Clinical Research Associate Entry

Medpace; Navi Mumbai; Hybrid; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Competitive compensation

Structured career paths

Employee health and wellness initiatives

Job summary

Medpace in Navi Mumbai is seeking Clinical Research Associates to conduct research site visits and ensure compliance with protocols. No prior research experience is required, as extensive training will be provided through the PACE Program.

The ideal candidate should have a bachelor’s degree in a health-related field and be willing to travel frequently. Offering a dynamic work environment, competitive compensation, and a structured path for career growth, this position is exciting for those interested in making an impact in clinical research.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree; Health or life science related field preferred.
• Candidate with Clinical Research Coordinator experience is an advantage.
• Willing to travel approximately 60–80% nationally.

Responsibilities

• Conduct qualification, initiation, monitoring, and closeout visits for research sites.
• Verify adequate investigator qualifications and resources.
• Completion of monitoring reports and follow-up letters.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Presentation skills

Familiarity with Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Health or life science

Job description

Candidate Background

Our successful Clinical Research Associates possess varied backgrounds in medical and other science‑related healthcare fields. Individuals who have succeeded in the CRA role include:

• Nurses
• Dieticians
• Pharmacy Technicians
• Pharmaceutical/Device Sales Representatives
• Biotech Engineers
• PhD/Pharm.D candidates
• Health and Wellness Coordinators
• Research Assistants

Training Program

PACE® – MEDPACE CRA TRAINING PROGRAM

No research experience is needed as Medpace provides comprehensive initial and ongoing training, unmatched by other CROs. Through our PACE Training Program, you will join other professionals achieving CRA excellence:

• PACE provides the platform to effectively and confidently carry out your duties, enhance your current abilities and ultimately help you become a high‑functioning independent Medpace CRA.
• PACE will prepare you by developing your CRA skills through interactive discussions and hands‑on job‑related exercises and practicums.
• To supplement your in‑house and field‑based training you may also participate in other clinical research departmental core rotations, learning other aspects of the drug/device development and approval process.

Unexpected Rewards

This role takes you on a journey through travel and excitement which will allow you to make a difference on a large scale through the enhancement of pharmaceuticals and medical devices. The CRA position provides many other distinctive advantages including:

• Dynamic working environment, with varying responsibilities day‑to‑day
• Expansive experience in multiple therapeutic areas
• Work within a team of therapeutic and regulatory experts
• Defined CRA promotion and growth ladder with potential for mentoring and management advancements
• Competitive pay and opportunity for significant travel bonus

Responsibilities

• Conduct qualification, initiation, monitoring, and closeout visits for research sites in compliance with the approved protocol.
• Communication with the medical site staff including coordinators, clinical research physicians and their site staff.
• Verifying adequate investigator qualifications, training and resources, including facilities, laboratories, equipment, and staff.
• Medical record and research source documentation verification against case report form data, including informing the site staff of any entry errors, ensuring good documentation practices are being adhered to and communicating protocol deviations appropriately per SOPs, GCP and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Verification that the investigator is enrolling only eligible subjects.
• Regulatory document review.
• Medical device and/or investigational product/drug accountability and inventory.
• Verification and review of adverse events, serious adverse events, concomitant medications and corresponding illnesses to confirm accurate data reporting in accordance with the protocol.
• Assessing the clinical research site’s patient recruitment and retention success and offering suggestions for improvement.
• Completion of monitoring reports and follow‑up letters, which includes providing summaries of the significant findings, deviations, deficiencies, and recommended actions to secure compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree; Health or life science related field preferred.
• Candidate with Clinical Research Coordinator experience is an advantage.
• Willing to travel approximately 60–80% nationally.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication and presentation skills a plus.

Benefits

• Flexible work environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Competitive PTO packages
• Structured career paths with opportunities for professional growth
• Company‑sponsored employee appreciation events
• Employee health and wellness initiatives

Next Steps

A Medpace team member will review your qualifications and, if interested, you will be contacted with details for next steps.