Manager, IDEA

Manager, IDEA- Data Monitoring Committee and Endpoint Adjudication projects

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development.

We are currently seeking a Manager, IDEA to join our diverse and dynamic team. As the Manager of IDEA at ICON, you will play a pivotal role in promoting an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity, equity, and access across all levels of the organization. Your leadership will be instrumental in developing and implementing initiatives that drive meaningful change and foster a sense of belonging for all employees.

What You Will Be Doing:

This position is primarily responsible for data monitoring committee and endpoint adjudication projects and project team oversight.  This position oversees multiple projects and is responsible for establishing strong positive working relationships and processes with clients in order to secure future business opportunities.  This position oversees project staff resources and study personnel training.  This position serves as a direct line manager for Project Assistants, Clinical Reviewers and Project Managers.

• Developing and executing a comprehensive IDEA strategy that aligns with ICON's mission and business objectives.

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for enhancing diversity and inclusion within recruitment, retention, and development processes.

• Implementing training programs and workshops that educate employees on inclusion, equity, and cultural competence.

• Monitoring and analyzing diversity metrics to assess progress and identify areas for improvement.

• Building strong relationships with employee resource groups and community organizations to support outreach and engagement efforts.

Your Profile:

• Degree in human resources, organizational development, social sciences, or a related field; advanced degree is a plus.

• Significant experience in diversity and inclusion, organizational development, or a related role.

• Strong knowledge of best practices in IDEA and the ability to apply them in a corporate setting.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.

• Passion for fostering an inclusive culture and driving initiatives that promote equity and access.

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 maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
• Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialized 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, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others.

Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.

At ICON, diversity, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative which helps us better serve our people, patients, customers, and our communities. We're proud of our diverse workforce and the work we’ve done to become a more inclusive organisation. We’re dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON 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 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.

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