LINDA AGU
@lindaagu
Clinical Trial Manager at Fortrea who cut site activation timelines by 20–25% and grew enrollment across 18 global sites.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
At Fortrea, I directed global clinical trials from start-up through close-out, leading 35 CRAs across 40+ sites. I delivered complex studies across 20 sites ahead of schedule and within budget.
I cut site activation timelines by 20–25% across 15 global sites through process improvements and proactive feasibility strategies. Targeted training and monitoring strategies raised site compliance scores by 30%.
As a Clinical Trial Manager at Fortrea, I reduced overall trial costs by $2 million through resourcing, budget, and vendor management. I also grew patient enrollment across 18 global sites with targeted recruitment and retention strategies.
Earlier, I monitored Phase I–III studies at Covance, PRA International, and Quintiles, including oncology trials. My clinical operations experience is supported by an MBChB and an MBA.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Directed global clinical trials from start-up through close-out, leading 35 CRAs across 40+ sites. Cut site activation timelines by 20-25% and raised site compliance by 30%.
Led monitoring at 18 sites across multiple therapeutic areas, safeguarding patient safety and data integrity. Achieved first patient enrolled on a hard-to-enroll trial.
Clinical Research Associate II
PRA International
May 2010 - Apr 2012 (1 year 11 months)
Managed and monitored assigned sites on-site and remotely, ensuring CRF data integrity per ICH-GCP. Performed investigational drug accountability and maintained study files.
Clinical Research Associate
Quintiles
Feb 2008 - May 2010 (2 years 3 months)
Conducted site monitoring visits and managed sites per project plans. Reviewed data for missing or implausible entries and ensured protocol adherence.
Education
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University of Phoenix
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Administration
Master of Business Administration (MBA) from University of Phoenix.
University of Calabar
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB), Medicine
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) from University of Calabar, College of Medical Sciences.
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