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We are looking for a sponsor-dedicated Country Start-Up Lead to oversee clinical trial site activation, regulatory processes, and financial management. This is a well suited role for someone with experience in clinical start-up operations, budget negotiations, and regulatory compliance and who enjoys working collaboratively to drive progress.

  • Responsible for execution and oversight of clinical trial country submissions and approvals for assigned protocols.
  • Responsible for managing country deliverables, timelines, and results for assigned protocols to meet country commitments.
  • Work closely with internal and external stakeholders, including sponsors, CROs, and site teams, to streamline processes.
  • Negotiate investigator budgets, oversee financial forecasting, and manage trial-related expenses
  • Through continual interaction with local clinical team/s successfully delivers clinical and financial contracts within fair market value.
  • Oversight and tracking of clinical research-related payments.
  • Payment reconciliation at study close-out.

  • University/college degree (life science preferred), or certification in a related allied health profession from an appropriately accredited institution, nursing certification, medical or laboratory technology (Fortrea may consider relevant and equivalent experience in lieu of educational requirements).
  • Strong background in clinical research, including a few years in start-up, preferably in a lead position
  • S killed knowledge of budget and contract negotiations, local regulatory environment and submission and approval processes
  • Fluent in German and in English, with effective communication and negotiation skills.

Please note this this role is for upcoming future opportunities that may arise at Fortrea

  • An hybrid model allowing you to collaborate effectively with your teams (3 days at client’s office in Munich and 2 days working from home).
  • Opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and career progression.
  • Work with an industry-leading sponsor and expand your leadership capabilities.
  • Thanks to our ERGs (Employee Resource Groups), join divers communities that foster inclusion, professional development, and networking.
  • Access to mental health support, wellness initiatives, and fitness programs.

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