Project Manager, Data Management

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 organisation: Accountability & Delivery, Collaboration, Partnership and Integrity. We want to be the Clinical Research Organisation 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.

The role:

To manage the activities of data management studies and staff in a manner that ensures all timeframes and targets are met to the sponsor's
satisfaction and that costs are kept under control.

What you'll work on:

• Manage and Develop Team Capability
• Oversee the day-to-day activities and task management of the project team to ensure that a focus on quality, budget and timelines on each project is reached and maintained.
• Ensure the necessary training is provided to staff to improve their job performance and knowledge.  
• Maintain documentation of training as appropriate.
• Assist with mentoring new Data Management project leaders/managers as appropriate.
• Lead and motivate a team according to organizational  goals.
• Manage and appraise all staff under jurisdiction.
• Deliver Project to Quality, Timeline and Budget Requirements
• Plan, implement and deliver the project in accordance  with the contract agreed with the sponsor.
• Manage projects in a timely manner in adherence  with ICON SOPs, SSPs and appropriate regulations and liaise with other departments and project managers as necessary to achieve this.
• Determine the best method to resolve data errors and inconsistencies.
• Prepare and manage the overall project budget throughout the life cycle of the project, taking overall responsibility  for cost control, timelines and project quality.
• Continually review the project contract in order to ensure that any out of scope work is managed promptly and efficiently.
• Liaise with ICON project/ departmental managers  and sponsors on project related matters.
• Keep senior management  informed of project status in relation to quality and timelines.
• Negotiate with clients and/or external customers/departments in relations to timelines and key deliverables.
• Typically responsible for handling multiple studies running concurrently
• Manage Resources  and Costs
• Proactively identify resource needs and manage resources  efficiently to meet project/department timelines (e.g. monitor study recruitment rates, monitor CRF retrieval, etc.)
• Maintain and Develop Processes and Systems
• Review and assess existing Data Management SOPs. Review and develop new Data Management SOPs.
• Review, assess and implement  new technologies  as appropriate.
• Monitor the results of implemented plans and recommend new actions as appropriate.
• Research and recommend  new data management processes,  which address customer needs and key business objectives.
• Other Responsibilities
• Maintain confidentiality  of management information.
• Liaise with other managers to improve the effectiveness  of the organization.
• Liaise with global counterparts,  as appropriate, to ensure consistency across ICON Data Management offices.
• Participate in business development  activities.

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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