DEI Specialist - Durham, United States - Fortrea

Description

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. With over 19,000 staff conducting operations in more than 90 countries, Fortrea is transforming drug and device development for partners and patients across the globe.

The D&I Specialist primarily responsibility will be as a trusted advisor and partner to provide governance and oversight to our global employee resource groups. This includes but is not limited to:

• Ensuring ERG strategic plans and programming and efforts are aligned with company D&I strategy
• Provide strategic guidance to the ERG leads, executive sponsors and other key stakeholders
• Ensure inclusivity of ERG membership, operations, and programs
• Assist with the design, development and support of specific D&I projects and initiatives across the team, as needed
• Additional projects, tasks, and responsibilities to support the company DEI strategy
• Ability to manage databases and create analytics to measure ROI and effectiveness of ERG's

Required qualifications:

• BA/BS or equivalent University degree
• Minimum 3 years experience in diversity and inclusion or ERG leadership or employee network experience
• Experience with budget management

Expectations:

• Strong project management skills
• Ability to create and enhance membership databases
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to demonstrate awareness and understanding of multiple facets of diversity
• A proactive approach to work and the ability to anticipate needs

Pay Range: $74,000-$90,000 base annual salary

Benefits: All job offers will be based on a candidate's skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data. Regular, full-time or part-time employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(K), ESPP, Paid time off (PTO) or Flexible time off (FTO), Company bonus where applicable.

**This is a fully remote position**

The application deadline is April 30 , 2024.

Fortrea is actively seeking motivated problem-solvers and creative thinkers who share our passion for overcoming barriers in clinical trials. Our unwavering commitment is to revolutionize the development process, ensuring the swift delivery of life-changing ideas and therapies to patients in need. Join our exceptional team and embrace a collaborative workspace where personal growth is nurtured, enabling you to make a meaningful global impact. For more information about Fortrea, visit

Fortrea is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

As an EOE/AA employer, Fortrea strives for diversity and inclusion in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications of the individual and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy or other medical conditions/needs), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. We encourage all to apply.

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