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Senior Investigator Support Assistant

Labcorp
3+ years
Not Disclosed
Bangalore, India
1 June 2, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/Life Sciences Skills: Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, mRS and EQ-5D-5L., Narrative Writing, Research & Development

Senior Investigator Support Assistant

Location: Bangalore, India
Department: Global Investigator Support (GIS) / Lab Operations
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

The Senior Investigator Support Assistant (SISA) serves as a critical operational support resource within the Global Investigator Support (GIS) function, ensuring seamless communication and coordination between investigator sites, sponsors, laboratories, and internal stakeholders involved in clinical trials.

This role is responsible for managing investigator communications, specimen logistics support, query resolution, portal administration, accession hold management, reporting activities, and operational workflow support while maintaining the highest standards of patient safety, regulatory compliance, and service quality.

The ideal candidate possesses strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, global clinical research environment.


Key Responsibilities

Investigator Site Support & Communication

  • Act as a primary support resource for investigator sites and study teams.

  • Coordinate timely communication with investigator sites via:

    • Email

    • Telephone

    • Investigator Portals

    • Approved communication platforms

  • Respond to site inquiries and operational requests.

  • Escalate complex issues to appropriate Global Coordinators or management teams.

  • Support implementation of new policies, procedures, and study-related communications.

Operational & Administrative Support

  • Provide day-to-day administrative support to Global Investigator Support Coordinators.

  • Maintain and manage shared mailboxes according to established workflows and service standards.

  • Prepare and distribute operational documents and communications.

  • Support internal reporting requirements and workflow tracking activities.

  • Maintain accurate records and documentation within applicable systems.

Specimen Logistics & Shipping Coordination

  • Prepare airway bills and shipping documentation for investigator sites.

  • Coordinate shipping requests and specimen transportation activities.

  • Monitor and resolve delivery-related issues in collaboration with logistics partners and internal departments.

  • Communicate Specimen Pending Arrival Reports (SPARs) to investigator sites.

  • Ensure timely resolution of specimen shipment discrepancies.

Investigator & Sponsor Portal Support

  • Assist investigator sites with:

    • Portal registration

    • User account setup

    • Login and access issues

    • Technical support requests

  • Coordinate resolution of portal-related issues with appropriate support teams.

  • Maintain access records and support documentation.

Query Resolution & Data Management

  • Investigate and resolve project-related operational inquiries.

  • Update databases and systems with follow-up information received from investigator sites.

  • Monitor and address system-generated holds and workflow exceptions.

  • Escalate unresolved issues to designated coordinators and project stakeholders.

  • Maintain accurate and timely data entry across operational systems.

Accession Hold Management

  • Monitor accession hold reports and identify pending issues.

  • Investigate causes of accession delays and processing exceptions.

  • Coordinate resolution activities with laboratory and operational teams.

  • Notify Supervisors and Project Managers of critical delays or escalations.

  • Ensure timely closure of accession-related issues.

Safety Alerts & Critical Notifications

  • Support patient safety activities by managing:

    • Critical laboratory alerts

    • Panic value notifications

    • Test cancellation communications

    • Exclusion flag notifications

  • Notify investigator sites, sponsors, and affiliates in accordance with study requirements and Statements of Work (SOWs).

  • Escalate safety concerns immediately according to established procedures.

Compliance & Quality Management

  • Ensure compliance with:

    • Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

    • Departmental Guidelines

    • Quality Standards

    • Regulatory Requirements

  • Document service failures, deviations, and operational issues.

  • Collaborate with global teams to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.

  • Support audit readiness and quality improvement initiatives.

Reporting & Process Improvement

  • Generate and maintain operational reports and workflow metrics.

  • Monitor service levels, turnaround times, and key performance indicators.

  • Assist management with reporting requests and operational analysis.

  • Support implementation of process improvements and global operational initiatives.

  • Contribute to continuous improvement efforts aimed at enhancing efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Documentation & Training Support

  • Maintain training records and documentation.

  • Complete assigned SOP reviews and mandatory training requirements within established timelines.

  • Participate in onboarding, process training, and system enhancement activities.

  • Support knowledge-sharing initiatives across the team.

Office & Operational Support

  • Operate and maintain office equipment including:

    • Printers

    • Fax Machines

    • Copiers

    • Scanning Equipment

  • Print and distribute:

    • Laboratory Reports

    • Data Revisions

    • Failed Fax Notifications

    • NPAT Documentation

  • Support administrative and operational functions as required.


Required Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor's Degree in:

    • Life Sciences

    • Pharmacy

    • Biotechnology

    • Healthcare Administration

    • Business Administration

    • Related Discipline

OR

  • Equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.

Preferred Education

  • Master's Degree in Life Sciences, Clinical Research, Healthcare Management, or related field.