🚀 We’re hiring: Clinical Data Specialist – Clinical Data Management (Costa Rica) 📍 Location: Costa Rica (candidates must be currently based in Costa Rica)
Do you enjoy turning complex lab data into clean, reliable clinical insights? Join our Clinical Data Management team as a Clinical Data Specialist and play a key role in ensuring high‑quality local laboratory data that supports the success of global clinical trials. You’ll collaborate with cross‑functional teams and external partners (labs/CROs), helping drive accuracy, compliance, and operational excellence from study start‑up through database lock.
What you’ll do
Support local laboratory data activities for clinical studies (in‑house and outsourced), ensuring timely and high‑quality deliverables
Review study protocols and local lab requirements to identify required analytes
Maintain and support a Global Analyte Library, aligned with internal laboratory standards
Partner with Clinical Operations, Biometrics, Medical Monitoring, and Regulatory teams to align lab data with study timelines and milestones
Proactively identify risks and issues related to lab data collection, transfer, and quality, and support mitigation plans
Configure laboratory locations and analyte parameters in systems such as Veeva Vault Local Lab Module
Champion continuous improvement initiatives, including process optimization, automation, and adoption of new technologies What you’ll bring
2+ years of experience in Clinical Data Management and/or the drug development process
Strong knowledge of local laboratory data management within clinical trials
Familiarity with ICH/GCP and regulatory standards applicable to clinical data
Ability to manage multiple studies or priorities in a fast‑paced, global environment
Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, health‑related, or technology‑related field (or equivalent experience) ✨ Why this role You’ll have direct impact on data integrity and trial success, work in a collaborative global environment, and further develop your expertise in a high‑demand area of clinical research.
✅ Important: This role is based in Costa Rica, and we can only consider candidates currently located in Costa Rica.
Learn more about our EEO & Accommodations request here.
Fortrea is a leading global contract research organization (CRO) specializing in clinical development solutions for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies. With over 19,000 employees operating in more than 90 countries, Fortrea provides comprehensive services across clinical development, patient access, and technology spanning more than 20 therapeutic areas. The company serves over 90% of the world's top 20 pharmaceutical companies, helping to advance drug and medical device development globally. Fortrea combines decades of experience in clinical development with a commitment to scientific precision and innovation.
