Senior Clinical Trial Associate

Location: Gurugram

Job Type: Full-time

Sova ( is Indias first full-stack microbiome health company and a pioneer in gut health. We develop science-backed probiotic supplements powered by advanced microbiome diagnostics and therapeutic programs.

Backed by investors from Singapore, the US, and India, Sova is building the future of personalized healthdriven by science, technology, and impact.

Sova means satiety in Hebrewour promise to consumers and the foundation of our work. Join a mission-driven organization with a bold vision to add a billion healthy years to the world .

At Sova, youll work in a collaborative, innovation-led environment that values integrity, ownership, and meaningful impactwhere your work improves lives every day.

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Clinical Trial Associate (Senior CTA) to join our clinical research team. In this role, you will independently support and oversee the planning, execution, and management of clinical trials, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, ICH-GCP guidelines, and internal protocols.

You will play a key role in trial operations, stakeholder coordination, and mentoring junior team members while working closely with cross-functional teams.

• Independently support and coordinate clinical trials from study initiation through close-out
• Oversee and maintain comprehensive trial documentation, including protocols, investigator brochures, informed consent forms, and amendments
• Ensure compliance with ICH-GCP, regulatory guidelines, and internal SOPs across all trial activities
• Lead and support preparation, review, and submission of regulatory documents to ethics committees and regulatory authorities
• Manage and track investigational products, essential documents, and study supplies
• Support site selection, site activation, monitoring activities, and ongoing site communications
• Act as a primary point of contact for investigators, site staff, vendors, CROs, and internal stakeholders
• Organize and participate in clinical team meetings; prepare minutes and track action items
• Review and track study invoices, contracts, and budget-related activities in collaboration with finance and legal teams
• Maintain Trial Master Files (TMF) to audit-ready standards and support audits and inspections
• Provide guidance and informal mentoring to junior CTAs and clinical team members.

• Bachelors degree in Life Sciences, Healthcare, or a related field (Masters preferred)
• 36 years of experience in clinical research, preferably in a CTA or clinical operations role
• Strong working knowledge of ICH-GCP, FDA regulations, and global clinical research standards
• Proven ability to manage multiple studies or complex trial activities independently
• Excellent attention to detail, documentation, and organizational skills
• Strong communication, coordination, and stakeholder management capabilities
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (G Suite)
• Ability to multitask and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or CRO environments
• Clinical research certifications (ACRP, SOCRA) are highly desirable
• Exposure to audits, inspections, or global/multi-site trials.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
• Opportunities for professional growth, leadership exposure, and career advancement
• A collaborative, inclusive, and mission-driven culture
• Meaningful work that directly impacts health outcomes.

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