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Sr Global Trial Acceleration Associate

Bristol Myers Squibb
2+ years
Not Disclosed
Hyderabad
10 June 9, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time, Hybrid Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Clinical Trials, Detail-Oriented, Drug Development, Lifesciences, Negotiation Skills, Regulatory Compliance, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, Data Analysis, Document Management, Life Science, Regulatory Compliance, Waterfall Model, 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, mRS and EQ-5D-5L, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Sr Global Trial Acceleration Associate
Job ID: R1601398
Company:
Bristol Myers Squibb
Location: Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Employment Type: Full-Time
Function: Global Clinical Development / Trial Operations


Position Overview

The Senior Global Trial Acceleration Associate supports global clinical trial operations with a focus on accelerating study start-up, improving site activation timelines, and ensuring smooth execution of clinical development processes. The role works closely with cross-functional teams and external partners to ensure timely and compliant trial delivery.


Core Responsibilities

Trial Start-Up & Acceleration

  • Support rapid initiation of clinical trials across global programs

  • Track and drive completion of start-up deliverables and milestones

  • Identify delays in study start-up and support resolution of blockers

  • Coordinate submission and approval processes for study initiation


Site Activation & Study Coordination

  • Support site identification, selection, and activation processes

  • Monitor site readiness and ensure timely activation

  • Coordinate with CROs, investigators, and internal teams

  • Assist in resolving site-level operational issues


Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Work with Clinical Operations, Regulatory, Ethics Committees, and Quality teams

  • Coordinate between global and regional stakeholders for study alignment

  • Support communication with CROs and external vendors

  • Ensure consistent execution across regions and studies


Documentation & Compliance

  • Maintain accurate and complete study start-up documentation

  • Ensure compliance with:

    • Good Clinical Practice (GCP)

    • Regulatory requirements

    • Internal SOPs and quality standards

  • Support audit and inspection readiness activities


Tracking & Reporting

  • Maintain study trackers for start-up and activation progress

  • Provide regular updates to study teams and leadership

  • Ensure accurate data entry in clinical systems (e.g., CTMS)

  • Monitor and report key performance indicators (KPIs)


Process Improvement

  • Identify inefficiencies in trial start-up workflows

  • Support continuous improvement initiatives

  • Contribute to standardization of global processes

  • Recommend solutions to improve trial acceleration timelines


Minimum Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Biotechnology, or related field

Experience

  • Experience in clinical research or pharmaceutical industry preferred

  • Exposure to clinical trial start-up or site management is an advantage


Key Skills & Competencies

Clinical & Operational Skills

  • Clinical Trial Start-Up

  • Site Activation & Feasibility

  • GCP & Regulatory Compliance

  • Clinical Documentation Management

  • Study Tracking (CTMS preferred)


Project Coordination

  • Timeline & milestone management

  • Cross-functional coordination

  • CRO/vendor collaboration

  • Process improvement mindset


Technical Skills

  • Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams)

  • Clinical systems (CTMS, eTMF preferred)

  • Data tracking and reporting tools


Soft Skills

  • Strong attention to detail

  • Organizational ability

  • Communication and stakeholder management

  • Problem-solving in fast-paced environments

  • Ability to work in global matrix teams


Role Focus

  • Clinical Trial Operations

  • Study Start-Up & Acceleration

  • Site Activation & Monitoring Support

  • Global Clinical Development Coordination