Senior CRA II – Surgical/Medical Device Trials

Fortrea; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortrea's FSP team seeks a Central region Senior CRA II with 3+ years of monitoring and 1+ year of device experience. The Senior CRA II leads site monitoring, implements project plans, and may assume Local Project Coordinator duties. Expect travel 60-80% and hands-on SOP/regulatory alignment.

The role requires a life sciences degree, strong regulatory knowledge, and excellent communication. Fortrea emphasizes quality, safety, and collaboration across sponsor and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences or related field.
• 3+ years of clinical monitoring experience.
• Strong knowledge of SAE reporting and data review processes.
• Fluent in English; willing to travel 60-80%.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage study sites, conduct visits, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Oversee site management and adherence to project plans.
• Prepare accurate trip reports and communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal teams to support trial activities.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior staff where applicable.
• Support protocol development and CRF review as assigned.

Skills

Clinical monitoring

Site management

Regulatory compliance

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in life sciences

Job description

Fortrea's FSP team seeks a Central region Senior CRA II with 3+ years of monitoring and 1+ year of device experience. The Senior CRA II leads site monitoring, implements project plans, and may assume Local Project Coordinator duties. Expect travel 60-80% and hands-on SOP/regulatory alignment.

The role requires a life sciences degree, strong regulatory knowledge, and excellent communication. Fortrea emphasizes quality, safety, and collaboration across sponsor and internal teams.