Site Ssu Lead - Uk ROI

**Fortrea** is looking for an experienced **Study Start-Up Lead** to join our sponsor-dedicated team. If you enjoy leading study start-up activities, working with global teams, using data to drive smarter decisions, and helping clinical trials move forward efficiently, we'd love to hear from you.   ### What you'll be doing As a Study Start-Up Lead, you'll play a key role in ensuring clinical studies are activated efficiently and ready to enroll participants on time. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams, provide guidance to site activation specialists, and help shape study start-up strategies across multiple countries. Your responsibilities will include: * Leading and supporting site activation teams across global clinical programs. * Partnering with Clinical Operations teams to improve study start-up performance and timelines. * Using data, forecasting tools, and industry insights to support planning and decision-making. * Developing country-specific Informed Consent Forms (ICFs) based on local requirements and approved templates. * Identifying opportunities to streamline processes and drive continuous improvement. * Monitoring study progress, proactively addressing potential delays, and escalating issues when needed. * Providing mentorship and guidance to study start-up team members. * Collaborating with internal stakeholders to ensure sites achieve "Ready to Enroll" status as efficiently as possible. * Acting as a key point of contact for study start-up challenges and helping teams find effective solutions.   ### What we're looking for * Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or a related field (or equivalent experience). * 4+ years of experience in clinical operations, study start-up, project management, or trial optimization. * At least 2 years of hands-on experience managing site activation and study start-up activities within a CRO or pharmaceutical environment. * Experience creating country-level Informed Consent Forms (ICFs). * Strong analytical skills with experience using data, forecasting tools, and performance metrics. * Ability to interpret complex information and communicate it clearly to a variety of audiences. * Solid understanding of the factors that contribute to successful study start-up and site activation. * Previous experience working in a global clinical research environment is highly desirable. * Strong communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.   ### Why join Fortrea? * Be part of a global team committed to improving patient outcomes through clinical research. * Work in a collaborative and supportive environment where your ideas are valued. * Influence the success of international clinical trials and help bring new treatments to patients faster. * Take ownership of meaningful projects and contribute to process improvements on a global scale. * Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and career development within a leading CRO.   ### Ready to make an impact? Join Fortrea and help shape the future of clinical research while working on studies that matter! Learn more about our [EEO & Accommodations request here](https://careers.fortrea.com/us/en/eeo-and-accommodations).