2026 Clinical Research Technician Placement Year

Location: Office based LeedsDuration: Full-time 12-monthsStart Date: July 2026KICKSTART YOUR CAREER IN HEALTHCARE & LIFE SCIENCESAt Fortrea we believe early talent is the heartbeat of innovation. Our Early Careers program is more than a year in industry placement: its a launchpad for your future.As an industrial placement student youll join a global team where curiosity motivation and fresh ideas are celebrated. Youll work on meaningful projects learn from experienced professionals and see firsthand how clinical research and healthcare innovation change lives.We dont expect you to know it all. What matters most is your potential your drive to learn and your willingness to grow. With hands-on experience mentorship and structured development well help you build the skills and confidence to succeed.Your journey to pioneering tomorrows breakthroughs starts here.WHAT YOULL DODuring your 12-month placement youll work within our Clinical Operations Team as part of a structured rotation across three areas. This gives you a comprehensive understanding of how life-saving medicines begin their journey:Clinical Operations: After comprehensive training and working alongside the clinical operations team youll work directly with patients and healthy volunteers. Youll 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 appointments completing assessments and entering data into the electronic data capture system.Laboratory: Work alongside our Laboratory technicians to process pipette store and ship biological samples. Youll be trained in all aspects of Lab operations related to early-phase Clinical Research.WHY CHOOSE A PLACEMENT WITH FORTREAYoull gain more than just work experience. Youll receive a wealth of knowledge mentorship and career guidance. Our internship is designed to develop your skills broaden your understanding of clinical research and prepare you for the next steps in your career.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.WHO WERE LOOKING FORYou must be a current university student working towards a Bachelors degree in Life or Health SciencesYou should have started your degree in 2024 and be in your second year of study in 2025-2026 planning a 12-month placement between your second and final yearExperience managing multiple projects in an academic or professional setting is an advantageStrong planning multi-tasking and prioritization skillsAbility to work to deadlines and collaborate across teams in a fast-paced environmentConfident MS Office (specifically Excel Word Outlook) skillsClear teamwork communication (written and verbal) and organizational skillsWHY THIS PLACEMENT MATTERSJoining Fortreas University Placement Program is a unique opportunity to gain practical skills learn how global clinical research works and build a professional network that will support your future career. Youll be part of a team improving healthcare for patients worldwide.APPLY TODAY Take the next step in your life science career. Apply now to join Fortreas 2026 University Industrial Placement Program and start building your future with us.#LI-CV1Learn more about our EEO & Accommodations request here.Required Experience:IC Key Skills CSS,Cloud Computing,Health Education,Actuary,Building Electrician Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 2025 - 2026