Sponsor Dedicated Site Startup Lead

At **Fortrea**, we believe in improving lives through the power of science, collaboration, and innovation. As a global CRO partner, we support mission-driven sponsors in bringing new therapies to the patients who need them. We’re now hiring a **Study Start-Up Lead** to join a sponsor‑dedicated team and drive the successful planning and activation of clinical trials. If you are passionate about accelerating study timelines, using data to guide decisions, and mentoring study start-up teams - this role offers you the opportunity to create a real impact. **Why join Fortrea?** --------------------- * Work in a _collaborative, global_ environment with experts passionate about improving clinical research. * Influence _data-driven_ study start-up strategies for large-scale international programs. * Play a key role in _optimizing processes_, bringing fresh ideas, and driving continuous improvement. Your Main Responsibilities -------------------------- In this role, you will lead, guide, and empower site activation teams across multiple countries. You will: * Partner closely with Clinical Operations to improve study start-up metrics and implement optimized processes. * Provide leadership, oversight, and mentoring to the FSP Site Start-Up team supporting global clinical programs. * Develop and refine data-driven forecasting models, planning scenarios, and benchmarking tools. * Create country-specific Informed Consent Forms (ICFs) based on master templates and local requirements. * Ensure SSU standards are applied consistently across projects and support ongoing process improvements. * Lead data collection and analysis to influence SSU timelines and strategic decisions. * Use leading industry data sources and tools to support forecasting, site readiness insights, and cycle-time optimization. * Agree on site-level deliverables with internal teams; identify delays early and escalate when needed. * Drive delivery of “Ready to Enroll” status for both sponsor and CRO-supported sites. * Serve as the escalation point for site activation challenges, partnering with Study Managers to resolve issues. **What You Bring** ------------------ * Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences (or international equivalent). * **4+ years** of experience in clinical operations, project management, SSU, or trial optimization. * **2+ years** directly managing site activation and study start-up processes within a sponsor or CRO. * Proven experience with **country-level ICF creation**. * Strong proficiency with **data models**, forecasting tools, and database structures. * Experience working in **global site start-up environments** strongly preferred. * Ability to explain complex data clearly and support data-driven decision-making. * Expert understanding of factors that drive successful study start-up and site selection strategies. * Fluency in local language and English. Ready to make an impact? Join Fortrea and play a key role in bringing new therapies to patients faster. **Apply today and help shape the future of clinical research.** Learn more about our [EEO & Accommodations request here](https://careers.fortrea.com/us/en/eeo-and-accommodations).