Clinical Research Executive

Alcon
Full Time
₹16 Lakhs - ₹19 Lakhs
Bangalore
Posted 9h ago

Clinical Research Executive

Alcon

Job description

Want to advance in eye-care innovation through clinical research? Alcon is looking for a Principal I, Clinical Project Lead to join its Clinical Research & Development Center of Excellence in Bengaluru, India.

 Company Description 

Alcon is a global leader in eye care, with products in Surgical and Vision Care. Its products include ophthalmic surgical equipment, intraocular lenses, contact lenses and other eye-health treatments. The company has a global presence in international markets, invests in clinical research and development to advance eye-care technologies, improve eyesight and meet the increasing needs of patients and eye-care professionals.

 Job Summary  

The Clinical Research Executive is a full-time, on-site role in Bengaluru, India. The position involves assisting with clinical research activities in the areas of vision science and ophthalmology with a view to transforming scientific discoveries into clinically relevant results. The successful candidate will be involved in clinical study design, data evaluation, research reporting and scientific communication. The position also involves assuring quality of paperwork and compliance with appropriate research and regulatory standards. Work Hours: 1 PM to 10 PM IST. Relocation aid provided.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop clinical research study protocols consistent with scientific aims and include adequate statistical analysis plans.

  • Help in the preparation of clinical research source documents and case report forms as per project requirements.

  • Assistance with clinical trial registration and Institutional Review Board (IRB) submissions.

  • Organize, process and review clinical trial records to ensure correctness, consistency and availability of data for analysis .

  • Analyze and analyze the results of clinical studies to uncover significant scientific data.

  • Prepare clinical trial reports assuring data integrity, scientific quality and compliance with regulatory standards.

  • Participate in peer-reviewed journal publications, research abstracts, scientific posters and presentations.

  • Collect competitive intelligence from optometry and ophthalmology conferences, scientific papers, medical journals and internal company sources.

  • Review and synthesize published literature to uncover relevant results in vision science and ophthalmology.

  • Prepare literature evaluations, scientific summaries and presentation materials on research issues of interest to the organization .

  • Adhere to Good Practice (GxP) regulations, standard operating procedures (SOPs), full documentation and necessary training.


 Educational Qualification 

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in life sciences required from a recognised university.

  • Direct experience in clinical research required.


 Skills Required  

  • Experience in clinical research methodologies in ophthalmology, optometry or vision science.

  • Experience in organizing, conducting and reporting of clinical investigations with medical ophthalmic equipment.

  • Ability to create clinical trial procedures and to grasp statistical analysis plans.

  • Excellent scientific writing, literature review and research documentation skills.

  • Ability to examine, interpret and summarize clinical data and published scientific evidence.

  • Understanding of the quality and regulatory compliance needs of clinical research.

  • Good written and spoken communication skills in English.

  • Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and ISO standards is preferred.

  • Knowledge of physiological optics, binocular vision, accommodation, intraocular lenses or contact lenses is a plus.


 Salary Structure 

The average salary of a Clinical Research Associate at Alcon  in India is ₹16-19 Lakhs per annum.

 Career Development 

This role, as a Clinical Research Executive, offers prospects for gaining additional experience in clinical research, vision science, ophthalmic technologies, scientific writing and clinical study reporting. Experiences in these areas may help enable future career advancement in clinical research, scientific affairs and ophthalmology focused product development.

 How to Apply 

  • Go to our job portal and search Clinical Research Executive- Alcon opening.

  • Open the listing, read the full job description, and eligibility requirements.

  • Fill in your information and upload your resume.

  • Submit your application.

Employment Type: Full Time
Industry: Healthcare
Role Category: Non Clinical Jobs
Application: External (Company Site)

Education

Postgraduate Degree (Master's/PhD)

Key Skills

Non Clinical JobsClinical Research

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