Diversity & Inclusion in Clinical Trials Operations Lead

As a Diversity & Inclusion in Clinical Trials Operations Lead, you will be joining the world’s largest & most comprehensive clinical research organisation, powered by healthcare intelligence.

You will play a vital client facing management role, embedded in our clients business and driving important business impact throughout the organization. You will ensure clinical trials are diverse and inclusive of participants who are typically underrepresented in clinical trials or from underserved communities.

What you will be doing:

• Leading activities to identify and develop process changes required that will enable an increased participation of under-represented populations in clinical trials across various therapeutic areas.
• Striving to strengthen the internal understanding of disease disparities, the effects on diverse populations and the importance of inclusion in clinical trials.
• Supporting the development and execution of the Diversity & Inclusion in Clinical Trials roadmap and action planning to increase awareness and participation
• Developing and implementing dashboard to track progress of DICT implementation
• Serving as the expert on diverse recruiting practices and supporting teams in implementation of these practices. This includes leading internal engagement activities to promote a deeper understanding of and commitment to DICT within the organization.

You are:

• Degree in a scientific or business discipline is preferred but not essential.
• Experience in clinical operations and/or drug development is a plus. Experience in a patient engagement or patient recruitment role is preferred.
• Strong understanding and experience in creating new or improved customer experiences.
• Able to set priorities based on business analysis and customer research, and to craft a structured approach to drive execution.
• Challenges status quo, and understands and adapts to different cultures and markets.
• Able to lead and influence with limited guidance.

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.