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Clinical Trial Manager (Hyderabad)

Syneos Health
Syneos Health
8-12 years
preferred by company
10 Jan. 15, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Hybrid Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences 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 Trial Manager – Global Clinical Operations (Hyderabad)

Job Requisition ID: 25103286
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Mode: Office-based / Hybrid
Location: Hyderabad, India
Experience Required: 8–12 Years
Function: Clinical Operations | Clinical Trial Management | CRO


About the Company

Syneos Health® is a global, fully integrated biopharmaceutical solutions organization that accelerates clinical development, medical affairs, and commercialization outcomes. With operations across more than 110 countries and a workforce of 29,000+ professionals, Syneos Health partners with leading pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies to bring innovative therapies to patients worldwide.


Role Overview

Syneos Health is seeking an experienced Clinical Trial Manager (CTM) to lead and oversee the execution of global and regional clinical trials from its Hyderabad location. This role is critical in ensuring end-to-end clinical trial delivery, adherence to timelines, budgets, quality standards, and regulatory requirements across multiple studies.

The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in clinical trial operations, cross-functional leadership, and CRO project management, with the ability to independently manage complex studies in a fast-paced, matrix environment.


Key Responsibilities

Clinical Trial Leadership

  • Lead the operational execution of assigned clinical trials from study start-up through close-out

  • Serve as the primary operational point of contact for sponsors, internal teams, and vendors

  • Ensure trials are conducted in compliance with protocol, SOPs, ICH-GCP, and applicable regulatory requirements

Project & Vendor Management

  • Develop and manage study timelines, budgets, risk mitigation plans, and operational strategies

  • Oversee CRO vendors, site management teams, and functional service providers to ensure high-quality delivery

  • Monitor study performance metrics and proactively address risks, issues, and deviations

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Collaborate with Clinical Operations, Data Management, Biostatistics, Safety, Regulatory, and Medical Affairs teams

  • Support protocol development, feasibility assessments, and study planning activities

  • Lead and participate in internal, sponsor, and investigator meetings

Quality, Compliance & Reporting

  • Ensure inspection readiness and participate in audits and regulatory inspections as required

  • Review study documentation, reports, and deliverables for accuracy and compliance

  • Provide regular study status updates, forecasts, and executive-level reporting to stakeholders

People & Process Excellence

  • Provide functional oversight and mentoring to study team members

  • Contribute to process improvements, SOP development, and operational best practices

  • Support business development activities, including proposal input and bid defense participation when required


Education & Experience Requirements

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Nursing, or a related discipline

  • Advanced degree (Master’s/PhD/MBA) preferred

Experience:

  • 8–12 years of experience in clinical operations or clinical trial management

  • Proven experience working within a Contract Research Organization (CRO) or pharmaceutical company

  • Demonstrated experience managing Phase II–IV clinical trials

  • Prior experience leading global or multi-country studies is highly preferred


Key Skills & Competencies

  • Strong knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines and global clinical trial regulations

  • Excellent project management, leadership, and stakeholder management skills

  • Ability to manage multiple studies and priorities simultaneously

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities

  • Proficiency in clinical trial systems and Microsoft Office Suite

  • Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills

  • Ability to work effectively in a matrix and cross-cultural environment


Why Join Syneos Health

  • Work on high-impact global clinical trials across multiple therapeutic areas

  • Exposure to innovative clinical development models and leading sponsors

  • Strong focus on professional growth, training, and career progression

  • Inclusive, collaborative, and performance-driven culture


Equal Opportunity Statement

Syneos Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive work environment in compliance with applicable employment laws.


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