Fortrea has announced a new opportunity for the position of Payment Associate I in Bangalore. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for Life Science graduates looking to build a career in clinical research operations, investigator payments, and clinical trial finance management.
If you have 0–2 years of experience in clinical research and a working knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines, this role offers exposure to investigator payments, invoice QC, EDC review, and study close-out reconciliation processes within global clinical trials.
🏢 About the Company – Fortrea
Fortrea is a leading global contract research organization (CRO) providing clinical development solutions across therapeutic areas. The company supports pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device clients worldwide with expertise in clinical trial management, regulatory compliance, and patient safety.
📍 Job Overview
- Position: Payment Associate I
- Location: Bangalore, India
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Experience Required: 0–2 Years
- Department: Clinical Research Operations – Investigator Payments
🔬 Key Responsibilities – Payment Associate I
Investigator Payments & Financial Processing
- Review EDC data and clinical trial contracts.
- Process investigator payments in the payment system.
- Generate cover letters or proforma invoices.
- Perform Invoice Quality Control (QC).
- Coordinate with CTL and PM for payment batch approvals.
- Process Out-of-Pocket (OOP) and Pass-Through expense invoices.
- Perform payment reconciliation during study close-out.
Clinical Trial Support
- Assist in investigator submission packages for regulatory/site submission.
- Support investigator payment processing activities.
- Assist study startup teams with site activation tasks.
- Manage assigned studies and ensure timely document uploads.
- Follow up with study teams on query resolution.
Compliance & Quality
- Adhere to departmental SOPs and Work Instructions.
- Ensure compliance with ICH-GCP guidelines.
- Maintain accurate project documentation.
- Perform internal quality checks.
- Escalate issues appropriately.
🎓 Qualifications & Eligibility
Educational Qualification
- University/College Degree (Life Science preferred)
OR - Certification in allied health profession (Nursing, Medical Lab Technology, etc.)
Experience Required
- 0–2 years in clinical research or related roles.
- Working knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- High attention to detail.
- Ability to use departmental systems and tools.
💰 Salary (Estimated)
Based on industry standards for entry-level CRO roles in Bangalore:
- ₹3.5 LPA – ₹5.5 LPA (Approximate Range)
Salary may vary depending on experience and company policy.
🌟 Why This Role is Important
The Payment Associate I position plays a crucial role in ensuring:
- Timely investigator payments
- Financial compliance in clinical trials
- Accurate reconciliation during study close-outs
- Smooth coordination between clinical teams and finance teams
This role builds strong foundational expertise in clinical trial finance, investigator payment processing, and regulatory compliance, making it a strong stepping stone toward roles like Clinical Trial Associate, Study Coordinator, or Clinical Operations Specialist.
📈 Career Growth Opportunities
After gaining experience, candidates can grow into:
- Senior Payment Associate
- Clinical Trial Associate (CTA)
- Study Finance Analyst
- Project Finance Coordinator
- Clinical Operations Specialist
📩 How to Apply
