Priyanka Sarmalkar
Mumbai
Summary
Senior Clinical Project Coordinator with 5+ years of experience in clinical trial operations, project coordination, stakeholder management, and laboratory operations across global studies. Proven expertise in managing study deliverables, mitigating risks, driving process improvements, mentoring teams, and implementing automation solutions to enhance operational efficiency. Skilled in collaborating with sponsors, vendors, and cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution, compliance, and high-quality outcome
Senior Clinical Project Coordinator | Project Management | Clinical Operations | Team Leadership | Process Automation | Stakeholder Management
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Overview
3
3
Languages
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Clinical Project Coordinator
IQVIA
09.2025 - Current
- Led more than 10 global clinical trial operations and project coordination using LTMS across multiple studies.
- Managed project risks, stakeholder communications, escalations, and ensured timely milestone delivery.
- Led workload planning, task allocation, and operational execution to streamline project processes.
- Developed and implemented Consolidated LTMS Query Monitoring Report Tool to improve query tracking and reporting.
- Mentored and coached team members, supporting onboarding, training, and professional development.
- Coordinated clinical trial activities, maintaining timelines, issue logs, and study documentation accuracy.
- Supported project managers with CTMS updates, meeting preparation, and action-item follow-up.
- Communicated with sites, vendors, and cross-functional teams to resolve routine study discrepancies.
- Processed clinical trial correspondence, maintaining compliance with SOPs, GCP, and sponsor requirements.
- Monitored study status reports, escalating risks and delays to project leadership promptly.
- Contributed to the overall success of the clinical research department by participating in process improvement initiatives and sharing best practices with colleagues.
- Coordinated internal audits for quality assurance purposes, driving continuous improvement within the organization.
- Managed budgets and resources, ensuring cost-effective allocation for successful project completion.
Clinical Project Coordinator 2
IQVIA
07.2023 - 08.2025
- Managed global clinical study operations and laboratory workflows to ensure compliance and accuracy in QLIMS.
- Oversaw database activities and study deliverables to ensure timely sample tracking across multiple studies.
- Monitored timelines, key performance indicators, and operational metrics.
- Facilitated stakeholder communications and cross-functional collaboration to align project goals and enhance operational efficiency.
- Drove process improvements to enhance efficiency, quality, and client satisfaction.
- Scheduled meetings, prepared agendas, and distributed follow-up actions to support project execution.
- Maintained accurate trial records, ensuring consistent documentation across clinical project files and systems.
Clinical Project Coordinator 1
IQVIA
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Coordinated study setup, sample management, and laboratory operations with QLIMS to streamline processes.
- Managed specimen tracking, kit inventory, and study-related database activities to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Managed specimen tracking, kit inventory, and study-related database activities.
- Developed MAN for Kit Type Change and Frozen Shipment Verification Form Tool, improving efficiency and reducing manual effort.
- Facilitated issue resolution to enhance study delivery timelines.
Education
Master of Science - Bioanalytical Science
Ramnarain Ruia Autonomous College
Mumbai, Maharashtra01-2021
Skills
- Clinical Trial Operations
- Project Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Issue resolution
- Clinical Data Analysis
- Operational Strategy
- People Management
- Client Relationship Management
- Process Automation & Innovation
- Team Development & Mentoring
- Client-Centric Approach
Languages
English
Hindi
Marathi
Timeline
Senior Clinical Project Coordinator
IQVIA
09.2025 - Current
Clinical Project Coordinator 2
IQVIA
07.2023 - 08.2025
Clinical Project Coordinator 1
IQVIA
08.2021 - 05.2023
Master of Science - Bioanalytical Science
Ramnarain Ruia Autonomous College
Personal Information
Title: Senior Clinical Project Coordinator | Clinical Operations | Project Management | Team Leadership | Process Improvement
Key Achievements
- Developed MAN for Kit Type Change, reducing manual effort and improving process efficiency.
- Designed Frozen Shipment Verification Form Tool to streamline shipment verification activities.
- Created Consolidated LTMS Query Monitoring Report Tool to enhance query tracking and reporting.
- Mentored team members through onboarding, training, and process guidance.
- Supported successful delivery of multiple global clinical studies across Oncology and Ophthalmology programs.