Principal Scientist - US, New York, NY, Whitesboro Office-based
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.
At ICON, it’s our people that set us apart. Our diverse teams enable us to become a better partner to our customers and help us to fulfil our mission to advance and improve patients’ lives.
Our ‘Own It’ culture is driven by four key values that bring us together as individuals and set us apart as an organization: Accountability & Delivery, Collaboration, Partnership and Integrity. We want to be the Clinical Research Organization that delivers excellence to our clients and to patients at every touch-point. In short, to be the partner of choice in drug development.
That’s our vision. We’re driven by it. And we need talented people who share it.
If you’re as driven as we are, join us. You’ll be working in a dynamic and supportive environment, with some of the brightest and the friendliest people in the sector, and you’ll be helping shape an industry.
Principal Scientist:
job description:
•*Recognize, exemplify and adhere to ICON's values which centers around our commitment to People, Clients and Performance.
• As a member of staff, the employee I expected to embrace and contribute to our culture of process improvement with a focus on
streamlining our processes adding value to our business and meeting client needs.
• Travel (approximately 1%) domestic and/or international.
• *Perform Bioanalytical method development and method validation for the quantification of NCE, NBE and Biomarkers in tissues and
biological fluids.
• * Work with clients to bring externally established assays and technologies in-house and/or transfer in-house assays externally as required.
• Prepare Bioanalytical method documents.
• *May manage analytical studies and act as scientific consultant to clients, and internal scientific consultant within Icon.
• *Work with laboratory management to ensure that appropriate resources are available to complete the study to timeline. May obtain all
client specific documents required for the analysis, ie study protocol, randomization lists, COA, demographic etc
• *Prepare analysis plans suitable to the clients needs and obtain client approval of these.
• *Supervise analytical teams to ensure that study plans and validation plans, as appropriate are complied with.
• *Work with clients to ensure studies are conducted in a manner compliant with the clients stated needs as defined by contract, and that the
project delivery, reporting specifics, timelines agreed to are met. Inform DM and QC/QA of deadlines.
• *Where appropriate, prepare invoice requests at agreed milestones ensuring that both ICON finance and the client has all necessary
information to allow the invoice to be approved for payment.
• *Maintain records of work conducted in a timely and consistent manner, sufficient to allow real-time tracking of the deliverables, including
tracking of revenue and resources associated with assigned studies. Inform stakeholder of changes to scope or timelines.
• Identify changes to scope of work and notify contracts of need for change order.
• *Review all data in accordance with direction documents and ensure results are documented accurately, completely and compliant with
GLP/GCP regulations and SOPs .
• *Assist Project Leaders and lab staff in proactively identifying possible/potential implications of unusual results. Assist as required in an
investigation and report findings.
• *Perform assay for the routine batch analysis of NCE, NBE and Biomarkers in tissues and biological fluids involving simple and complex
analytical techniques. Perform laboratory work to GLP/GCP standard.
• *Document all work and results accurately, completely and compliant with GXP regulations and SOP’s.
• *Generate high quality analytical results. Ensure smooth transfer of data to PI’s and participate in evaluation and interpretation of data
• *Lead investigations of instrumental and procedural problems.
• *Evaluate new equipment or technologies and make recommendations to management on utility for the laboratory and business.
• Approve release of method development and non-GXP data
• *Prepare reports (or oversee as appropriate) of the work conducted, address all QA findings and provide QA draft report in line with the terms and conditions stated in the signed contract.
• Ensure that all documentation is appropriately archived on completion of the study.
• *Check and verify laboratory notebooks and other analytical data as required.
• *Author SOPs as needed. Maintain awareness of and adherence to all current SOPs.
• *Work in compliance with GXP
• All other duties as needed.
• Associates degree with commensurate experience will be considered.
Benefits of Working in ICON:
Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.
We offer very competitive salary packages. And to keep them competitive, we regularly benchmark them against our competitors. Our annual bonuses reflect delivery of performance goals – both ours and yours.
We also provide a range of health-related benefits to employees and their families and offer competitive retirement plans – and related benefits such as life assurance – so you can save and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
But beyond the competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, you’ll benefit from an environment where you are encouraged to fulfil your sense of purpose and drive lasting change.
ICON 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 through the form below.
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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Bonus, Com, Stock, Benefits & Disclaimer verbiage:
Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, education/training, and skill level. You may be eligible for a bonus, stock compensation and commissions in some cases depending on your role and performance.
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