At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate clinical trials and support the development of new medicines.
- Company: Join Fortrea, a leading global clinical research organisation with a strong reputation.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, flexible hours, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with potential for career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in healthcare by helping bring new treatments to life.
- Qualifications: Degree in life sciences or relevant experience in clinical trials required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
What if your clinical operations expertise helped new medicines take their first step in human clinical trials? Fortrea is one of the largest and longest‑established early‑stage clinical research organizations in the world. We operate four Phase I clinical research units globally, including our world‑class Leeds clinic. Fortrea’s Leeds Phase I unit is a MHRA‑accredited Phase I unit in the UK. This role is a full‑time, permanent position based at the Fortrea Drapers Yard Clinical Research Unit in Leeds, starting September 2026, with a typical 37‑hour week Monday to Friday (additional hours may occur based on study timelines and may be compensated with flex time).
Responsibilities
- Coordinate study set‑up activities from study award through site readiness, supporting the creation, review, and alignment of study documentation, schedules, and operational plans.
- Act as a central point of coordination during live studies, supporting critical study moments such as participant check‑in, dosing days, and close‑out, and escalating issues as needed.
- Work closely with principal investigators, clinical, laboratory, pharmacy, and screening teams to ensure activities are delivered in line with approved protocols, SOPs, and timelines.
- Support study documentation quality and oversight, including protocol review, participant‑facing documents, site files or EC submission packages, ensuring they remain accurate, complete, and audit‑ready.
- Maintain regular communication with investigators and project teams, providing operational insight and updates throughout the life of a study.
Qualifications
- University/college degree in life science, pharmacy, or related subject, or certification in a related allied health profession (e.g., nursing). In lieu of a degree, typically 3 years’ experience in a related field will be considered.
- Minimum of 3–4 years’ experience supporting or coordinating clinical trials (CRAs, Study Coordinators, Site‑based Clinical Operations staff).
- Practical knowledge of clinical trial protocols, including an understanding of study objectives, design, and procedures, and how these translate into site‑level execution.
- Solid understanding of the drug development process, with working knowledge of ICH guidelines and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
- Experience managing multiple studies or workstreams in parallel, remaining organized and effective in a fast‑paced, live clinical research environment.
- Direct involvement in study set‑up and live study activity, contributing to site readiness activities and supporting studies during active clinical conduct.
- Strong written communication skills in English, particularly when working with clinical documentation and protocol‑driven materials.
Clinical Research Coordinator I in Leeds employer: FTLEE Fortrea Clinical Research Unit Ltd
Fortrea is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment at our state-of-the-art Leeds Phase I clinical research unit. With a strong commitment to employee growth and development, we provide comprehensive training and opportunities for advancement within the clinical operations field. Our collaborative culture fosters innovation and teamwork, ensuring that every team member plays a vital role in advancing new medicines while enjoying a flexible work schedule and competitive benefits.
Contact Details:
FTLEE Fortrea Clinical Research Unit Ltd Recruitment Team
