Clinical Research Associate
Sova Health
Gurugram, Haryana, India
Posted on May 15, 2026
Clinical Research Associate (CRA)
Location: Gurugram
Job Role: Full time
Reporting: Co-founder
Sova (www.sova.health) is India's first full-stack microbiome health company. We are pioneers in gut health in India, offering probiotic supplements backed by state-of-the-art microbiome diagnostics and therapeutic programs. We are a well-funded startup with investors from Singapore, the US, and India. Working with us, you get to take part in changing people's lives for the better. Every day!
Why Join Sova?
Sova, in Hebrew, means the feeling of satiety, and this is our promise to our consumers. Be part of a mission-driven company with a vision to add a billion healthy years to the world. Work in a collaborative and innovative environment that values integrity and is driven by ownership. Contribute to changing people's lives for the better every day.
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Clinical Research Associate (CRA) to join our clinical research team. The CRA will be responsible for the planning, execution, monitoring, and management of clinical trials, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines and company protocols. A key aspect of this role includes hands-on data integration, data cleaning, and data analysis and publications to support evidence-based decision-making across the trial lifecycle. This role requires strong analytical skills, scientific rigor, excellent communication, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities
Skills: data analysis,health,clinical trials,communication,clinical research,research
Location: Gurugram
Job Role: Full time
Reporting: Co-founder
Sova (www.sova.health) is India's first full-stack microbiome health company. We are pioneers in gut health in India, offering probiotic supplements backed by state-of-the-art microbiome diagnostics and therapeutic programs. We are a well-funded startup with investors from Singapore, the US, and India. Working with us, you get to take part in changing people's lives for the better. Every day!
Why Join Sova?
Sova, in Hebrew, means the feeling of satiety, and this is our promise to our consumers. Be part of a mission-driven company with a vision to add a billion healthy years to the world. Work in a collaborative and innovative environment that values integrity and is driven by ownership. Contribute to changing people's lives for the better every day.
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Clinical Research Associate (CRA) to join our clinical research team. The CRA will be responsible for the planning, execution, monitoring, and management of clinical trials, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines and company protocols. A key aspect of this role includes hands-on data integration, data cleaning, and data analysis and publications to support evidence-based decision-making across the trial lifecycle. This role requires strong analytical skills, scientific rigor, excellent communication, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, coordinate, and manage clinical trials from site initiation to study close-out.
- Maintain and update trial documentation, including investigator brochures, protocols, and informed consent forms.
- Conduct and document site qualification, initiation, monitoring, and close-out visits (on-site and remote).
- Ensure compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), regulatory requirements, and company policies.
- Support the preparation and submission of regulatory documents to relevant authorities and ethics committees.
- Track and manage trial-related materials, including investigational products and supplies.
- Communicate with investigators, site staff, vendors, and internal stakeholders to facilitate smooth trial operations.
- Organize and participate in clinical team meetings, taking minutes and following up on action items.
- Assist in processing and tracking study invoices, contracts, and budgets.
- Maintain trial master files (TMF) and ensure proper documentation for audits and inspections.
- Validate incoming data against study protocols to confirm completeness, accuracy, and consistency.
- Manage database reconciliation activities, including cross-system data matching and discrepancy resolution.
- Maintain audit trails for all data integrations to support regulatory inspections.
- Ensure Data Integrity and Liability, support in Sponsor/Trial Data collection, cleaning , Analysis and publications.
- Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, healthcare, or a related field.
- 1-3 years of experience as CRA.
- Knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines, FDA regulations, and other relevant clinical research standards.
- Strong data cleaning skills: query management, edit checks, outlier detection, and database lock processes.
- Attention to detail, analytical mindset, and excellent organisational skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in G Suite.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in at least one data analysis language:SPSS.
- Experience working in a pharmaceutical, biotech, or contract research organization (CRO) setting.
- Certification in clinical research (e.g., ACRP, SOCRA) is advantageous.
- Exposure to real-world data (RWD) platforms or clinical dashboards.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- A collaborative and inclusive work environment.
Skills: data analysis,health,clinical trials,communication,clinical research,research