TEMP Research Consultant

Company Information 

At Advarra, we are passionate about making a difference in the world of clinical research and advancing human health. With a rich history rooted in ethical review services combined with innovative technology solutions and deep industry expertise, we are at the forefront of industry change. A market leader and pioneer, Advarra breaks the silos that impede clinical research, aligning patients, sites, sponsors, and CROs in a connected ecosystem to accelerate trials. 

Company Culture  

Our employees are the heart of Advarra. They are the key to our success and the driving force behind our mission and vision. Our values (Patient-Centric, Ethical, Quality Focused, Collaborative) guide our actions and decisions. Knowing the impact of our work on trial participants and patients, we act with urgency and purpose to advance clinical research so that people can live happier, healthier lives.  

At Advarra, we seek to foster an inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone is treated with respect and diverse perspectives are embraced. Treating one another, our clients, and clinical trial participants with empathy and care are key tenets of our culture at Advarra; we are committed to creating a workplace where each employee is not only valued but empowered to thrive and make a meaningful impact. 

Job Duties & Responsibilities  

• Develop a familiarity with Advarra’s Clinical Trial Management Software (CTMS), Institutional Review Board (IRB), CIRBI to support the Client Services teams needs in various functions including but not limited to Translation Management, Safety Reporting, Ongoing Reviews – Site Termination and IRB submissions. 
• Ability to document issues, share customer responses and utilize software effectively to ensure high turnaround of Study Start Up.  
• Close monitoring of customer escalations and timely resolution.  
• Work closely with reporting manager to complete daily/ weekly assigned tasks with pre-determined quality and productivity metrics.  
• Understand and utilize internal case management software and other reporting software to ensure that daily/weekly work assignments are appropriately tracked and completed. 
• Actively participate in team meetings and contribute meaningfully to discussions related to specific customer cases and/or protocols. 

Location  

This role is open to candidates working from office in Bengaluru, India. 

  Basic Qualifications   

• Knowledge of clinical research methodology, industry regulations, study start up activities and Good Clinical Practice guidelines related to human research. 
• Expected to work independently, as well as in a team environment.  
• Good organizational and administrative abilities  
• Familiarity with MS Office and various business software 

Preferred Qualifications  

• Preferred: 0-1 year internship experience in job areas such as: 
• Clinical trial coordinator at site  
• Study Start-Up, Regulatory Affairs, IRB and Ethics Committee Submissions 
• Clinical data management 
• Records management 
• Highly personable nature that fosters teamwork 
• Excellent communication skills – spoken as well as written 
• High energy and positive attitude towards working in a culturally diverse environment 
• A passion for ensuring outstanding customer support with a solutions-oriented attitude. 
• Proactive and takes ownership in all tasks from start-to-finish. 

Physical and Mental Requirements 

• Sit or stand for extended periods of time at stationary workstation 
• Regularly carry, raise, and lower objects of up to 10 Lbs.  
• Learn and comprehend basic instructions 
• Focus and attention to tasks and responsibilities 
• Verbal communication; listening and understanding, responding, and speaking  

Advarra is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing a workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identify), national origin, age, disability or genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.