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Monitoring Excellence Academy - Omea - Oncology / Car T & Ophthalmology - Cra 1

Fortrea
2+ years
$80,000 – $90,000
Remote
2 June 8, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: M.Pharm/B.Pharm or M.Sc. Skills: ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing

Monitoring Excellence Academy (OMEA) – CRA I (Oncology / CAR-T / Ophthalmology)

Company: Fortrea
Position: Clinical Research Associate I (CRA I) – Monitoring Excellence Academy (OMEA)
Work Model: Remote (United States & Canada)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Requisition ID: 262591
Target Salary Range: USD $80,000 – $90,000 per year
Travel Requirement: 60–70% Overnight Travel


Job Overview

Fortrea's Monitoring Excellence Academy (OMEA) is designed to develop experienced Clinical Research Coordinators (CRCs) and Research Nurses into Clinical Research Associates (CRAs). This opportunity is ideal for candidates with strong experience in:

  • Oncology Clinical Trials

  • CAR-T Cell Therapy Studies

  • Ophthalmology Studies

The role focuses on site monitoring, patient safety oversight, protocol compliance, data quality, and site management while supporting clinical trials across multiple research sites.


Ideal Candidate Profile

Candidates should have:

  • 2+ years of current experience as a:

    • Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC)

    • Research Nurse

  • Therapeutic experience in:

    • Oncology (preferred)

    • CAR-T Therapy

    • Ophthalmology

  • Strong understanding of clinical trial operations.

  • Willingness to travel extensively (60–70%).


Key Responsibilities

Site Monitoring

  • Conduct:

    • Pre-Study Visits (PSV)

    • Site Initiation Visits (SIV)

    • Routine Monitoring Visits (RMV)

    • Close-Out Visits (COV)

  • Maintain study files and monitoring documentation.

  • Liaise with investigators, site staff, vendors, and project teams.

  • Ensure study sites remain compliant throughout the trial lifecycle.


Site Management

  • Manage assigned sites according to project plans.

  • Support site performance and issue resolution.

  • Track study progress and monitoring activities.

  • Assist with feasibility assessments when required.


Patient Safety & Protocol Compliance

  • Verify:

    • Informed Consent Procedures

    • Eligibility Criteria

    • Protocol Compliance

    • Regulatory Compliance

  • Ensure protection of study participants.

  • Identify protocol deviations and ensure corrective actions are implemented.


Data Quality & Review

  • Review:

    • Case Report Forms (CRFs)

    • Source Documents

    • Electronic Study Data

  • Monitor for:

    • Missing Data

    • Inconsistent Data

    • Implausible Entries

  • Generate and resolve data queries according to study requirements.


Serious Adverse Event (SAE) Management

  • Support:

    • SAE Reporting

    • Narrative Preparation

    • Follow-up Activities

    • Safety Documentation

  • Ensure safety events are documented accurately and reported within required timelines.


Registry & Clinical Project Support

  • Support registry management activities.

  • Assist with project coordination activities.

  • May serve as:

    • Local Project Coordinator

    • Local Client Contact (under supervision)


Training & Mentorship

  • Assist with onboarding and training new team members.

  • Participate in co-monitoring activities.

  • Share best practices and study knowledge.


Required Qualifications

Education

One of the following:

  • Bachelor's Degree in:

    • Life Sciences

    • Pharmacy

    • Nursing

    • Medical Sciences

    • Allied Health Sciences

OR

  • Professional certification in an allied health discipline such as:

    • Registered Nurse (RN)

    • Research Nurse

    • Other accredited healthcare professions


Experience

Mandatory

  • Minimum 2 years of experience as:

    • Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC)

    • Research Nurse

Preferred

  • Oncology Clinical Trials

  • CAR-T Studies

  • Ophthalmology Research