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Country Approval Specialist

2-5 years
Not Disclosed
10 Nov. 25, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Remote Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ 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

Country Approval Specialist – Clinical Research

Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Job Type: Full-Time | Remote: Fully Remote
Category: Clinical Research

About the Role

This position offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced Country Approval Specialist to join a leading global Clinical Research Operations team. The role focuses on ensuring smooth and compliant study start-up activities within India, supporting regulatory submissions and ethics approvals for clinical trials. The ideal candidate will bring strong regulatory knowledge and hands-on experience in study start-up functions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and manage country-specific regulatory submission dossiers for DCGI and Ethics Committee requirements.

  • Develop and execute submission strategies to secure regulatory and ethics approvals within planned timelines.

  • Coordinate with regulatory authorities, investigators, and internal stakeholders to support the approval process.

  • Ensure accurate documentation, system updates, and proper maintenance of all essential study-related files.

  • Monitor compliance with local and global regulations, including GCP and sponsor-specific guidelines.

  • Support amendments, notifications, and ongoing submissions throughout the study lifecycle.

  • Provide expert guidance to internal teams on regulatory timelines, requirements, and start-up strategies.

Experience & Qualifications Required

  • 2–5 years of experience in Clinical Operations, Study Start-Up, or Regulatory Affairs within clinical research.

  • Strong understanding of clinical trial regulations, GCP guidelines, and ethics submission processes in India.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, or a related scientific field.

  • Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

  • Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced global environment.

Why Join Thermo Fisher Scientific?

Thermo Fisher Scientific offers a collaborative, growth-driven work culture where your contributions are valued. You will work alongside global clinical research professionals, contributing to innovative studies that address significant healthcare challenges. This role provides strong career progression, global exposure, and an opportunity to impact the development of life-changing therapies.