Parexel Recruitment – Senior Data Surveillance Analyst
Parexel is hiring a Senior Data Surveillance Analyst for its Clinical Trials team in India, with Hyderabad as the primary location and Bengaluru as an additional location. This opportunity is suitable for experienced professionals in clinical research, clinical data analytics, and risk-based quality management (RBQM). The role involves centralized monitoring of clinical trials, analysis of Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and the use of programming tools to improve data analysis and reporting. Candidates with at least 4 years of biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry experience and 2 years of RBQM experience can review the eligibility requirements.
Company Overview
Parexel is a global clinical development partner providing clinical research and consulting solutions to the life sciences industry. The company collaborates with biopharmaceutical companies and research sites to design and deliver clinical trials, with a focus on patient safety, research quality, and the development of new therapies.
Job Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Company | Parexel |
| Job Title | Senior Data Surveillance Analyst |
| Job ID | R0000047121 |
| Department | Clinical Trials |
| Primary Location | Hyderabad, Telangana, India |
| Additional Location | Bengaluru, Karnataka, India |
| Experience | 4+ years in biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry |
| RBQM Experience | Minimum 2 years |
| Job Category | Clinical Trials |
Job Role & Responsibilities
The Senior Data Surveillance Analyst will lead centralized monitoring activities for global and complex clinical trials. The role involves configuring and maintaining Risk-Based Quality Management (RBQM) systems, analyzing clinical trial data, and supporting regulatory compliance.
Key responsibilities include:
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Act as a subject matter expert in the configuration, implementation, and execution of centralized monitoring RBQM systems across studies.
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Maintain Key Risk Indicator (KRI) and Quality Tolerance Limit (QTL) libraries within the RBQM platform.
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Coordinate with functional and cross-functional stakeholders to develop centralized monitoring configuration specifications.
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Provide operational expertise, training, and guidance on RBQM systems and serve as an escalation point for centralized monitoring issues.
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Conduct centralized monitoring reviews and interpret KRI and KPI data to provide actionable insights.
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Use programming languages such as R, SQL, or SAS to develop custom analyses, automate workflows, and integrate data systems.
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Support improvements to technologies, systems, processes, and training materials used in centralized monitoring and RBQM.
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Participate in process improvement initiatives and contribute to innovation in centralized monitoring.
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Help improve study execution, data accuracy, patient safety, and clinical trial performance.
Eligibility & Qualifications
Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
Relevant qualifications may include B.Pharm, M.Pharm, Pharm.D, B.Sc. Life Sciences, M.Sc. Life Sciences, B.Sc. Biotechnology, M.Sc. Biotechnology, Statistics, Biostatistics, Data Science, Clinical Research, or related scientific and analytical disciplines. These are examples of potentially relevant qualifications; the official posting does not provide an exhaustive list of accepted degrees.
Experience Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
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At least 4 years of relevant biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry experience.
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A minimum of 2 years of direct experience with RBQM systems or similar centralized monitoring platforms.
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Knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines, regulatory requirements, and clinical trial processes.
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Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data manipulation and reporting.
Preferred Qualifications
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A master’s degree in a related field, such as Data Science, Biostatistics, or Clinical Research.
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Experience with CluePoints or similar centralized monitoring and RBQM solutions.
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Experience in site monitoring, clinical data management, or clinical operations.
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Ability to identify and interpret business trends and apply findings to centralized monitoring practices.
Required Technical Skills
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Programming: Python, R, SQL, or SAS.
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Data analytics: Clinical trial data analysis, reporting, and interpretation of KRIs and KPIs.
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RBQM systems: System configuration, implementation, execution, and troubleshooting.
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Database management: Database design, clinical databases, and system integration.
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Automation: Developing scripts to automate analytical workflows.
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Clinical research compliance: Knowledge of ICH-GCP, regulatory requirements, and clinical trial processes.
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Communication: Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and present findings clearly.
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Problem-solving: Critical thinking, attention to detail, and troubleshooting data refreshes and execution errors.
Career Opportunity in Clinical Data Analytics
This position is suited to experienced professionals looking to advance their careers in centralized monitoring, clinical data surveillance, and risk-based quality management. It combines clinical research knowledge with programming, analytical problem-solving, and system configuration to support data-driven decisions throughout clinical trials.
How to Apply
Interested candidates can review the complete job description and apply through Parexel’s recruitment portal.
Apply here: Senior Data Surveillance Analyst – Parexel Official Careers
Candidates should verify the current application status and location-specific requirements on the official careers page before applying.
Job Summary
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Company | Parexel |
| Vacancies (position titles) | Senior Data Surveillance Analyst |
| Required Education | Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field; master’s degree in Data Science, Biostatistics, or Clinical Research preferred |
| Experience | 4+ years in biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry, including at least 2 years with RBQM systems or similar centralized monitoring platforms |