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Clinical Trial Specialist

Astellas
Astellas
2+ years
Not Disclosed
10 Dec. 29, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/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 Specialist – Clinical Operations

Location: Bengaluru, India
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Model: Hybrid (as per company policy)
Category: Clinical Research / Clinical Operations
Travel Requirement: Minimal (0–5%)


Role Overview

Astellas is seeking a Clinical Trial Specialist (CTS) to support the planning, execution, and close-out of global clinical trials. This role works closely with Clinical Trial Leads and Clinical Trial Managers to ensure high-quality trial delivery in compliance with ICH-GCP guidelines, regulatory requirements, SOPs, and internal standards.

The position is ideal for professionals with hands-on experience in clinical trial operations, site coordination, CRO/vendor management, and trial documentation who are looking to grow within a global pharmaceutical environment.


Key Responsibilities

Clinical Trial Operations and Execution

  • Support day-to-day operational activities for assigned clinical trials with a strong focus on timelines, quality, and compliance

  • Assist in the setup, execution, and close-out of interventional and non-interventional drug trials, including pre- and post-proof-of-concept studies, clinical pharmacology trials, pre-approval access programs, and post-marketing regulatory commitment studies

  • Collaborate with global cross-functional teams and vendors to ensure operational excellence across all trial phases

Trial Planning and Systems Management

  • Contribute to the development of trial operational plans and study-level system setup

  • Ensure accurate and timely maintenance of trial data in tracking systems and provide regular updates to stakeholders

  • Support site feasibility assessments and maintain associated data

Vendor, CRO, and Site Support

  • Participate in CRO and vendor setup, coordination, and management during trial execution

  • Support investigator site activities, including training coordination and communication

  • Assist in implementing patient-focused strategies to enhance trial participation and retention

Data, Documentation, and Compliance

  • Support Trial Master File (TMF) setup, maintenance, and quality checks to ensure inspection readiness

  • Participate in data cleaning activities, medical data reviews, and trial documentation management

  • Ensure all trial activities comply with applicable regulations, ICH-GCP guidelines, SOPs, and internal standards

Team Collaboration and Communication

  • Participate in trial team meetings and manage associated documentation

  • Maintain effective communication with internal teams, vendors, and external stakeholders


Required Qualifications and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in life sciences, pharmacy, medicine, or a related healthcare field

  • Minimum 2 years of clinical trial experience in a healthcare, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or CRO environment

  • Strong interpersonal, written, verbal, presentation, and administrative skills

  • Proficiency in computer applications and clinical trial systems

  • Fluency in written and spoken English

  • Working knowledge of clinical trial phases, clinical development processes, study protocols, and ICH-GCP guidelines


Preferred Qualifications

  • Advanced degree in life sciences, pharmacy, medicine, or a related discipline


Working Environment

Astellas supports a hybrid working model, enabling employees to balance on-site collaboration with remote work flexibility, in line with company policies and Responsible Flexibility Guidelines. This approach promotes productivity, collaboration, and work–life balance.


Equal Opportunity Statement

Astellas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, including persons with disabilities and protected veterans. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.


Recruitment Fraud Notice

Candidates are advised to remain vigilant against recruitment scams. Legitimate communication from Astellas will only originate from official company email addresses or verified Astellas LinkedIn profiles.