FSP Sr. CRA - Ophthalmology - Remote US

Fortrea; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 130,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortrea is seeking a Senior Clinical Research Associate (CRA) with ophthalmology expertise to monitor clinical sites across major hubs in California, Texas, and the East and South regions. The role requires 3+ years of monitoring experience and substantial overnight travel (30–50%).

You will manage site activities, ensure patient safety, and support data integrity through visits and data reviews. The position emphasizes onsite monitoring in fast-paced environments with regulatory compliance and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Clinical Monitoring experience.
• 30–50% overnight travel.
• Ophthalmology experience.
• University or college degree in a related allied health field (e.g. nursing licensure).

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of study site monitoring and close-out, maintain study files, conduct pre-study and initiation visits, liaise with vendors.
• Perform general on-site monitoring and ensure protocol staff are properly trained to enter patients into the study.
• Ensure patient safety by adhering to informed consent procedures and protocol requirements.
• Review CRFs and other data collection tools, monitor data quality for missing or implausible data.
• Coordinate registry management and feasibility studies as requested.
• Assist with SAE reporting and follow-up, generate narratives and ensure proper documentation.

Skills

Clinical Monitoring

Ophthalmology

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Our FSP team is currently seeking experienced Sr. CRAs with 3+ years of monitoring! Ophthalmology expertise required. Open to major hub locations in California, Texas, and the South East & North East US.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all aspects of study site monitoring including routine monitoring and close-out of clinical sites, maintenance of study files, conduct of pre-study and initiation visits; liaise with vendors; and other duties, as assigned -Responsible for all aspects of site management as prescribed in the project plans
• General On-Site MonitoringEnsure the study staff who will conduct the protocol have received the proper materials and instructions to safely enter patients into the study
• Ensure the protection of study patients by verifying that informed consent procedures and protocol requirements are adhered to according to the applicable regulatory requirements
• Ensure the integrity of the data submitted on Case Report Forms (CRFs) or other data collection tools by careful source document Monitor data for missing or implausible data
• Responsible for all aspects of registry management as prescribed in the project plans - Undertake feasibility work when requested
• Complete Serious Adverse Event (SAE) reporting, process production of repos, narratives and follow up of SAEs
• Independently perform CRF review; query generation and resolution against established data review guidelines on Fortrea or client data management systems as assigned by management
• Assist with training of new employees, eg. co-monitoring
• Coordinate designated clinical projects as a Local Project Coordinator (with supervision, if applicable) and may act as a local client contact as assigned
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

Requirements

• University or college degree, or certification in a related allied health profession from an appropriately accredited institution (e.g. nursing licensure)
• 3+ years of Clinical Monitoring experience
• 30-50+% overnight travel
• Ophthalmology experience

The important thing for us is you are comfortable working in an environment that is: Fast paced: where no deviations from the study protocol are allowed, and not meeting a timeline for even few minutes will create a quality issue. Changing priorities constantly asking you to prioritize and adapt on the spot. Teamwork and people skills are essential for the study to run smoothly. Technology based. We collect our data directly into an electronic environment. Work Environment: Work is performed in an office environment with exposure to electrical office equipment. Frequent travel to clients/site locations with occasional travel both domestic and international. Physical Requirements: Ability to sit for extended periods and operate a vehicle safely. Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists. Occasional crouching, stooping, with frequent bending and twisting of upper body and neck. Ability to access and use a variety of computer software developed both in-house and off-the-shelf. Light to moderate lifting and carrying (or otherwise moves) objects including luggage and laptop computer with a maximum lift of 15-20 lbs. Regular and consistent attendance. Varied hours may be required.

Salary

• Target Pay Range: $130 - $142K

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