This job is with Novartis, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly. Summary LI-Hybrid Location: Hyderabad, India Relocation Support: This role is based in Hyderabad, India. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible. Join Novartis and help shape the financial foundation of groundbreaking clinical research. As a Study Grants Manager, you will translate complex study protocols into grant plans and fair market value assessments that support faster site activation and better forecasting across global, regional and local clinical trials. This is an opportunity to collaborate with global teams, influence study design decisions, drive operational efficiency, and contribute to advancing cutting-edge medicines that improve and extend people's lives. About the Role Key Responsibilities Translate clinical protocol schedules of assessment into accurate grant plans and Fair Market Value cost estimates.



Lead grant plan development with study teams to support timely site contracting. Partner with Study Leaders to evaluate protocol design impacts on trial costs and operations. Contribute to forecasting accuracy through collaboration with study leads, start-up, and budgeting teams. Provide operational insights on study procedures, visit design, and cost drivers. Build strong partnerships with country organizations to support timely site selection and site contract negotiation. Prepare Fair Market Value assessments supporting investigator initiated and local studies. Partner with GrantPlan and FMV tool vendors to ensure assessment accuracy and continuous cost model improvements. Identify opportunities for productivity and operational efficiency, cost avoidance, and forecasting accuracy . Analyze protocol amendments and provide detailed comparisons of budget and cost impacts. Essential Requirements Bachelor's degree in life sciences or b

📌 Study Grants Manager (India)
🏢 Novartis
📍 India