Global Partnering Associate

Why This Role Matters
This role is critical in ensuring the smooth execution of clinical research by managing and qualifying GxP-compliant vendors. By supporting vendor selection, onboarding, and governance, you directly contribute to the quality, compliance, and efficiency of clinical trials—ultimately impacting the successful delivery of innovative therapies to patients worldwide.

Job Description
The Global Partnering Associate supports vendor management and partnering activities within clinical research programs. Working closely with the Global Partnering Manager and cross-functional teams, you will be responsible for vendor qualification, compliance tracking, and coordination across internal stakeholders and external partners during pre-award and post-award stages of clinical studies.

Key Features of the Role:
• Exposure to global clinical research and vendor management processes
• Opportunity to work with international stakeholders and GxP vendors
• Involvement in RFP processes and study start-up activities
• Hands-on experience in compliance, audits, and risk management
• Cross-functional collaboration across QA, Contracts, and Project Management teams

Responsibilities
• Assist in identification, selection, qualification, and onboarding of GxP vendors
• Maintain and update the approved vendor database and documentation
• Coordinate with Contracts team for NDA execution with vendors
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance (QA) to manage vendor audits and compliance status
• Ensure vendor processes comply with global regulations (e.g., GDPR, UK Bribery Act)
• Support RFP processes and vendor evaluation during study start-up phases
• Coordinate with Project Managers for issue tracking and escalation management
• Organize vendor governance calls, document meeting minutes, and track action items
• Conduct internal surveys and gather feedback for continuous improvement
• Participate in strategic initiatives within the Global Partnering function

Required Qualifications
• Strong understanding of vendor management and clinical research processes
• Knowledge of GxP compliance and regulatory frameworks
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and projects simultaneously

Educational Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Pharmacy, or related field
• Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharm) or MBA preferred
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification is an added advantage

Experience and Skills:
• Minimum 4 years of experience in Vendor Management, Clinical Operations, or Project Management
• Experience in Pharma, Biotech, or Clinical Research Organization (CRO) preferred
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
• Ability to work cross-functionally with global teams
• Strong attention to detail and risk assessment capability
• Passion for clinical research and continuous learning

Salary Insights
• Estimated salary range: ₹8 LPA – ₹14 LPA (depending on experience and organization)

Company Overview
Emmes Group is a globally recognized clinical research organization with over four decades of experience in advancing medical research. The company specializes in areas such as cell and gene therapy, vaccines, infectious diseases, rare diseases, and neuroscience. With a strong focus on innovation and collaboration, Emmes partners with government bodies, biopharma companies, and research institutions to accelerate clinical development and improve patient outcomes worldwide.

FAQs
• Is this role technical or management-focused?
It is a hybrid role combining operational, compliance, and project coordination responsibilities.

• Do I need prior CRO experience?
It is preferred but not mandatory if you have relevant vendor management or project experience.

• What is GxP in this role?
GxP refers to Good Practice guidelines (like GMP, GCP) ensuring quality and compliance in clinical research.

• What career growth can I expect?
Global Partnering Associate → Vendor Manager → Clinical Project Manager → Program Manager

Application Tips
• Highlight experience in vendor management, audits, or clinical operations
• Showcase your knowledge of GxP and regulatory compliance
• Emphasize stakeholder management and communication skills
• Include examples of handling escalations or cross-functional coordination
• Demonstrate familiarity with clinical trial processes and documentation