Senior Project Associate (3rd Shift)

HYDERABAD (IN)HYBRIDPOSTED: 9/12/2026
HEALTHCAREFull-time
HIRING ORGANIZATIONSYNEOS HEALTHBiopharmaceutical / Healthcare Services
Syneos Health

ROLE OVERVIEW

Drive and support project management activities to ensure successful execution of complex clinical trials during 3rd shift operations.

ROLE DEFINITION & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Drives the planning and execution of elements of clinical trials in partnership with the Project Lead.
  • Ensures projects adhere to strict timelines and are delivered within budget.
  • Serves as subject matter expert of relevant project management tools and systems.
  • Coordinates internal resources and third parties/vendors for efficient execution.
  • Maintains and distributes study-specific financial reports and contributes to financial health.
  • Documents project scope, objectives, risks, and issues, driving timely follow-through and resolution.
Reporting Hierarchy: Reports to Project Management Lead • Team size: 8-12

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, medicine, pharmacy, nursing, project management or related field.
  • 2-4 years of clinical experience, currently performing responsibilities of Project Associate/Specialist.
  • Knowledge & experience with Clinical Trial Systems, CTMS, TMF, PDC, SOPNet.
  • Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice/ICH guidelines and regulatory requirements.
  • High proficiency with MS Office Applications and project management software.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience managing global clinical trials
  • Familiarity with cross-functional team mentorship

REQUIRED VERIFIED SKILLS

Clinical Research
Project Management
CTMS
TMF
Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
ICH Guidelines

COMPENSATION & REWARDS

Salary: Competitive / Disclosed upon candidate shortlisting
Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance, provident fund, career development programs, flexible work arrangements
Competitive compensation package benchmarked against top-tier clinical research organizations in India.

ORGANIZATION CONTEXT & CULTURE

Syneos Health is a leading fully-integrated life sciences services organization built to accelerate customer success across the drug development continuum.

TEAM SIZE: 25,000+ employees
INDUSTRY: Biopharmaceutical / Healthcare Services
Culture: Committed to an inclusive culture, professional development, and delivering life-changing solutions for patients in need.

EXPECTED CAREER ROADMAP

Clear career progression pathways into Project Manager or Senior Clinical Operations Manager roles.

APPLICATION ADVISORY

Highlight your clinical trial management experience, familiarity with CTMS/TMF, and ability to work 3rd shift hours during your interview.

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