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Manager, Clinical Operations

Syneos Health
Syneos Health
3-12 years
Not Disclosed
Hyderabad, India
10 March 24, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time 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

Manager, Clinical Operations

Location: Hyderabad, India
Job Type: Full-Time
Industry: Clinical Research / Biopharmaceutical
Company: Syneos Health
Experience Required: 8–12 years (including 3–5 years in a leadership role)

Job Overview
Syneos Health is hiring a Manager, Clinical Operations to lead and manage clinical trial activities across multiple studies. This role is responsible for overseeing site start-up, regulatory submissions, site activation, monitoring, and study closeout while ensuring compliance with global regulatory standards and internal quality processes. The position requires strong leadership, operational expertise, and the ability to drive performance across cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities
Manage and supervise Clinical Operations staff including hiring, onboarding, performance evaluation, and career development. Ensure appropriate resource allocation and workload distribution across projects. Oversee end-to-end clinical trial execution including site selection, contracts, regulatory and ethics submissions, site activation, monitoring, and closeout. Ensure studies are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with SOPs, ICH-GCP guidelines, and regulatory requirements. Monitor operational metrics, identify risks, and implement corrective actions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as Regulatory, Data Management, and Medical Affairs to ensure seamless project execution. Support business development activities and participate in client discussions where required. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to process optimization. Conduct team meetings, manage performance issues, and implement training plans to enhance team capabilities.

Eligibility Criteria
Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Nursing, or a related field is required; a Master’s degree is preferred. Candidates must have 8–12 years of experience in clinical research within a CRO, pharmaceutical, or biotechnology organization, including at least 3–5 years in a leadership or people management role.

Required Skills and Competencies
Strong knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines and global regulatory requirements. Experience in clinical study start-up and regulatory submissions. Proven leadership and team management skills with the ability to manage large teams. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and presentation skills. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities. Ability to manage budgets, timelines, and resources effectively. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and clinical trial systems. Willingness to travel up to 25% as required.

Why Join Syneos Health
Syneos Health offers the opportunity to work in a globally recognized organization with operations across multiple countries. Employees benefit from a collaborative work culture, strong career development opportunities, and the chance to contribute to innovative clinical research programs that improve patient outcomes.

Equal Opportunity Statement
Syneos Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.