Clinical Team Lead, Phase I

Fortrea

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

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeRemote • Mexico, Canada, United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical project management, including oversight of clinical trials, budget management, and risk assessment. Proficient in leading high-performing teams and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while driving project performance and client satisfaction.

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Clinical Project ManagementICH Guidelines and GCP KnowledgeFinancial Tracking SystemsTeam Leadership and MentoringPhase I/FIH Experience

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Hard Skills

Clinical Trial ManagementRisk ManagementProject Scope ManagementBudget ManagementData AnalysisRegulatory SubmissionsSubject Recruitment StrategiesKPI TrackingChange Order ProcessClinical Resource Projections

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationOrganizational SkillsTeamwork and CollaborationProblem SolvingNegotiation Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft ProjectMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft PowerPoint

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP CertificationRelevant Allied Health Certification

Industry Keywords

Clinical ResearchClinical TrialsMatrix EnvironmentOperational ExcellenceBid Defense Preparation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Google Cloud PlatformPMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide a high standard of care for participants in clinical trials and respond to emergency situations based upon clinical research standards
Own clinical delivery of clinical research trials and function as the Clinical Project Manager within the core project team
Partner with the Project Manager and functional leads to ensure successful delivery of clinical trial activities within contractual and budgetary requirements
Oversee clinical and site management aspects of trials and represent clinical delivery with customers
Drive clinical project performance toward contracted deliverables while meeting customer needs and maintaining operational excellence
Drive communication and collaboration with clients and project teams in a matrixed, multicultural environment
Lead clinical project strategy development and prioritization, including management of project scope, timelines, quality and budget
Prepare and deliver presentations for new business as required
Manage project operations supporting subject recruitment and retention, clinical vendor delivery and monitoring visit strategy
Identify clinical project, financial and quality risks using end-to-end risk management and quality-by-design principles
Use data sources, dashboards and risk management strategies to drive innovation and proactive problem solving
Maintain project governance and issue escalation pathways, including clinical project plans addressing identified risks
Oversee clinical project budgets, resources and scope; ensure budget and financial milestone adherence
Forecast clinical project revenue and manage project costs within budget
Lead scope changes and the change order process; track KPIs for client-specific metrics
Provide leadership for high-performing clinical project teams and facilitate communication, teamwork and delivery
Ensure accurate clinical resource projections and escalate resource constraints
Develop and mentor team members and provide feedback to line managers
Participate in and oversee regulatory/ethics committee submissions, tracking and documentation
Support new business through Bid Defense preparation and meetings
Perform other duties as needed or assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

University/college degree (life science preferred) or certification in a related allied health profession (i.e. nursing, medical or laboratory technology) from an appropriately accredited institution
Fortrea may consider relevant and equivalent experience in lieu of educational requirements
Fluent in English, both written and verbal
2+ years of Clinical Team Lead experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience to successfully perform key responsibilities of the job
Phase I/FIH experience
Working knowledge of ICH Guidelines and GCP including international regulatory requirements for the conduct of clinical development programs
Advanced computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, Access and Power Point)
Experience managing projects in a matrix and virtual environment
Excellent communication, planning and organizational skills
Demonstrated ability to lead by example and to encourage team members to seek solutions independently
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing priorities and to utilize resources effectively
Demonstrated ability to inspire effective teamwork and motivate staff within a matrix system
Financial awareness and ability to actively and effectively utilize financial tracking systems
Ability to work independently and mentor junior project team members
Ability to negotiate and liaise with clients in a professional manner
Ability to present to staff at all levels
Preferred: Master or other advanced degree
Preferred: PMP certification
Preferred: 2+ years CRA experience, on-site or in-house

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Employment Opportunity and accommodations support
Remote/homebased work arrangement