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Sr Clinical Operation Specialist / Lead Clinical Operation Specialist (Immediate Joiner)

Syneos Health
7-10 years
Not Disclosed
Remote, India, India
8 May 22, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, mRS and EQ-5D-5L., Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Senior Clinical Operations Specialist / Lead Clinical Operations Specialist (Immediate Joiner)

Company: Syneos Health
Location: IND – Client (Remote/Hybrid depending on assignment)
Job ID: 25108746
Updated On: May 13, 2026


Company Overview

Syneos Health is a global life sciences services organization focused on accelerating drug development and commercialization. It partners with pharmaceutical innovators across the clinical development lifecycle to deliver efficient, compliant, and high-quality clinical research outcomes.


Role Summary

The Senior / Lead Clinical Operations Specialist is responsible for supporting clinical trial execution and operational oversight. The role ensures smooth study conduct through systems management, documentation control, vendor coordination, and clinical study support activities.


Key Responsibilities

1. Clinical Trial Systems Management (CTMS)

  • Maintain and update Clinical Trial Management System (CTMS) data

  • Track study timelines, milestones, and regulatory authorizations

  • Ensure system accuracy and ongoing updates


2. Trial Master File (TMF) Management

  • Support setup and maintenance of TMF

  • Ensure all essential documents are properly filed and maintained

  • Coordinate with clinical teams for continuous TMF updates

  • Ensure audit readiness of documentation


3. Budget & Financial Tracking

  • Support Clinical Project Managers in study budget management

  • Assist in tracking, planning, and reporting of study costs

  • Perform vendor-related financial reconciliation and reporting


4. External Vendor Coordination

  • Support onboarding and coordination of external service providers

  • Ensure documentation and operational readiness of vendors

  • Monitor vendor activities and follow up on deliverables


5. Study Operations Support

  • Provide logistical and administrative support for study teams

  • Assist with study start-up, recruitment, and close-out activities

  • Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, and document meeting minutes

  • Generate reports and support project documentation


6. Central Monitoring & Data Oversight (Advanced Function)

  • Perform central monitoring using eCRF, IRT, central lab data

  • Identify trends, deviations, risks, and safety signals

  • Communicate findings to clinical teams and CRAs

  • Participate in Data Review Team (DRT) discussions

  • Support preparation of central monitoring packages


7. Study Start-Up & Close-Out Support

  • Assist in initiation, recruitment, and study closure activities

  • Support operational transitions and process implementation

  • Ensure smooth execution of study milestones


8. Communication & Coordination

  • Participate in internal and client meetings

  • Maintain communication with Clinical Trial Teams (CTT)

  • Escalate issues or risks to project leadership

  • Ensure alignment across stakeholders


Additional Responsibilities (as required)

  • Develop monitoring plans and study-specific tools

  • Provide input into eCRF design and review

  • Ensure data consistency, completeness, and accuracy across systems

  • Collaborate with medical teams to identify safety trends

  • Support CRAs with monitoring preparation and reporting


Required Skills & Experience

  • 7–10 years of Clinical Trial Assistant (CTA) experience

  • Exposure to centralized monitoring preferred

  • Strong understanding of clinical trial operations

  • Experience with CTMS, TMF, and clinical data systems

  • Strong English communication skills

  • Proactive, adaptable, and detail-oriented approach


Preferred Competencies

  • Experience in global clinical trials

  • Knowledge of GCP and regulatory guidelines

  • Vendor and stakeholder coordination experience

  • Ability to manage multiple operational tasks simultaneously

  • Experience in remote/global team environments


Work Environment

  • Client-based assignment (India)

  • Remote/hybrid clinical operations setting

  • High collaboration with Clinical Project Managers and vendors

  • Fast-paced, multi-study operational environment


Role Impact

  • Ensures smooth execution of clinical trials

  • Maintains regulatory compliance and data integrity

  • Supports patient safety through monitoring and oversight

  • Enables efficient study delivery across global trials


Career Progression

This role can lead to:

  • Clinical Project Manager (CPM)

  • Clinical Trial Manager (CTM)

  • Clinical Operations Lead / Associate Director

  • Central Monitoring / Risk-Based Monitoring Specialist roles