Description
Fortrea's 2027 industrial placement offers students pursuing a Bachelor's degree in life sciences the hands-on experience needed to confidently launch a successful career in the fields of Life Sciences, Healthcare, and Clinical Research.
You'll gain real-world insights into the cutting-edge knowledge and processes driving modern Drug Development to bring new medicines to life.
During your 12-month placement, you'll work within our Clinical Operations Team as part of a structured rotation across two areas.
Responsibilities:
- Clinical Operations: Assist with tasks such as taking blood samples, monitoring vital signs, performing ECGs and other study assessments.
- Screening: Learn how volunteers are assessed and approved for participation in Phase I clinical trials. You will receive full training to conduct screening interviews and complete assessments.
Program Highlights:
- Mentorship: A dedicated mentor to guide your journey.
- Learning Workshops: Access to training sessions and leadership talks.
- Networking: Join Employee Resource Groups, panel discussions, and informal group 'coffee chats'.
- Real-World Experience: Contribute to ongoing studies and develop professional skills that matter.
Requirements:
- Current university student working towards a Bachelor's degree in Life or Health Sciences.
- Started degree in 2025 and in second year of study in 2026-2027.
- Experience managing multiple projects in an academic or professional setting is an advantage.
- Strong planning, multi-tasking, and prioritization skills.
- Ability to work to deadlines and collaborate across teams in a fast-paced environment.
- Confident MS Office skills, specifically Excel, Word, Outlook.
- Clear teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.