As a leading global contract research organization (CRO) with a passion for scientific rigor and decades of clinical development experience, Fortrea provides pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device customers a wide range of clinical development, patient access, and technology solutions across more than 20 therapeutic areas. Conducting operations in more than 90 countries, Fortrea is transforming drug and device development for partners and patients across the globe.
As one of the largest Clinical Research Organizations in the world, we have four Early Phase Clinical Research Units in the UK and US.
We are currently seeking a Clinical Research Physician / Associate Medical Director, to provide onsite medical coverage for Clinical Research Unit for our Madison, WI site.
This is a full-time, office-based position in Madison, WI
If you join us, you will work with some of the world´s leading pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies in a vital stage of clinical development: establishing the safety, tolerability and pharmacokinetics of a new drug.
Many Physicians are drawn to their profession because of its direct impact on patient care. If this is your case, you will not miss that working in Phase 1 trials. Whilst allowing you to have a close face-to-face relationship with participants, and as you continue to practice your clinical skills and knowledge, you´ll be involved with the latest medical technologies and treatments, witnessing their development firsthand. When the drug you worked with gets approved, you know you´ll touch many patient´s lives around the world.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
You will work in a high-energy & collaborative workplace, along with the support of exceptional people from across the globe and an energized purpose. You’ll be empowered to own your career journey with mentoring, training, and personalized development training.
Other key responsibilities:
·Provides onsite medical coverage for Clinical Research Unit for our Madison, WI site
·Protect the rights, safety and welfare of participants under their care
·Ensure that the clinical trial is conducted according to the investigational plan and all applicable regulations
·Administers test article to the subjects, or delegates this to nursing staff where appropriate
·Review and evaluate protocols and provide clinical and scientific support
·Interact with regulatory bodies as is relevant to clinical operations
·Attend study initiation meetings.
·Present protocols at IRB/IEC meetings, as required
·Assist Operations and Client Managers with sponsor visits
·Perform pre-study physical examinations and review lab data and all inclusion/exclusion criteria to ensure volunteers are medically and mentally fit upon entering the study
·Perform on-study and post-study physical examinations to ensure that the physical and mental well-being of volunteers is undiminished at the end of the study
·Inform Principal Investigator, IRB/IEC and Sponsor as appropriate of relevant events
·Review and sign CRFs at the conclusion of the study
·Delegate the above as appropriate
·Act as Principal Investigator/Co-Investigator as assigned by the Medical Director
·Undertake any other duties as required
YOU NEED TO BRING…
·MD or DO degree
·Active and unrestricted Wisconsin Medical License and DEA
·ACLS/CPR/AED Certified
·Minimum of 2 years of clinic/patient care experience
·Specialization in Family Medicine and or Primary Care preferred.
·Previous Clinical Trials experience is preferred
·Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
·Strong interpersonal and communication skills
·Must have current active WI license
Previous clinical experience is ideal, but not a must. We are open to consider recent graduates or any recent clinical experience.
The important thing for us is you are comfortable working in an environment that is:
- Fast paced: where no deviations from the study protocol are allowed, and not meeting a timeline for even few minutes will create a quality issue.
- Changing priorities constantly asking you to prioritize and adapt on the spot.
- Teamwork and people skills are essential for the study to run smoothly.
- Technology based. We collect our data directly into an electronic environment.
What do you get?
Regular, full-time or part-time employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including but not limited to:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD (multiple insurance carriers)
- 401(K)
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Employee recognition awards
- Multiple ERG’s (employee resource groups)
Fortrea is actively seeking motivated problem-solvers and creative thinkers who share our passion for overcoming barriers in clinical trials. Our unwavering commitment is to revolutionize the development process, ensuring the swift delivery of life-changing ideas and therapies to patients in need. Join our exceptional team and embrace a collaborative workspace where personal growth is nurtured, enabling you to make a meaningful global impact. For more information about Fortrea, visit www.fortrea.com.
Fortrea is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:
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