Clinical Research Associate 2

Fortrea

. Provide a high standard of care for participants in clinical trials and respond to emergency situations based on clinical research standards .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeDurham • California • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $100,000 - $112,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Clinical Monitoring, ensuring compliance with clinical research standards and maintaining data integrity throughout the trial process. Proficient in managing study sites, conducting feasibility work, and training staff while adapting to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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Clinical Monitoring ExperienceInformed Consent ProceduresData Integrity ManagementSerious Adverse Event ReportingClinical Trial Coordination

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Hard Skills

Clinical MonitoringData CollectionCase Report Form ReviewFeasibility AssessmentProtocol Compliance

Soft Skills

TeamworkAdaptabilityCommunication

Tools & Technologies

FortreaData Management SystemsElectronic Data Collection

Certifications & Qualifications

Nursing LicensureCertification in Allied Health Profession

Industry Keywords

Clinical TrialsStudy Site MonitoringEmergency ResponseVendor LiaisonProject Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide a high standard of care for participants in clinical trials and respond to emergency situations based on clinical research standards
Perform all aspects of study site monitoring, including routine monitoring and close-out of clinical sites
Maintain study files and conduct pre-study and initiation visits
Liaise with vendors and perform other assigned duties
Manage study sites according to project plans
Ensure study staff receive proper materials and instructions to safely enter patients into studies
Verify informed consent procedures and protocol requirements comply with applicable regulations
Ensure data integrity in Case Report Forms and other data collection tools by carefully monitoring source documents
Monitor data for missing or implausible information
Manage clinical trial registries and conduct feasibility work when requested
Complete Serious Adverse Event reporting, including reports, narratives, and follow-up
Independently review CRFs and generate and resolve queries using Fortrea or client data management systems
Assist with training new employees through activities such as co-monitoring
Coordinate designated clinical projects as a Local Project Coordinator, with supervision where applicable
Act as a local client contact when assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Located near major hub airports across the US
2 years of Clinical Monitoring experience
University or college degree, or certification in a related allied health profession from an appropriately accredited institution (e.g. nursing licensure)
60% overnight travel
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where no deviations from the study protocol are allowed
Ability to manage changing priorities and adapt on the spot
Teamwork and people skills
Technology-based work environment and ability to collect data electronically
Ability to sit for extended periods and operate a vehicle safely
Repetitive hand movement of both hands, with ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of fingers, hands, and wrists
Occasional crouching and stooping, with frequent bending and twisting of upper body and neck
Ability to access and use varied computer software developed in-house and off-the-shelf
Light to moderate lifting and carrying, including luggage and laptop computer, up to 15–20 lbs
Regular and consistent attendance
Varied hours may be required