Configuration & QC Specialist (Study Start-Up Specialist)

If you have experience creating supporting documentation so that clinical sites are able to facilitate proper specimen collection, packaging/shipping, reference range tables, and lab manuals from a central laboratory, learn how you can play a key role as Study Start-Up Specialist for ICON Laboratory Services (ILS) which is dedicated exclusively to central laboratory testing and the associate services for clinical trials.    

About the Study Start-Up Specialist within ICON: 

The Study Start-Up Specialist will be support the Project Management Team (PM) in configuring and QC’ing new clinical studies in all ILS systems according to the specifications of the Client Laboratory Worksheet (CLW). You will create supporting documents for the site to facilitate proper specimen collection, coordinate packaging and shipping including visit requisitions, reference range tables, and study specific Lab Manuals and collection guides. Ensure information is clear and accurate and seek guidance on any parameters that need clarification.  

When updates or additions are requested the Study Start-Up Specialist will work with Leadership to determine whether or not those updates are warranted in the Lab Manual or Requisition Template and make those updates accordingly.

The Study Start-Up Specialist will perform new study configuration quality checks on all databases, internal forms and supporting documents to ensure high quality output and adherence to the CLW specs and provide technical support and guidance to Project Managers for all study configuration tasks.

Benefits of working at ICON:

We will provide our Study Start-Up Specialist with the resources to be successful in supporting their line of business. In addition, we offer a strong benefits package that includes a comprehensive health plan, retirement plans, competitive pay, vacation, and an annual incentive plan to reward performance.  

To succeed you will need:

You will possess a BS or equivalent combination of experience and education and an understanding of client and site needs is a plus. You will have one year experience in Clinical Trials, Laboratory or similar database configuration work with knowledge of basic computer programs such as MS Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat.   

Must have excellent written communication skills along with the ability to manage multiple projects and exhibit appropriate time management skills.

We invite you to review our opportunities at www.iconplc.com/careers.

What’s Next?

Following your application you will be contacted by one of our dedicated recruiters and if successful we will be able to provide you with more details about this opportunity.

ICON is an equal opportunity employer - Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans and committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.