward Senior CRA opportunities through learning, mentorship and varied clinical exposure.
• Trust and autonomy: Own your sites, use your judgement and partner across teams to solve problems.
• Global collaboration: Work with experienced colleagues, sponsors, investigators and site teams across a global organization.
• Inclusion and well-being: Join a respectful workplace with competitive benefits supporting physical, financial and emotional well-being.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage assigned study sites from initiation through routine monitoring and closeout.
• Protect participants by confirming informed consent, protocol compliance and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Review source documents, verify case report form data and work with sites to resolve issues promptly.
• Prepare accurate, timely monitoring reports and maintain inspection-ready study documentation.
• Build productive relationships with investigators and site teams to support recruitment, quality and delivery.
• Partner with sponsors, vendors and internal colleagues to meet study timelines and milestones.
• Identify risks early, escalation appropriately and follow actions through to completion.
• Share knowledge with colleagues and contribute to a collaborative monitoring team.

We are looking for

• A strong clinical judgement, curiosity, ownership and the confidence to communicate clearly with different stakeholders.
• A bachelor’s degree in life sciences or a related discipline, or equivalent clinical research experience.
• Typically at least 18 months of independent, on-site clinical monitoring experience in a pharmaceutical or CRO environment.
• Working knowledge of ICH-GCP, clinical trial regulations, drug development and site management.
• A track record of protecting patient safety and delivering reliable, high-quality clinical data.
• Clear communication, strong organizational skills and practical problem-solving ability.
• Confidence using clinical trial systems and relevant computer applications.
• A valid driver’s licence and flexibility to travel regularly to study sites.

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