Clinical Support Assistant - London based

Title - Clinical Support Associate

Location - Central London (3 days in the office required per week) 

Sponsor dedicated

As a Clinical Support Associate will be joining the world’s largest & most comprehensive clinical research organisation, powered by healthcare intelligence. ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation. From molecule to medicine, we advance clinical research providing outsourced services to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device and government and public health organisations. With our patients at the centre of all that we do, we help to accelerate the development of drugs and devices that save lives and improve quality of life. Our people are our greatest strength, are at the core of our culture, and the driving force behind our success. ICON people have a mission to succeed and a passion that ensures what we do, we do well.

The CSA plays a fundamental role in the successful execution of global clinical trials by supporting the Local Study Team in the coordination of logistical and administrative tasks at a local level. Our team help to speed the development of life-changing therapeutics and to make a distinctive contribution to the health and well-being of patients. Key responsibilities in this role include:  

What you will be doing:

• Proactively assisting Project Managers in running of clinical studies and supporting field based CRA teams to maximise study performance and to ensure good quality output
• Working closely with In-House Set Up Team and Project Manages to improve rapid study start up and reduce study start up timelines 
• Central point of contact for study related issues across medical and other departments within UK 
• Maintaining and updating of the Trial Master File and preparation for relevant QC checks when applicable 
• Tracking site budget related matters, including processing invoices, tracking payments and also for scheduling meetings, updating Excel trackers, coordinating the translation of site documents 
• Producing study aids and clinical documentation 

You are:

• An interest in the pharmaceutical industry and clinical research. 
• A degree level qualification in Life Science, have equivalent experience or be a licensed healthcare professional. 
• We are happy to review applications from Life Science graduates who are keen to enter the clinical research industry or experienced clinical trial administrators. 
• Fluent English, along with proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office suite is required. 

Why ICON?

Our focus is to provide you with a comprehensive and competitive total reward package that comprises, not only an excellent level of base pay, but also a wide range of variable pay and recognition programs. In addition, our best in class employee benefits, supportive policies and wellbeing initiatives are tailored to support you and your family at all stages of your career - both now, and into the future.

Our success depends on the knowledge, capabilities and quality of our people. That’s why we are committed to developing our employees in a continuous learning culture – one where we challenge you with engaging work and where every experience adds to your professional development.

ICON, including subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know.

Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless – there’s every chance you’re exactly what we’re looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles.