Hybrid Clinical Research Job at Johnson & Johnson
Looking to build a successful Clinical Research Job career with a globally trusted healthcare company? Here is an exciting opportunity from Johnson & Johnson Careers for passionate candidates in life sciences, pharmacy, and clinical trial operations. This Hybrid Job opportunity is open in Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, and Delhi, making it an excellent opportunity for life science graduates aiming to work in cutting-edge clinical research and healthcare innovation. If you are experienced in clinical trials, site management, and regulatory compliance, this role can accelerate your professional journey in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industry.
About the Company
Johnson & Johnson is a global healthcare organization dedicated to advancing health through innovation in pharmaceuticals, medical technology, and healthcare solutions. Guided by its commitment to diversity, inclusion, and scientific excellence, the company focuses on improving patient outcomes and transforming healthcare worldwide.
Job Details:
- Job Title: Associate Site Manager
- Company: Johnson & Johnson
- Function: R&D Operations
- Sub Function: Clinical Trial Support
- Category: Analyst, Clinical Trial Support (P4 – E24)
- Locations: Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Delhi
- Work Pattern: Hybrid
- Requisition Number: R-064980
Role Overview
The Associate Site Manager is an entry-level clinical site management role responsible for supporting clinical trial execution across assigned investigational sites. The role serves as the primary liaison between the sponsor and trial sites, ensuring compliance with clinical protocols, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), company SOPs, and regulatory guidelines throughout the study lifecycle.
The position involves site initiation, monitoring, subject recruitment support, data quality oversight, and site close-out activities while collaborating closely with Local Trial Managers (LTM), Clinical Trial Assistants (CTA), and Trial Delivery Leaders (TDL).
Key Responsibilities
- Site Management & Monitoring
- Act as the primary company contact for assigned trial sites
- Participate in site feasibility assessments and Site Qualification Visits (SQV)
- Conduct site initiation, monitoring, remote monitoring, and close-out activities
- Implement analytical risk-based monitoring strategies at the site level
- Ensure timely resolution of issues identified during monitoring visits
- Clinical Trial Operations
- Ensure site staff receive protocol and trial-related training with accurate documentation
- Support site activation activities for timely study initiation
- Contribute to recruitment strategies and contingency planning
- Ensure adequate availability of study supplies, lab kits, and investigational products
- Drug Accountability & Compliance
- Monitor proper handling, storage, inventory, and return of clinical drug supplies
- Coordinate destruction of clinical supplies when required
- Ensure adherence to SOPs, GCP guidelines, and regulatory requirements
- Data Management & Safety Reporting
- Ensure timely data entry and query resolution by site staff
- Verify accuracy, validity, and completeness of trial data
- Ensure timely reporting and documentation of AEs, SAEs, and Product Quality Complaints (PQCs)
- Documentation & Reporting
- Maintain complete and accurate trial documentation in relevant systems
- Prepare monitoring visit reports and follow-up communications
- Ensure study file completeness and compliance with archiving requirements
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders including investigators and coordinators
- Support CAPA activities related to QA audits and compliance findings
- Participate in team meetings, trainings, and process improvement initiatives
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess any of the following qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, or related field
- A Ph.D. in a relevant discipline is an added advantage
Experience
Typically 2–4 years of on-site clinical monitoring experience
Required Skills & Competencies
- Clinical Trials and Clinical Trial Operations
- Clinical Data Management
- Knowledge of regulatory environments and research ethics
- Strong analytical reasoning and problem-solving skills
- Process-oriented mindset with attention to detail
- Effective stakeholder communication and collaboration
- Time management and execution focus
- Project support and issue escalation capabilities
- Business English proficiency
