Thermo Fisher Scientific is hiring Clinical Research Associate I (CRA I) professionals for a fully remote opportunity in India. If you have clinical monitoring experience and strong knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your clinical research career with a global leader supporting top pharmaceutical and biotech companies.
Thermo Fisher has supported 2,700+ clinical trials across 100+ countries in the last five years. As a Clinical Research Associate I, you will play a critical role in clinical trial monitoring, regulatory compliance, and site management, ensuring patient safety and data integrity.
🔎 Job Overview
Role: Clinical Research Associate I (CRA I)
Location: Remote, India
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Monday–Friday
Travel Requirement: 60–80% (including site visits and overnight stays)
Requisition ID: R-01342870
🎯 Key Responsibilities – Clinical Research Associate I
As a CRA I at Thermo Fisher, your responsibilities will include:
1️⃣ Risk-Based Monitoring & Compliance
Conduct on-site and remote monitoring visits using risk-based monitoring (RBM) strategies
Perform SDV (Source Data Verification), SDR (Source Data Review), and CRF review
Apply root cause analysis (RCA) for protocol deviations
Ensure compliance with ICH-GCP guidelines, SOPs, and regulatory requirements
2️⃣ Site Management & Documentation
Initiate, monitor, and close out clinical trial sites
Ensure essential documents are complete and audit-ready
Maintain and update CTMS (Clinical Trial Management System)
Support investigator payment processes
3️⃣ Investigational Product & Trial Oversight
Review investigational product inventory and records
Ensure protocol adherence and subject safety
Escalate compliance issues to clinical management
4️⃣ Communication & Reporting
Prepare monitoring reports and follow-up letters
Coordinate with sponsors, investigators, and internal teams
Support audits and inspections
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences / Pharmacy / Nursing (RN) or equivalent qualification
Experience
Minimum 2 years of clinical monitoring experience
Experience in clinical trials, medical research, or healthcare environment
Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy
🧠 Required Skills
Strong understanding of ICH-GCP and regulatory compliance
Experience in Risk-Based Monitoring (RBM)
Excellent documentation and report writing skills
Good English communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage 60–80% travel
💰 Salary for CRA I in India (Estimated)
Based on current industry standards for a Clinical Research Associate I in India, the expected salary range is:
₹6,00,000 – ₹9,00,000 per annum (CTC)
(Salary may vary based on experience, sponsor model, and monitoring exposure.)
🌟 Why Join Thermo Fisher?
Global exposure to multinational clinical trials
Opportunity to work with top 50 pharma companies
Remote flexibility with structured monitoring processes
