Project Manager-CNS/Rare Disease

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 Project Manager plays a vital role in overseeing and managing the successful execution of global cross-functional or single service projects within ICON. They are responsible for providing overall direction, coordination, implementation, control, and completion of these projects. The Project Manager ensures that all activities align with ICON's standard operating procedures (SOPs), study contracts, and budgetary guidelines.

Who Are You?
You possess innate leadership qualities and a deep enthusiasm for the field of drug development. Your ability to balance organization with flexibility allows you to adapt seamlessly to unexpected changes. Your visionary perspective enables you to grasp the broader scope while maintaining focus on day-to-day tasks. Your exceptional leadership skills extend not only to your project teams but also to your clients. Your genuine excitement and unwavering enthusiasm inspire and motivate your teams, fostering collaboration with clients effortlessly. You consistently strive for progress and refuse to settle for the status quo, always pushing the boundaries of clinical development while encouraging others to do the same. Above all, you seek a work environment where you are valued beyond just an employee number – a place where you can exert influence, drive innovation, and seize opportunities for personal and professional growth. A place where you find true enjoyment in your work.

Job Responsibilities not limited to:

• Support CNS/Rare Disease Research
• Lead the planning and implementation of cross-functional project(s).
• Facilitate the definition of project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Define project tasks and resource requirements.
• Develop full-scale cross-functional project plans.
• Assemble and coordinate project staff.
• Manage project budget.
• Plan and schedule project timelines
• Develop and Manage Risk Mitigation Strategies for projects.
• Track project deliverables using appropriate tools.
• Provide direction and support to project team.
• Quality assurance
• Constantly monitor and report on progress of the project to all stakeholders
• Present reports defining project progress, problems, and solutions.
• Implement and manage project changes and interventions to achieve project outputs.
• Project evaluations and assessment of results

What you need to have?

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in clinical research, including project manager at a CRO, required
• Undergraduate degree or its international equivalent from an accredited institution or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the key responsibilities of this job, required
• Having at least 2 years of Project Management experience in leading trials for CNS/Rare disease is highly desirable.
• Experience with Dose Escalation
• English fluency (ability to read, write, speak), required
• Travel less than 25%-Exact amounts will vary, pending client needs.
• CNS/Rare Disease
   

To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States or Canada, and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status.
 

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.

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