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Tmf Specialist

ICON PLC
1-15 years
Not Disclosed
Bangalore, Chennai, India
1 June 4, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: M.Pharm/B.Pharm or M.Sc. Skills: Data Analysis, Document Management, Life Science, Regulatory Compliance, Waterfall Model, Environment, Experiments Design, Health And Safety (Ehs), Laboratory Equipment, Manufacturing Process, Materials Science, Process Simulation, Sop (Standard Operating Procedure), Technical Writing, Wat, GCP guidelines, gmp knowledge, HSE Knowledge , Logistics and Transportation Management, Master Data, Operational Excellence, Sap Erp, supply chain management, Supply Planning, Warehouse Management, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes

TMF Specialist (All Levels)

Location: Chennai / Bangalore, India
Work Model: Hybrid (Office-Based with Flexibility)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Company: ICON plc


Job Summary

The TMF Specialist is responsible for managing, maintaining, and ensuring the quality and completeness of Trial Master File (TMF) documentation throughout the lifecycle of clinical studies. The role supports global clinical trials by ensuring study documentation is processed, reviewed, filed, tracked, archived, and maintained in compliance with regulatory requirements, client expectations, and company procedures.

The incumbent works closely with Clinical Operations, Study Teams, Sponsors, CRO personnel, and Document Management teams to ensure TMF inspection readiness and document integrity throughout study conduct.


Key Responsibilities

Trial Master File (TMF) Management

  • Maintain and manage Trial Master Files (TMFs) for assigned clinical studies.

  • Ensure TMF documentation is complete, accurate, and inspection-ready at all times.

  • Organize and maintain study files in accordance with:

    • Study-specific requirements

    • Client requirements

    • Company SOPs

    • Regulatory standards

  • Perform periodic TMF reviews to identify missing, incomplete, or inaccurate documents.

  • Support TMF reconciliation activities throughout the study lifecycle.


Document Processing & Quality Control

  • Process clinical study documentation according to study-specific processes and regulatory requirements.

  • Review incoming documents for completeness and compliance.

  • Perform:

    • Document receipt and tracking

    • Scanning and digitization

    • Indexing and classification

    • Filing and archival preparation

    • Quality Control (QC) reviews

  • Ensure documents are accurately uploaded and maintained within electronic TMF systems.

  • Resolve document discrepancies and filing issues in collaboration with study teams.


Clinical Documentation Management

Manage and maintain critical clinical trial documentation, including:

  • Protocols and Amendments

  • Investigator Brochures (IBs)

  • Informed Consent Forms (ICFs)

  • Ethics Committee Documents

  • Regulatory Correspondence

  • Monitoring Visit Reports

  • Site Essential Documents

  • Safety Documentation

  • Clinical Study Reports

  • Vendor Documentation

  • Training Records

  • Ensure documentation complies with applicable regulatory standards and filing requirements.


TMF Compliance & Inspection Readiness

  • Support TMF inspection readiness activities.

  • Ensure compliance with:

    • ICH-GCP Guidelines

    • Regulatory Requirements

    • Client Procedures

    • Company SOPs

  • Participate in internal and external audits.

  • Support preparation for sponsor audits and regulatory inspections.

  • Assist in addressing audit findings and documentation gaps.


Stakeholder Collaboration

  • Liaise with:

    • Clinical Study Teams

    • Clinical Operations

    • Project Managers

    • Sponsors

    • Clients

    • Regulatory Teams

    • Quality Assurance Teams

  • Respond to document requests from internal and external stakeholders.

  • Provide support regarding document filing standards and TMF requirements.

  • Escalate quality, compliance, and timeline concerns appropriately.


Reporting & Metrics

  • Support preparation of TMF status reports and study metrics.

  • Track document completeness and compliance indicators.

  • Provide updates to management regarding:

    • Project status

    • Quality concerns

    • Missing documentation

    • Study timelines

  • Assist with departmental reporting and performance monitoring activities.


Archiving & Records Management

  • Support study closeout and archival activities.

  • Ensure proper preparation of study documentation for long-term storage.

  • Coordinate document transfer and archival processes according to regulatory and client requirements.

  • Maintain records management standards throughout the document lifecycle.


Training & Continuous Improvement

  • Participate in mandatory training programs.

  • Stay updated on:

    • TMF best practices

    • Clinical trial regulations

    • Document management systems

    • Industry standards

  • Contribute to departmental process improvement initiatives.

  • Support implementation of new TMF procedures and technologies.


Educational Qualifications

Preferred

Bachelor’s Degree in:

  • Life Sciences

  • Pharmacy

  • Biotechnology

  • Clinical Research

  • Biological Sciences

  • Healthcare Sciences

  • Related Scientific Discipline


Experience Requirements

Required

  • 1–15 years of Trial Master File (TMF) experience.

  • Experience managing clinical study documentation.

  • Understanding of clinical trial processes and documentation requirements.