Apprentice: Biometrics Costing

Company Overview:

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 ~100 countries, Fortrea is transforming drug and device development for partners and patients across the globe.

India Apprentice Program:

Exciting opportunity to be part of the Fortrea India Apprentice Program!

As a Fortrea Apprentice, you will have the opportunity to support meaningful assignments that complement an education in STEM+ Business and Healthcare disciplines, and are inspiring and valuable in our mission to improve health and improve lives across the globe.

Capitalize on a dedicated training and development program that will support your scientific and professional career aspirations and take pride in delivering work that helps save the lives of millions of people around the world. 

About the Team:

The Biometrics Costing team provides specialist pre-award support across Data Management, Biostatistics and Statistical Programming. Our global team, based in Australia, India, the UK and the US, works closely with Budgets and Proposals and the operational teams to deliver high-quality budgets, proposals, and Request for Information (RFI) responses.

Apprenticeship Summary:

The Apprentice will support entry-level Biometrics Costing activities while completing structured training and working in accordance with applicable Fortrea procedures. Key responsibilities include:

• Support the development and review of Biometrics budgets across Data Management, Biostatistics and Statistical Programming.

• Assist in reviewing study requirements and RFP information to support accurate and competitive costings.

• Prepare Case Report Form (CRF) count estimates to support study costing.

• Support the preparation and review of proposals, budget assumptions, and RFI responses.

• Work collaboratively with the Biometrics Costing, Budgets and Proposals, and operational teams, gaining exposure to the pre-award process.

• Develop practical knowledge of Biometrics costing processes, systems, and tools through structured training and hands-on experience.

• Learn how protocol requirements influence Biometrics scope and costing

Education/Qualifications/Skills:

Education:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Life Sciences preferred

Skills:

·       Strong numerical and analytical skills, with good attention to detail.

·       Good written and verbal communication skills.

·       Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

·       Ability to organise and prioritise work and meet deadlines.

·       Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, with an interest in learning about clinical trials, Biometrics, and the commercial/RFP process.

• Basic knowledge or coursework in Base SAS, Data Analysis, Statistics, Biostatistics, or related fields

• Exposure to clinical research through coursework, projects, internships, or relevant certifications would be advantageous

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