Medpace is hiring fresh graduates as Entry-Level Clinical Research Associates (CRAs).
Published onJuly 5, 2026
Clinical Research Associate (Entry Level)
Medpace
Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences/Pharmacy/related healthcare field.
Navi Mumbai
Freshers
Job Posted Date:05/07/2026
Job Overview
Medpace is looking for motivated graduates to join their team as Entry-Level Clinical Research Associates (CRAs). This position is an excellent opportunity for individuals who want to begin a career in clinical research. Comprehensive training will be provided, making prior CRA experience unnecessary.
The role involves supporting clinical trials by ensuring research sites follow study protocols, regulatory guidelines, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards while maintaining accurate and reliable study data.
Who Can Apply?
Applicants with a bachelor's degree in a health, medical, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or life sciences discipline are encouraged to apply.
Candidates from backgrounds such as nursing, pharmacy, biotechnology, dietetics, biomedical sciences, research assistance, or healthcare coordination are also welcome.
Experience as a Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) is beneficial but not mandatory.
Ability to travel frequently for site visits (approximately 60–80% of the time).
Willingness to learn clinical research processes and regulatory standards.
Training and Career Development
Location: Navi Mumbai, India
Experience Level: Entry Level
Key Responsibilities
As an Entry-Level Clinical Research Associate, your responsibilities may include:
- Conducting site qualification, initiation, routine monitoring, and closeout visits.
- Reviewing study documentation to ensure compliance with approved protocols and regulatory requirements.
- Verifying the accuracy of clinical trial data by comparing source documents with case report forms.
- Confirming participant eligibility according to study inclusion and exclusion criteria.
- Monitoring investigational product accountability and study-related documentation.
- Reviewing adverse event reporting and ensuring timely documentation.
- Communicating with investigators, study coordinators, and site personnel regarding study progress and compliance.
- Identifying protocol deviations and recommending corrective actions when necessary.
- Preparing monitoring reports and maintaining detailed records of site visits.
- Assisting research sites in improving participant recruitment and retention strategies.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Nursing, Medicine, or a related healthcare field.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Clinical research fundamentals
Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
Site monitoring techniques
Regulatory compliance
Documentation standards
Clinical trial operations
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Successful candidates will receive structured onboarding and professional training.
A Clinical Research Associate plays a vital role in ensuring that clinical trials are conducted ethically, safely, and according to regulatory requirements. This career offers opportunities to work on innovative medicines and medical technologies while developing expertise in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries.
The role also offers opportunities to gain experience across multiple therapeutic areas and advance into senior CRA or management positions.