Key Facts

Remote From:

Full time

Mid-level (2-5 years)

English

Hard Skills

Web Administration Website Monitoring Regulatory Compliance Patient Safety Adverse Event Monitoring Standard Operating Procedure Data Quality Project Management Vendor Management Feasibility Studies +10 more

Other Skills

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Communication
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Detail Oriented
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Mentorship

Roles & Responsibilities

University degree in life sciences or related field, or equivalent clinical research experience
Minimum 2-3 years of clinical monitoring experience in a CRO or pharmaceutical environment
Strong knowledge of ICH-GCP, regulatory requirements, and drug development processes
Fluency in English and local language (written and verbal)

Requirements:

Perform site monitoring activities including qualification, initiation, routine monitoring, and close-out visits
Review source data and CRFs to ensure data accuracy, completeness, and integrity
Manage site relationships and ensure audit readiness at the site level; track and follow up on SAEs
Support project activities, including feasibility, investigator meetings, and vendor collaboration; may act as Lead CRA or Local Project Coordinator on assigned studies

Job description

Clinical Research Associate in Latvia

Future Opportunities – Fixed Term & Permanent Roles

At Fortrea, we are building a pipeline of experienced CRA professionals for upcoming opportunities that may arise across our clinical programs. These opportunities may be offered on a fixed‑term or permanent basis, depending on business needs.

The CRA II/ Senior CRA is responsible for site monitoring and site management activities in accordance with Fortrea and/or Sponsor SOPs, ICH‑GCP, and applicable regulatory guidelines. The role supports the delivery of clinical trials by ensuring subject safety, data integrity, and protocol compliance, while contributing to project execution and collaboration within cross‑functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

Perform site monitoring activities including qualification, initiation, routine monitoring, and close‑out visits
Ensure protection of study participants and compliance with informed consent, protocol, and regulatory requirements
Review source data and CRFs to ensure data accuracy, completeness, and integrity
Manage site relationships and ensure audit readiness at the site level
Prepare accurate and timely monitoring visit reports
Track and follow up on Serious Adverse Events (SAEs)
Support project activities, including feasibility, investigator meetings, and vendor collaboration
May act as Lead CRA or Local Project Coordinator on assigned studies
Mentor junior staff through co‑monitoring and knowledge sharing
Travel is required (approximately 60–80%)

Qualifications & Experience

University degree in life sciences or related field, or equivalent clinical research experience
Minimum 2-3 years of clinical monitoring experience in a CRO or pharmaceutical environment
Strong knowledge of ICH‑GCP, regulatory requirements, and drug development processes
Advanced site monitoring and site management skills
Fluency in English and local language (written and verbal)
Ability to work independently in a matrix environment
Valid driver’s license