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Clinical Development Fellow

Novartis
Novartis
0-2 years
Not Disclosed
Hyderabad, India
10 March 26, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: MD 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

Novartis – Clinical Development Fellow | Hyderabad, India | 2-Year Fellowship

Company: Novartis
Location: Hyderabad, India
Job Type: Full-Time (Fixed Term – 2 Years Fellowship)
Work Mode: On-site (Office-based)
Experience: Early Career (0–2 Years Post MD/Master’s)
Qualification: MD / Master’s in Life Sciences (recently completed within last 2 years)
Compensation: Not disclosed in the job description
Application Deadline: April 6, 2026
Start Date: September 1, 2026

This clinical development fellowship in India is a highly competitive opportunity for medical and life sciences graduates looking to build careers in clinical research, drug development, and pharmaceutical medicine.

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Job Summary

Novartis is offering a 2-year Clinical Development Postgraduate Fellowship designed to train future leaders in clinical research, clinical trials, and drug development. This program provides hands-on exposure to global clinical studies—from protocol design to final study reports—across multiple therapeutic areas.

You will work alongside global medical and clinical teams, contributing to real-world clinical trials while developing expertise in clinical trial design, patient safety, data analysis, and regulatory-compliant documentation.

This is one of the best entry-level pharma roles for candidates aiming to build careers in:

  • Clinical Development

  • Medical Affairs

  • Clinical Research & Trials

  • Drug Safety & Pharmacovigilance

  • Regulatory Writing & Scientific Publications


Therapeutic Areas Exposure

  • Oncology

  • Neuroscience & Gene Therapy

  • Cardiovascular, Renal & Metabolism

  • Immunology

  • Global Health


Key Responsibilities

Clinical Trial Development & Documentation

  • Contribute to development of key trial documents:

    • Clinical Trial Protocols (CTPs)

    • Informed Consent Forms (ICFs)

    • Case Report Forms (CRFs)

    • Data Analysis Plans

    • Clinical Study Reports (CSRs)

  • Support preparation of regulatory and scientific documents for global trials

Medical & Scientific Review

  • Perform ongoing clinical and scientific review of trial data

  • Collaborate with Clinical Scientific Experts and Medical Leads

  • Contribute to interpretation of clinical data and study outcomes

Patient Safety & Pharmacovigilance Support

  • Assist in preparing patient safety reports for:

    • Safety Management Teams

    • Global Clinical Teams

    • Program Review Boards

  • Ensure compliance with global drug safety and reporting standards

Data Analysis & Reporting

  • Provide input into statistical analysis and interpretation of results

  • Contribute to publications, presentations, and scientific communications

  • Support internal and external reporting of clinical trial outcomes

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Work with global teams across Clinical Development Units

  • Participate in advisory boards, investigator meetings, and training sessions

  • Gain exposure to end-to-end clinical trial lifecycle


Required Skills & Qualifications

  • MD or Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Medicine, Pharmacy, Biotechnology, or related field

  • Completed degree within the last 2 years

  • Strong interest in clinical development and pharmaceutical research

  • Basic understanding of:

    • Clinical Trials & Drug Development Process

    • Good Clinical Practice (ICH-GCP)

    • Clinical Data Analysis & Interpretation

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • Ability to work in cross-functional and multicultural environments

  • Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset

Preferred Skills (High-Value Keywords for Selection):

  • Clinical Trial Protocol Writing

  • Pharmacovigilance & Safety Reporting

  • Regulatory Writing & Medical Writing

  • Biostatistics & Data Analysis

  • Clinical Research Methodology

  • Scientific Publications & Presentation Skills


Perks & Benefits

  • Structured 2-year global clinical development training program

  • Hands-on experience in real clinical trials

  • Exposure to top therapeutic areas in pharma industry

  • Mentorship from global clinical and medical leaders

  • Strong career pathway into Clinical Development & Medical Affairs roles

  • Work with one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical innovators


About the Company

Novartis is a global healthcare leader focused on reimagining medicine through innovative drug development, advanced clinical research, and patient-centric therapies. With a strong presence in clinical trials worldwide, Novartis is at the forefront of transforming healthcare outcomes through science and technology.


Why This Fellowship is a Game-Changer

This program is not just a job—it’s a career-launching platform in pharmaceutical R&D. You will gain direct exposure to:

  • Global clinical trial operations

  • Drug development lifecycle

  • Regulatory and safety processes

  • Scientific decision-making

If your goal is to break into high-paying pharma careers like Clinical Scientist, Medical Advisor, or Drug Development Specialist, this is one of the strongest entry points.


Application Process

  • Prepare a strong CV highlighting clinical research, internships, or coursework

  • Submit a cover letter including:

    • Your motivation for the program

    • Preferred therapeutic area(s)

    • Confirmation of availability from September 1, 2026

  • Ensure eligibility to work in Hyderabad, India