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Title: Clinical Support Associate 
Location: Central London (3 days in the office per week)
Sponsor dedicated

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:  

• 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 

Here at ICON we want our employees to succeed and ensure that they are set up for this success through constant training, development and support. To enable success in this position you will have: 

• 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. 
• Office based at client site based in White City, London

What ICON can offer you:

Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.

In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.

Our benefits examples include:

• Various annual leave entitlements
• A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs
• Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximise savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead
• Global Employee Assistance Programme, TELUS Health, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialised professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well-being
• Life assurance
• Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others

Visit our careers website to read more about the benefits of working at ICON: https://careers.iconplc.com/benefits

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 or submit a request here.

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.