Project Manager

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.

What you will be doing:

Country/Study level implementation of Startup and Site Activation Plans 

*Country Study level Recruitment Strategy

*Responsible to support the development of study level plans

*Communication with the local team and internal stakeholders 

Responsible for study and/or country vendor management and oversight including follow up and coordination of vendor deliverables

*Responsible for ensuring the follow up and coordination of site QEs, PDs, data issues, metrics review, site issues/risks, audit responses, etc.

*You will be able to work independently and exercise their own judgement.

Other:

•Responsible for management/oversight of study and country level activities from study startup - through conduct and study close. 

•May manage the study start up process in countries assigned (where SUPM not assigned) and/or oversee pCRO responsible for these activities as applicable.

•Provides country level input on Startup and Recruitment milestones

•Ensures compliance to relevant Global and Local, internal and external requirements and regulations

•Ensures timely communication bidirectionally between the global and local study team

-Coordinates effective site recruitment planning to allow for implementation of plans at the country and site level, consistent with global plan and local targets

You are:

Relevant operational clinical trial experience
• A scientific or technical degree is preferred along with knowledge of clinical trial methodology
• BA/BS 5+ years of relevant experience
• MBA/MS/ 3+ years of relevant experience
• BS/BSc/MS/MSc
• Working knowledge of Good Clinical Practice, clinical and regulatory operations and environment in countries under responsibility
• Fluent English

Prior Experience
• Demonstrated clinical research experience and/or study management/startup project manager experience
• Demonstrated experience in managing country level operational activities and/or vendors
• Experience in Study and Quality management and working in a matrix management environment

Skills
• Expertise in the use of study/site dashboard and reporting tools
• Detail oriented & possesses technical expertise
• Ability to manage moderately complex processes
• Ability to operate in a matrix environment
• Risk Identification & Mitigation
• Strategic Planning, Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
• Critical Path Analysis
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to adapt to changing technologies and processes
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in relating to colleagues and associates both

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 maximise savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead
• Global Employee Assistance Programme, TELUS Health, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialised 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, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others

Visit our careers website to read more about the benefits of working at ICON: https://careers.iconplc.com/benefits

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 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.