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Sr. Cra, Fsp - Cardiac / Medical Device - West Coast

Fortrea
3+ years
Not Disclosed
Remote
1 June 8, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: M.Pharm/B.Pharm or M.Sc. Skills: Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, mRS and EQ-5D-5L., Narrative Writing

Senior Clinical Research Associate (Sr. CRA), FSP – Cardiac / Medical Device

Location: Remote – West Coast United States (California, Oregon, Washington, Montana, and other eligible states)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Department: Clinical Operations – Functional Service Provider (FSP)
Travel Requirement: 60–80% Overnight Travel (Nationwide)


About the Role

Fortrea's Functional Service Provider (FSP) team is seeking an experienced Senior Clinical Research Associate (Sr. CRA) with a strong background in Cardiac and Medical Device Clinical Research. Candidates should possess recent experience in complex cardiac studies, preferably involving Electrophysiology (EP) and/or Cardiac Medical Devices, along with a minimum of three years of independent clinical monitoring experience.

This role will support the successful execution of clinical trials through comprehensive site monitoring, site management, regulatory compliance, and investigator engagement. During study start-up phases, candidates should be prepared for nationwide travel and collaboration with cross-functional project teams.


Key Responsibilities

Clinical Site Monitoring

  • Conduct all phases of clinical site monitoring including:

    • Pre-Study Visits (PSV)

    • Site Initiation Visits (SIV)

    • Routine Monitoring Visits (RMV)

    • Close-Out Visits (COV)

  • Ensure study sites comply with protocol requirements, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and regulatory guidelines.

  • Maintain study documentation and Trial Master File (TMF) compliance.

  • Review source documentation and verify data accuracy within Case Report Forms (CRFs) and electronic data capture systems.

Site Management & Oversight

  • Manage assigned clinical sites according to project plans and sponsor expectations.

  • Ensure site staff receive proper training, study materials, and protocol instructions.

  • Support investigator relationships and site performance initiatives.

  • Ensure sites maintain audit and inspection readiness throughout study conduct.

Patient Safety & Regulatory Compliance

  • Verify compliance with informed consent procedures and participant protection requirements.

  • Monitor Serious Adverse Event (SAE) reporting and follow-up activities.

  • Ensure compliance with:

    • ICH-GCP Guidelines

    • FDA Regulations

    • Medical Device Regulations

    • Sponsor Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Data Quality Management

  • Perform source data verification (SDV).

  • Identify and resolve data discrepancies and protocol deviations.

  • Review and resolve queries within sponsor or CRO data management systems.

  • Monitor study data for completeness, consistency, and accuracy.

Project Leadership & Coordination

  • Serve as Lead CRA or Local Project Coordinator when assigned.

  • Assist in developing monitoring plans and reviewing monitoring reports.

  • Track study progress and recommend corrective actions to meet project milestones.

  • Coordinate communication between sites, sponsors, vendors, and internal teams.

Investigator & Vendor Management

  • Support investigator recruitment and site feasibility assessments.

  • Assist with Ethics Committee (EC) and Regulatory Authority submissions.

  • Coordinate study-related vendors and clinical trial supply activities.

  • Participate in investigator meetings and site training sessions.

Study Documentation & Reporting

  • Prepare accurate monitoring reports within required timelines.

  • Participate in protocol review and Case Report Form development.

  • Assist with clinical study reports and project documentation as required.

  • Conduct Quality Control (QC) visits and follow-up activities when assigned.

Mentorship & Team Support

  • Train and mentor junior CRAs through co-monitoring and knowledge sharing.

  • Support onboarding and development of new clinical team members.

  • Contribute to a collaborative and high-performing project environment.


Required Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences, Biological Sciences, Healthcare, Nursing, Medical Technology, Laboratory Sciences, or a related field.

OR

  • Equivalent certification in a related allied health profession from an accredited institution.

Equivalent clinical research experience may be considered in lieu of educational requirements.