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Clinical Scientific Advisor

Syneos Health
Syneos Health
Fresher years
3-5 LPA
Remote, India, India
10 April 30, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Remote Education: B.Pharm, M.Pharm, Pharm D., BSc., MSc., Lifesciences graduate Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Clinical Scientific Advisor – Remote Clinical Research Opportunity

Company: Syneos Health
Job Location: India (Remote / Work From Home)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience Required: Minimum 2 Years Relevant Experience
Therapeutic Area Preference: Neuroscience / Psychiatry
Job Requisition ID: 25106356


About the Company

Syneos Health is a globally recognized biopharmaceutical solutions company focused on accelerating customer success through integrated clinical development, medical affairs, and commercial solutions. Operating across more than 110 countries with over 29,000 professionals worldwide, the organization supports innovative drug development programs and global clinical research initiatives.

The company is known for delivering high-quality clinical trial support, scientific excellence, and patient-focused healthcare solutions while fostering a collaborative and growth-driven work culture.


Job Overview

The Clinical Scientific Advisor will function as a field-based scientific expert supporting clinical development programs and investigator engagement activities. This remote role involves scientific collaboration with Principal Investigators (PIs), study physicians, and cross-functional clinical research teams to ensure protocol compliance, scientific clarity, and high-quality clinical trial execution.

Candidates with prior experience in clinical research, medical affairs, scientific communication, or clinical development within Neuroscience or Psychiatry therapeutic areas are highly preferred.

This is not a fresher-level opportunity.


Key Responsibilities

Scientific Investigator Engagement

  • Build and maintain strong scientific relationships with Principal Investigators (PIs), Sub-Investigators, and study physicians

  • Conduct compliant scientific discussions related to clinical trial protocols and study objectives

  • Provide scientific guidance regarding eligibility criteria, endpoint rationale, safety assessments, and protocol execution

Clinical Trial Scientific Support

  • Reinforce understanding of critical protocol elements and data quality requirements

  • Identify recurring protocol implementation challenges and communicate insights to internal study teams

  • Support scientific troubleshooting for site-level operational or protocol-related concerns

Feasibility, Enrollment & Retention Strategy

  • Support clinical trial enrollment planning through investigator discussions and patient flow analysis

  • Provide scientific input regarding referral trends, competing trials, and patient retention barriers

  • Collaborate with operational teams including CTMs and CRAs for aligned recruitment strategies

Clinical Insights & Development Feedback

  • Capture investigator feedback on protocol feasibility and endpoint implementation

  • Share actionable scientific insights to improve training programs and future protocol development

  • Support amendment recommendations and risk mitigation activities when required

Scientific Meetings & Presentations

  • Contribute to investigator meetings, protocol deep-dives, and scientific engagement programs

  • Deliver scientific presentations and support Q&A preparation

  • Attend relevant scientific congresses and clinical meetings as required

Compliance & Documentation

  • Ensure adherence to ICH-GCP guidelines, SOPs, and regulatory requirements

  • Maintain accurate documentation of scientific interactions and field activities

  • Report adverse events, product complaints, and safety concerns within established timelines


Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

  • Advanced scientific or clinical degree preferred: MD, PharmD, PhD, NP/PA, or equivalent clinical research background

Experience Required

  • Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in Clinical Research, Clinical Development, Medical Affairs, or Scientific Advisory roles

  • Prior Neuroscience or Psychiatry therapeutic area experience preferred

  • Strong understanding of clinical trial methodology, protocol execution, and GCP compliance


Required Skills

  • Scientific communication and stakeholder engagement

  • Clinical trial operations understanding

  • Protocol interpretation and endpoint knowledge

  • Investigator relationship management

  • Strong analytical and presentation abilities

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Experience with CTMS, eTMF, EDC, or related clinical systems preferred


Work Model & Travel Requirements

  • Remote / Home-Based role within India

  • Candidates should be willing to travel to investigator sites and Mumbai office whenever required

  • Territory-based field engagement responsibilities included


Why Join Syneos Health?

  • Work with one of the world’s leading clinical research and biopharmaceutical organizations

  • Exposure to global clinical development programs and FDA/EMA-regulated studies

  • Opportunity to collaborate with international investigators and clinical experts

  • Strong career progression, scientific training, and professional development support


Important Note for Applicants

This opportunity is intended for experienced clinical research professionals and is not suitable for freshers. Candidates with prior exposure to Clinical Trials, Medical Affairs, Site Management, Pharmacovigilance, or Scientific Advisory functions will have a competitive advantage.


About Syneos Health Global Impact

Over the last five years, Syneos Health has contributed to:

  • 94% of Novel FDA-Approved Drugs

  • 95% of EMA Authorized Products

  • 200+ Clinical Studies

  • 73,000+ Research Sites

  • 675,000+ Trial Patients Worldwide


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