CRA I

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 role:
The Clinical Research Associate monitors activities at clinical study sites to assure adherence to Good Clinical Practices (GCPs), SOPs and study protocols. Reviews regulatory documents as required and prepares site visit reports. Responsible for multiple projects and must work both independently and in a team environment. May participate in the study development, start-up and close-out process including reviewing protocols, preparing Informed Consent forms, developing key study documents, organizing and presenting at investigator meetings, working with management on monitoring strategy and performing other tasks as assigned. Continues professional training to maintain awareness of developments in the field of clinical research.

• Participates in site feasibility and/or pre-trial site assessment visits, providing recommendation from local area about site/investigator selection in collaboration with the trial team
• Acts as primary local company contact for assigned sites for specific trials.
• Attends/participates in investigator meetings as needed.
• Responsible for executing activities within site initiation and start-up, site monitoring, site management and site/study close-out according to internal SOPs/WIs/IFUs and policies.
• Ensures site staff is trained and the corresponding training records are complete and accurate at any time point during all trial phases.
• Contributes to site level recruitment strategy and contingency planning and implementation in partnership with other functional areas to achieve clinical research target.
• Ensures site study supplies (such as Non-IP, lab kits, etc.) are adequate for trial conduct.
• Ensures that all AEs/SAEs/PQCs are reported within the required reporting timelines and documented as appropriate. For AEs/SAEs, ensures that they are consistent with all data collected and with the information in the source documents.
• Maintains complete, accurate and timely data and essential documents in systems utilized for trial management (e.g. CTMS, eTMF/IF, Trial Master Source and Sharepoints).

What is required:

- A life science / healthcare related degree or equivalent work experience.
- Experience as min 1 year as CRA
- Solid understanding of clinical trial design, trial execution and operations.
- Knowledge of international standards (GCP/ICH), international (FDA, EMEA) and local regulations.
- Expertise in communication, managing multiple priorities and computer literacy.
- Proven people management skills with demonstrated expertise in working in a team.
- Fluency in English as well as Hebrew.
- Availability to travel at least 60% fly and drive and should possess a valid driving license.

What is offered:
- A challenging CRA role in an international Pharmaceutical company.
- Permanent home based position in a stable organization.
- You will enjoy highly competitive compensation and an exceptional benefits package.

Benefits of Working in ICON:

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.

At 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.

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, color, 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.