IQVIA, a global leader in clinical research and healthcare intelligence, is inviting applications for the role of Centralized Monitoring Assistant (CMS Assistant) across multiple locations in India. This opportunity is ideal for life sciences graduates with experience in clinical trials, centralized monitoring, and risk-based monitoring (RBM) who are looking to grow their career with a world-class CRO.
The Centralized Monitoring Assistant role plays a critical part in ensuring data quality, site performance oversight, and regulatory compliance across clinical studies, supporting clinical monitoring teams under Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards.
Job Overview – Centralized Monitoring Assistant
As a Centralized Monitoring Assistant at IQVIA, you will provide study-level operational and administrative support to Clinical Monitoring Services (CMS) teams. The role focuses on site performance monitoring, KRI review, risk identification, and tracking compliance, ensuring studies are delivered on time and with high quality.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide project-related and administrative support to assigned clinical study teams
- Ensure compliance with SOPs, GCP, ICH guidelines, and regulatory requirements
- Prepare and maintain study trackers, status reports, and system-generated reports
- Support CMS leads and Clinical Monitors with delegated centralized monitoring tasks
- Review site-level Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and historical site performance
- Identify site-level risks and issues during study conduct
- Recommend corrective actions such as site telephone contacts or triggered onsite visits
- Review effectiveness of implemented corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs)
- Assist in preparation of i-site packs for assigned studies and countries
- Support access management activities and vendor coordination
- Assist Technical Solution Specialists (TSS) with Excel-based formulations and dashboards
- Participate in kick-off meetings, weekly team meetings, and client meetings
- Adhere strictly to activities outlined in the Statement of Work (SOW)
Eligibility & Qualifications
- Graduate or Postgraduate degree in Life Sciences or equivalent
- Minimum 2 years of work experience, including 6 months of relevant experience in clinical research or centralized monitoring
- Basic understanding of ICH-GCP, clinical trial regulations, and local regulatory requirements
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
- Excellent time management and attention to detail
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional and global teams
- Good data entry, reporting, and analytical skills
Job Locations
- Bangalore, Karnataka
- Noida, Uttar Pradesh
- Thane, Maharashtra
- Kochi, Kerala
Salary & Benefits
- Estimated Salary: ₹3,50,000 – ₹6,50,000 per annum (based on experience & location)
- Full-time permanent role with a global CRO
- Exposure to risk-based monitoring and centralized monitoring models
- Career growth opportunities in Clinical Operations and Clinical Data Oversight
- Work with global sponsors and cross-functional teams
Why Join IQVIA?
IQVIA is one of the world’s most trusted clinical research organizations (CROs), operating across India, the USA, Europe, and other global markets. Employees benefit from structured career paths, strong learning ecosystems, and the opportunity to contribute to innovative medical research that improves patient outcomes worldwide.
How to Apply
