Clinical Research Operations & Business Development Associate (IT-enabled) (USA based)

World Research Link is seeking a Clinical Research Operations & Business Development Associate based in Karachi, Pakistan. The role involves IT support for website development, business development in clinical research, and managing documentation and administrative tasks. Candidates should have a relevant degree, 2-5 years of experience, and strong communication skills. The position requires working night shifts from 07:00 PM to 03:00 AM.
Position:
Clinical Research Operations & Business Development Associate (IT-enabled) (USA based)


Company:
World Research Link
Head Office:
11914 Astoria Blvd, Suite 480, Houston TX 77089 USA
Contact Info:
+1 (833)-832-8328, FAX: +1 (833)-248-2024


Email:
researchoffice@worldresearchlink.com murtaza.ahmed@worldresearchlink.com


Website:
www.worldresearchlink.com


Reports to:
Quality Assurance Lead


About the Role:
We are a US-based clinical research organization seeking a versatile professional in Karachi who can support IT/website development tasks, assist in business development activities to identify research opportunities locally, and manage clinical documentation and administrative workflows.
Key Responsibilities
1. IT / Website Development Support

Maintain and update company website (content updates, basic development, bug fixes)
Coordinate with external developers if needed
Manage basic IT troubleshooting and digital tools
Support data systems or internal portals (if applicable)

Preferred skills:

HTML, CSS, basic JavaScript (or WordPress/Webflow)
Understanding of website hosting and maintenance
Basic troubleshooting mindset

2. Business Development (Clinical Research Focus)

Proactively identify and pursue new clinical trial opportunities
Schedule and conduct meetings with pharmaceutical companies, sponsors, and CROs to introduce and position WRL as a clinical research site
Present site capabilities, patient population access, investigator experience, and operational strengths to potential partners
Build and maintain strong professional relationships with sponsors, CROs, and industry stakeholders
Research and register the site on relevant online platforms, sponsor portals, and clinical trial networks to increase visibility for upcoming studies
Regularly monitor and update profiles on clinical trial listing platforms and vendor databases
Complete feasibility questionnaires and respond to sponsor inquiries in a timely manner
Contribute to proposal preparation, study start-up strategies, and growth initiatives

Preferred skills:

Strong communication and networking ability
Understanding of healthcare ecosystem in Pakistan (big advantage)
Ability to pitch and engage professionally

3. Documentation & Administrative Support

Maintain Trial Master Files (TMF) or source documentation (as applicable)
Organize and manage study documents in compliance-ready structure
Prepare reports, trackers, and spreadsheets
Handle MS Office tasks (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ensure version control and document accuracy

Preferred skills:

Strong MS Excel (data tracking, basic formulas)
Attention to detail (critical for clinical research)
Familiarity with GCP (Good Clinical Practice) is a plus

Required Profile

Bachelor’s degree (IT, Business, Life Sciences, or related field preferred)
2–5 years of relevant experience (flexible if skill is strong)
Ability to multitask across technical + business + admin work
Strong written and spoken English (important for US coordination)

Nice to Have

Exposure to clinical research / CRO environment
Experience with CRM tools (HubSpot, Zoho, etc.)
WordPress/Webflow experience
Prior BD experience in healthcare/pharma sector in Pakistan

Work Schedule:
07:00 PM – 03:00 AM (Night Shift)
Location:
Karachi | Full-time | Remote/Hybrid | Part time

Apply Now:
Resume with position in subject line to researchoffice@worldresearchlink.com

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