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Senior Clinical Data Associate (Immediate Joiners)

Syneos Health
Syneos Health
5+ years
preferred by company
10 Jan. 8, 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

Senior Clinical Data Associate (Immediate Joiners)
Location: India – Remote
Job ID: 25104628
Industry: Clinical Research | Clinical Data Management
Employment Type: Full-time
Experience Required: 5+ Years
Updated: Yesterday


Job Overview

Syneos Health®, a globally recognized biopharmaceutical solutions organization, is seeking experienced Senior Clinical Data Associates for immediate joining. This role is ideal for seasoned clinical data management professionals who can independently manage end-to-end data management activities for global clinical trials while leading and mentoring Clinical Data Associates (CDAs).

The Senior Clinical Data Associate will play a key role in study startup, conduct, and closeout activities and may act as a backup to the Project Data Manager (PDM), ensuring high-quality data delivery in compliance with global regulatory standards.


Key Responsibilities

Clinical Data Management & Leadership

  • Lead and oversee clinical data management activities across global clinical trials.

  • Supervise, mentor, and review the work of Clinical Data Associates, ensuring quality and compliance.

  • Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for data management platforms, processes, and study-specific requirements.

  • Support and back up the Project Data Manager (PDM) for designated study activities, including sponsor interactions.

Study Execution & Quality Control

  • Review and maintain study-specific Data Management Plans (DMPs), Data Validation Specifications (DVS), CRF/eCRF completion guidelines, and data transfer agreements.

  • Perform and review User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for databases, edit checks, listings, roles, and SDV configurations.

  • Manage discrepancy and query resolution, including self-evident corrections, re-queries, and global rulings.

  • Perform SAE reconciliation, vendor data reconciliation (lab, ECG, PK/PD, IRT/IVRS), and metrics reporting.

  • Oversee data cleaning activities, database freeze, and database lock.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Liaise with Clinical Programming, Biostatistics, Clinical Operations, Safety, and external vendors.

  • Participate in internal, sponsor, and third-party meetings, audits, and inspections.

  • Provide EDC and project-specific training to internal and external stakeholders.

Documentation & Compliance

  • Ensure accurate and timely filing of documents in the Data Management Study File (DMSF).

  • Perform QC reviews of DMSF and TMF during study conduct and after QuickStart® Camp.

  • Ensure all activities comply with ICH-GCP, SOPs, corporate business practices, and regulatory requirements.


Required Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in Life Sciences, Biological Sciences, Pharmacy, or a related healthcare discipline.

Experience

  • Minimum 5+ years of hands-on experience in Clinical Data Management.

  • Proven experience across study startup, conduct, and closeout phases.

  • Strong client-facing experience, acting as a primary point of contact, with the ability to work independently.

Mandatory Technical Skills

  • Edit Check and Database UAT

  • SAE reconciliation

  • Local and central laboratory data review

  • Vendor data reconciliation (Lab, ECG, PK/PD, IRT/IVRS)

  • Metrics and CPT reporting

  • Database freezing and locking

  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Preferred / Good-to-Have Skills

  • Oracle Clinical, Medidata Rave, or Inform EDC systems

  • Listing UAT and manual/programmed data listing review

  • DMW (Data Management Workbench), SDQ (Smart Data Query)

  • Pinnacle 21, post-production changes (PPC)

  • Coding knowledge and TMF review experience

Additional Competencies

  • Strong knowledge of ICH-GCP, clinical data standards, and medical terminology.

  • Excellent organizational, analytical, and time-management skills.

  • Ability to lead teams, mentor junior staff, and manage multiple priorities under tight timelines.

  • Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Windows-based systems, and clinical data platforms.


Why Join Syneos Health

  • Work with an organization involved in over 94% of novel FDA-approved drugs and 95% of EMA-authorized products.

  • Exposure to large-scale, global, high-impact clinical trials.

  • Strong career development culture with continuous training and leadership opportunities.

  • Inclusive and diverse global work environment supporting professional growth and flexibility.


About Syneos Health

Syneos Health is a fully integrated biopharmaceutical solutions organization operating across 110+ countries with over 29,000 professionals worldwide. The company partners with innovators to accelerate the development and commercialization of life-changing therapies.


Additional Information

  • Minimal travel may be required (up to 25%).

  • Job responsibilities may evolve based on business needs.

  • Syneos Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.