Principal Clinical Data Science Lead
- India
- ICON Strategic Solutions
- Biometrics Portfolio
- Remote
TA Business Partner
- Icon Strategic Solutions
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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.
Job Title: Senior Clinical Data Science Lead
Location : Bangalore
What you will be doing:
- Oversees the collection of all clinical trial data from multiple sources.
- Very strong subject matter expertise in the Data Manageement (DM) discipline. Can support multiple studies concurrently with little to no oversight by functional manager.
- Performs DM vendor oversight activities across multiple studies. Reviews and gives input in vendor oversight processes.
- Review Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) outputs in aggregate across sites, regions and countries. As needed, review study level operational and patient data to support the investigation and root cause analysis of observations.
- Provides training and subject matter expertise to lower-level DM peers.
- Collaborate with clinical operations, investigators, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth data flow throughout the trial.
You are:
- BS/BA degree in a biological science, health-related or computer science field
- Strong computer skills, including database management software, reporting tools, medical coding tools, and solid understanding of Central Monitoring tools etc.
- Strong understanding of different types of data sources in a clinical trial setting and/or expertise with external data types.
- Generally, 8 plus years related experience in pharmaceutical, clinical research or health services industry with a minimum of 6 years’ experience as Data Manager with progressive levels of responsibility.
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
At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. 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, 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 through the form below.
https://careers.iconplc.com/reasonable-accommodations
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.
Impactful work. Meaningful careers. Quality rewards.
At ICON, our employees are our greatest strength. That’s why we are committed to empowering you to live your best life, both inside and outside of work. Whether your ambition is lead a global team, become a deep scientific or technical expert, work in-house with our customers or gain experience in a variety of different ICON functions, we will support you in realising your full potential. See all locations Learn more about Our Culture at ICON
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