Senior Project Manager

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.

At ICON, it’s our people that sets us apart.

Are you ready to be a part of a successful study delivery team? ICON’s award-winning study execution capabilities have led to the approval of 18 of the world’s top 20 best-selling drugs. Make your experience count for the benefit of patients worldwide.
 

As a Senior Project Manager on our Cardiovascular, Internal Medicine and Immunology team, you will expect to add towards a culture of project group excellence with a focus on process improvement, adding value and exceeding client needs.

Our Internal Medicine and Immunology team covers a broad and varied range of Therapeutic areas including Cardiovascular, NASH, Gastrointestinal, Respiratory, Dermatology and Immunology

You will be the point of contact for designated projects, responsible to deliver successful client relationships, lead cross-functional teams, define project scope, build resource requirements, risk migration strategies, associate action plan and issue resolution. You will lead global trials within a therapeutically aligned team across a variety of complex indications. As a Project Manager, you are involved at the forefront of innovation and drive delivery using your project leadership expertise.

Our projects range from phase II safety and efficacy trials to large scale outcomes mega-trials. You have the support of extraordinary, tenured and experienced leadership whose goal is to help you apply and expand your project management, drug development and therapeutic expertise.

The Role:

Location: Any US location (Home or Office Based)

• Run a cross functional project team ensuring all necessary delivery of project training and developing a succession plan for the core team members

• Manage project study budgets and invoicing procedures according to study contract

• Report progress of projects to ICON clients and monitor and implement QC activities as necessary

• Collaborate with business development to ensure we have a dedicated commercial aptitude and work together with internal colleagues and external partners to identify new avenues for growth

Role Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in science, business, medicine or equivalent degree

• Project Management or equivalent (PMI certification) is desirable

• At least 2 years PM experience within clinical research and study operations

• Subject matter expertise in (insert therapeutic area)  

• Comprehensive knowledge of ICH-GCP

• Strength in communication, planning, decision-making, negotiation, conflict management and time management skills

• Willingness to travel up to 25% as needed

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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