TMC Clinical Trial Coordinator Recruitment 2026 – Walkin

TMC (Tata Memorial Centre) Clinical Trial Coordinator Recruitment 2026 is a walk-in interview process conducted by Tata Memorial Centre, a premier cancer treatment and research institution under the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India. The recruitment is for Clinical Trial Coordinator positions responsible for coordinating clinical research trials, patient recruitment, data management, and regulatory compliance in oncology research. Candidates aged 18-35 years with relevant qualifications are invited to participate in the walk-in interview. This is a contractual position offering opportunities to work in cutting-edge cancer research and clinical trials. The role is crucial for managing clinical trial operations at one of India's leading cancer research centres.

Typical / Indicative vacancy distribution:

Educational Qualification

• Essential: Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Nursing, or related field from a recognized university
• Graduate degree in B.Sc. (Nursing), B.Pharm, B.Sc. (Microbiology/Biotechnology/Life Sciences)
• Desirable: Prior experience in clinical trial coordination, GCP certification, knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines
• Computer proficiency and good communication skills in English

Age Limit

Typical age criteria:

Age Relaxation (Indicative):

Nationality

• Candidate must be a citizen of India
• Certificate of Indian nationality may be required at the time of interview

This is a walk-in interview process. No online application required.

1. Check the official notification on TMC website (tmc.gov.in) for exact walk-in date and venue
2. Prepare all original documents and one set of self-attested photocopies
3. Carry updated CV/Resume with photograph
4. Reach the designated venue 30 minutes before the reporting time mentioned in notification
5. Register at the registration counter by filling the registration form
6. Submit all required documents for verification
7. Attend the interview/skill assessment as per schedule
8. Collect acknowledgment receipt after interview

Application Fees

Typical fee structure (if applicable):

Note: Walk-in interviews typically do not require application fees.

1. Document Verification: Initial screening of educational qualifications, experience certificates, and identity proof at the registration desk
2. Written Test/Skill Assessment: Candidates may be required to take a written test covering clinical trial procedures, GCP guidelines, and basic medical terminology
3. Personal Interview: Face-to-face interview with a panel assessing technical knowledge of clinical trials, communication skills, and suitability for the role
4. Final Selection: Based on combined performance in written test and interview, merit list will be prepared
5. Medical Examination: Selected candidates will undergo medical fitness examination as per institutional requirements

Written Test/Assessment Pattern (Typical)

Negative Marking: Typically no negative marking, but varies by notification.

Interview Pattern

Clinical Trial Fundamentals

• Phases of clinical trials (Phase I, II, III, IV)
• Clinical trial design and methodology
• Randomization and blinding techniques
• Patient recruitment and retention strategies
• Informed consent process
• Trial monitoring and documentation

Good Clinical Practice (GCP)

• ICH-GCP guidelines
• Ethical principles in clinical research
• Investigator responsibilities
• Institutional Review Board (IRB) procedures
• Adverse event reporting
• Source document verification

Regulatory Affairs

• CDSCO (Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation) regulations
• New Drugs and Clinical Trial Rules 2019
• IND (Investigational New Drug) applications
• Drug regulatory framework in India
• Clinical trial registration requirements

Medical Terminology

• Basic anatomy and physiology
• Common medical abbreviations
• Oncology-specific terminology
• Laboratory parameters and normal ranges
• Drug nomenclature and classifications

Data Management

• Case Report Form (CRF) completion
• Electronic Data Capture (EDC) systems
• Data quality and integrity
• Query resolution
• Database management

General Aptitude

• Basic mathematics and statistics
• Logical reasoning
• English comprehension
• Computer knowledge (MS Office, basic IT skills)

Typical / Indicative salary structure for Clinical Trial Coordinator:

Note: As this is typically a contractual position, the salary is consolidated. Permanent positions may have structured pay scales.

For Regular Positions (if applicable):

Clinical Trial Coordinators at TMC have opportunities for career advancement to Senior Clinical Trial Coordinator, Clinical Research Manager, and Clinical Research Operations Manager positions based on performance and experience. With 3-5 years of experience, professionals can transition to regulatory affairs, clinical data management, or pharmaceutical industry roles. The institution also supports professional development through training programs, certifications, and exposure to international collaborative research projects in oncology.

Since this is a walk-in interview process, no formal admit card is issued. Candidates are required to bring the official notification printout, which serves as the call letter. On the day of the walk-in interview, candidates must carry all original certificates, self-attested photocopies, updated resume with photograph, and valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Driving License/Passport) for verification at the registration desk.

Results will be declared within 2-3 weeks after the completion of walk-in interviews. The final selection list will be published on the official TMC website (tmc.gov.in) and displayed on the notice board at the interview venue. Selected candidates will be individually contacted via email or phone for further joining formalities. Candidates should regularly check the official website and their registered email for result updates.

Typical / Indicative cutoff scores vary based on the number of applicants and performance levels. For written assessment, candidates typically need to score 50-60% marks to qualify for the interview round. In the personal interview, a minimum of 60-70% marks is generally required for final selection. Category-wise cutoff may be 5-10% lower for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates compared to general category. Final selection depends on overall merit and availability of positions.

Walk-in Interview Venue: Typically conducted at Tata Memorial Centre campuses.

Major Locations:

• West: Mumbai (Maharashtra) - Main campus at Parel
• West: Navi Mumbai (Maharashtra) - ACTREC Campus, Kharghar
• South: Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) - Regional centre
• East: Kolkata (West Bengal) - Associated centres
• North: Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) - Mahamana Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya Cancer Centre

Candidates should check the official notification for exact venue address and reporting time.