Clinical Director

Adalvo; Mumbai; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 5,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Adalvo in Mumbai seeks a Clinical Director to lead the Clinical Operations & Development function, ensuring GCP compliance and strategic execution of studies.

You will oversee CPMs, vendor relationships, and regulatory submissions, driving study timelines and budget discipline. A strong leadership record in international trials is essential.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Medicine, or a related field (PhD/MD preferred).
• Minimum 10 years of experience in clinical operations, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of GCP, ICH guidelines, and global clinical regulatory requirements.
• Proven experience in managing international clinical trials and CRO/vendor oversight.
• Exceptional project management, leadership, and communication skills.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally in a fast‑paced, matrixed environment.
• Strong problem‑solving mindset with a proactive, solution‑oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead Clinical Operations & Development (COD) team and CPMs in India.
• Ensure team induction and ongoing training in GCP, SOPs, and relevant clinical practices.
• Develop and implement training plans for new and existing employees.
• Foster a multiskilled, high‑performing clinical team through mentorship.
• Organize development kick‑off meetings in collaboration with Quality teams.
• Define clinical requirements and strategies with Portfolio, Regulatory, and R&D.
• Oversee end‑to‑end execution of diverse clinical studies and development plans.
• Lead protocol development, study execution, and alignment with regulatory submissions.
• Manage internal resources, budgeting, and on‑time delivery of studies.
• Oversee CRO/vendor relationships and contract negotiations.

Skills

GCP & ICH knowledge

Clinical project management

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance

Vendor management

Education

Advanced degree in Life Sciences/Medicine

Job description

At Adalvo, we're not just a company - we're a team of passionate people driven by our mission to consistently deliver high-quality products and services to our partners. We are positive, fast and always on target, we are Adalvo!

We are looking for a Clinical Director to join our dynamic Adalvo team. This position offers an opportunity to well-suited candidates to join a growing, fast paced energetic environment and culture.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Clinical Director plays a strategic and hands‑on leadership role within Adalvo’s Clinical Operations & Development (COD) function, with direct responsibility for the planning, execution, and oversight of clinical studies. This position ensures that all clinical activities meet regulatory requirements, adhere to Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and align with Adalvo’s business goals. The Clinical Director will lead clinical strategy development, oversee clinical project managers (CPMs), manage vendor relationships, and drive excellence in clinical trial execution.

ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE

The position will report directly to our Deputy CEO & SVP, Strategic Scientific Affairs

RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary responsibilities of this role include the following:

Leadership & Team Development

• Assign Clinical Project Managers (CPMs) to each study managed by the COD team in India.
• Ensure all team members receive induction and ongoing training in GCP, SOPs, and relevant clinical practices
• Develop and implement training plans for new and existing employees tailored to their roles and responsibilities.
• Foster a multiskilled, high‑performing clinical team through structured training and mentorship.
• Organize annual development kick‑off meetings in collaboration with Pharmacovigilance and Clinical Quality teams.

Clinical Strategy & Execution

• Collaborate with Portfolio, Regulatory, and R&D functions to define clinical requirements, strategies, and feasibility plans.
• Oversee the end‑to‑end execution of a variety of clinical studies, including bioequivalence, pharmacokinetics, patient‑based studies, and in‑vitro assessments.
• Establish and execute the overall clinical development plan once assigned by management.
• Lead protocol development, study execution, and ensure alignment with submission plans and regulatory requirements.

Operational Oversight

• Manage internal resource planning, including back‑up and cross‑functional support.
• Ensure clinical studies are properly resourced, on‑budget, and delivered on time to the highest quality standards.
• Lead IMP (Investigational Medicinal Product) management, including packaging, labelling, recall activities, and CAPAs.
• Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with CROs and other external vendors.
• Lead the negotiation and execution of CDAs, MSAs, supplier and service agreements.
• Oversee CRO qualification/requalification processes in coordination with Clinical Quality.

Compliance & Quality

• Ensure all clinical activities comply with GCP, GPvP, and Adalvo’s internal SOPs.
• Confirm that safety reporting processes are defined and documented prior to subject screening.
• Investigate and manage suspected scientific misconduct and recommend appropriate actions, including CAPA or study termination.

Monitoring & Reporting

• Supervise the performance of CPMs to ensure compliance with clinical plans, study timelines, and regulatory documentation standards.
• Review clinical documentation, expert reports, study protocols, and registration modules.
• Oversee the proper setup and maintenance of Trial Master Files (TMF), ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal expectations.

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Coordinate with Legal, Finance, and Quality teams to align on study‑related contracts and documentation.
• Support regulatory submissions with relevant clinical data and documentation as needed.

Additional Responsibilities

• Participate in scientific advice and justification preparation for study initiation.
• Review comparative dissolution profile (CDP) data and batch selection criteria with R&D.
• Travel as required to support global clinical operations and study oversight.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by management.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Advanced degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Medicine, or a related field (PhD/MD preferred).
• Minimum 10 years of experience in clinical operations, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of GCP, ICH guidelines, and global clinical regulatory requirements.
• Proven experience in managing international clinical trials and CRO/vendor oversight.
• Exceptional project management, leadership, and communication skills.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally in a fast‑paced, matrixed environment.
• Strong problem‑solving mindset with a proactive, solution‑oriented approach.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Business Focus
• Drive for Results
• Building Team Spirit
• Customer Service
• Quality

Exciting Challenges:

Every day brings new opportunities to learn and grow.

Supportive Environment:

We foster a culture of collaboration, where your ideas are valued, and your voice is heard.

Career Development:

We're committed to helping you reach your full potential through ongoing training and development opportunities.

Recognizing Excellence:

We recognize and appreciate hard work and dedication by offering competitive compensation packages and employee rewards programs that acknowledge contributions and achievements.

Fun and Inclusive Culture:

We believe in celebrating our successes and building strong connections within our team.

Ready to Ignite Your Passion?

Please be informed that only selected candidates will be contacted.