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Sr. Manager -Clinical Development

Sun Pharma
4+ years
Not Disclosed
Gurgaon, Mumbai, India
1 June 4, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: MBBS/MD Skills: ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing

Sr. Manager – Clinical Development

Location: Mumbai / Gurgaon, India
Business Unit: Global Drug Development (GDO)
Job Grade: G9A/B
Employment Type: Full-Time
Company: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.


Job Summary

The Sr. Manager – Clinical Development (Clinical Development Study Lead) is responsible for providing medical and scientific leadership for clinical development programs and clinical studies across multiple phases of drug development.

The incumbent will lead cross-functional study teams, oversee study design and execution, provide medical monitoring, support regulatory interactions, and ensure timely delivery of clinical development objectives aligned with the overall asset strategy. The role serves as the primary medical accountable person for assigned clinical studies and plays a critical role in driving high-quality clinical research that delivers value to patients and the organization.


Key Responsibilities

Clinical Development Leadership

  • Lead and manage cross-functional Clinical Study Teams.

  • Serve as the primary medical lead and point of accountability for assigned clinical studies.

  • Drive study strategy, planning, execution, and delivery in alignment with asset development goals.

  • Ensure study objectives support regulatory, scientific, and commercial requirements.

  • Foster collaboration, innovation, and efficient decision-making within study teams.


Clinical Trial Design & Execution

  • Lead clinical studies from concept through study completion.

  • Develop robust clinical study designs that support regulatory approval and market differentiation.

  • Oversee:

    • Protocol development

    • Clinical study planning

    • Medical monitoring

    • Data review and interpretation

    • Clinical study reporting

    • Regulatory submission support

  • Ensure clinical studies are conducted according to approved protocols and timelines.


Medical Monitoring & Data Review

  • Perform or oversee medical monitoring activities for ongoing clinical studies.

  • Conduct clinical data review and medical assessment of emerging safety and efficacy information.

  • Interpret clinical study results and provide scientific recommendations.

  • Identify trends, risks, and potential issues affecting study outcomes.

  • Ensure data integrity and scientific validity throughout the study lifecycle.


Cross-Functional Team Leadership

Lead collaboration across multiple functional areas, including:

  • Clinical Operations

  • Regulatory Affairs

  • Biostatistics

  • Data Management

  • Pharmacovigilance

  • Quality Assurance

  • Clinical Pharmacology

  • CMC (Chemistry, Manufacturing & Controls)

  • Medical Affairs

  • Commercial Teams

  • Drive alignment across stakeholders to achieve study milestones and deliverables.

  • Facilitate efficient communication and decision-making processes.


Vendor & CRO Management

  • Collaborate with Contract Research Organizations (CROs) and external vendors.

  • Participate in vendor selection, study planning, and oversight activities.

  • Monitor vendor performance and study execution quality.

  • Ensure external partners meet study timelines and quality expectations.


Regulatory & Compliance Support

  • Support interactions with global regulatory authorities.

  • Assist in preparation of:

    • Regulatory submissions

    • Briefing documents

    • Clinical summaries

    • Scientific presentations

  • Participate in meetings with regulatory agencies and Data Monitoring Committees.

  • Ensure compliance with:

    • Good Clinical Practice (GCP)

    • ICH Guidelines

    • FDA Regulations

    • EMA Regulations

    • Global Clinical Development Standards


Risk Management & Governance

  • Identify study-related risks and develop mitigation strategies.

  • Monitor study progress and proactively address operational or scientific challenges.

  • Present study updates and recommendations to project governance committees.

  • Ensure timely escalation of critical risks and issues.


External Scientific Engagement

  • Represent the Study Team at:

    • Investigator Meetings

    • Scientific Advisory Boards

    • Clinical Research Forums

    • Key Opinion Leader (KOL) Interactions

  • Collaborate with Medical Affairs and Commercial teams on scientific engagement initiatives.

  • Support scientific communication and external stakeholder relationships.


Continuous Improvement & Team Development

  • Promote a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.

  • Mentor and support team members in professional development.

  • Encourage knowledge sharing and adoption of best clinical development practices.

  • Contribute to organizational learning and innovation initiatives.


Educational Qualifications

Required

  • MD

  • MD + DM

  • MD/PhD

Preferred

  • Specialization in relevant therapeutic areas.

  • Advanced clinical research and drug development expertise.


Experience Requirements

Required

  • Minimum 4+ years of pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or clinical development experience.

  • Experience leading or supporting clinical development programs.

  • Experience working in cross-functional matrix organizations.

Preferred

  • Experience across multiple phases of drug development (Phase I–IV).

  • Hands-on experience managing global clinical trials.

  • Experience in medical monitoring and clinical data review.

  • Exposure to regulatory interactions and submission activities.