Global Study Start-Up Lead - Data-Driven & Ready-to-Enroll

Meeveem Limited; Maidenhead; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortrea is seeking an experienced Study Start-Up Lead to drive activation across global programs. You will guide site activation teams, partner with Clinical Operations, and use data to optimize start-up planning and performance.

You will develop country-specific ICFs, identify process improvements, and mentor junior staff while ensuring timely Ready-to-Enroll milestones. Strong communication and global project management experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 4+ years of experience in clinical operations, study start-up, project management, or trial optimization.
• At least 2 years of hands-on experience managing site activation and study start-up activities within a CRO or pharmaceutical environment.
• Experience creating country-level Informed Consent Forms (ICFs).
• Strong analytical skills with experience using data, forecasting tools, and performance metrics.
• Ability to interpret complex information and communicate it clearly to a variety of audiences.
• Solid understanding of the factors that contribute to successful study start-up and site activation.
• Previous experience working in a global clinical research environment is highly desirable.
• Strong communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading and supporting site activation teams across global clinical programs.
• Partnering with Clinical Operations teams to improve study start-up performance and timelines.
• Using data, forecasting tools, and industry insights to support planning and decision-making.
• Developing country-specific Informed Consent Forms (ICFs) based on local requirements and approved templates.
• Identifying opportunities to streamline processes and drive continuous improvement.
• Monitoring study progress, proactively addressing potential delays, and escalating issues when needed.
• Providing mentorship and guidance to study start-up team members.
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders to ensure sites achieve "Ready to Enroll" status as efficiently as possible.
• Acting as a key point of contact for study start-up challenges and helping teams find effective solutions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Forecasting tools

Communication

Stakeholder management

Global clinical research experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or related field

Tools

Forecasting tools

Job description

Fortrea is seeking an experienced Study Start-Up Lead to drive activation across global programs. You will guide site activation teams, partner with Clinical Operations, and use data to optimize start-up planning and performance.

You will develop country-specific ICFs, identify process improvements, and mentor junior staff while ensuring timely Ready-to-Enroll milestones. Strong communication and global project management experience are essential.