Manager, Centralized Monitoring

Fortrea

. Review monitoring trip reports for quality, compliance, and best-practice implementation .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeBuenos Aires • ArgentinaSeniorLeadWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in centralized monitoring, risk management, and compliance with ICH-GCP and Fortrea SOPs. Proficient in training and mentoring teams while managing multiple clinical research studies and ensuring quality oversight.

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Centralized MonitoringRisk ManagementICH-GCP ComplianceClinical Research ExperienceProject Management

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Hard Skills

Trip Report ReviewETMF ReconciliationStudy AnalyticsRisk Assessment DevelopmentSDV StrategiesData-Driven RecommendationsProcess MappingLEAN/Six Sigma InitiativesDashboard DevelopmentUser Acceptance Testing

Soft Skills

Detail-Focused Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsInterpersonal SkillsInfluencing SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

MS Office SuiteEDCCTMSCentral Monitoring Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Nursing CertificationMedical Technology CertificationLaboratory Technology Certification

Industry Keywords

Clinical Development ProgramsFortrea SOPsRegulatory RequirementsQuality OversightInspection Readiness

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review monitoring trip reports for quality, compliance, and best-practice implementation
Identify and communicate risks, trends, protocol deviations, safety concerns, and outstanding issues
Execute and oversee site-, regional-, and study-level centralized monitoring activities across multiple studies
Collaborate with CRAs, CTLs, Project Managers, Global CTLs, and study teams on issue escalation and resolution
Train and mentor CRAs, IHCRAs, and new CMLs on trip reports, monitoring activities, ICH-GCP, SOPs, and work instructions
Develop and maintain trip report templates, guidelines, Central Monitoring Plans, Configuration Plans, and controlled documents
Perform eTMF reconciliation, protocol deviation review and trending, issue management, and study analytics
Develop study risk assessments, risk factors, trigger thresholds, SDV strategies, mitigation plans, and RACT contributions
Contribute to XRR dashboard development, including dashboard and visualization design using sources such as EDC and CTMS
Configure central monitoring tools and study-specific parameters and perform user acceptance testing
Review and approve changes to monitoring levels and provide data-driven recommendations
Manage a portfolio of studies and serve as a key customer point of contact
Lead and support central monitoring teams and oversee risk tracking, analysis, reporting, and monitoring status
Support PMO activities, proposals, bid defense materials, costing reviews, sponsor presentations, and quality/risk reports
Provide direct people management for 8–20 staff, including performance management, coaching, resource planning, recruitment, and issue resolution
Monitor performance indicators, workload, billable hours, utilization, productivity, budgets, and resource needs
Ensure compliance with Fortrea SOPs, ICH-GCP, client requirements, work instructions, and regulatory requirements
Support inspection readiness, corrective actions, training completion, onboarding, and quality oversight
Contribute to SOP development, process mapping, LEAN/Six Sigma initiatives, and continuous improvement
Manage assigned projects under the direction of a Project Manager or Director
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

University/College Degree (Life Science preferred), or certification in an allied health profession from an appropriate accredited institution (e.g., Nursing Certification, Medical or Laboratory Technology)
Post-graduation in Life sciences or another applicable qualification and experience is recommended
Fortrea may consider relevant and equivalent experience and successful project outcomes in lieu of educational requirements
2 years of experience in the job discipline, inclusive of trip report review and/or centralized monitoring/risk-based monitoring experience
10–12 years of clinical research experience in other professional roles
Working knowledge of ICH GCP, including internal regulatory requirements for clinical development programs
Advanced computer skills, including MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Fluent in English and the local language
Ability to plan, prioritize, organize, and communicate effectively
Detail-focused analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong interpersonal skills with ability to influence, lead, and work well with others
Ability to participate in process improvement initiatives
Demonstrated project and risk management skills
Knowledge of Fortrea and its organizational structure (preferred)
Knowledge of Fortrea standard operating procedures (preferred)
Ability to travel occasionally, including domestic and international travel
Regular and consistent attendance
Varied hours may be required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work arrangement
Occasional domestic and international travel
Training and development opportunities
Coaching and mentoring opportunities
Participation in process improvement initiatives
EEO and accommodations support