Site Activation Lead - Real World Evidence Studies
About the role
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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:
As a Site Activation Lead at ICON, you would advance clinical trial start-up activities by understanding the client objectives and assist in the development of the plan for country and site distribution. We pride ourselves on our amazing company culture, where we work as one team to achieve industry-leading results.
Role Summary
* Lead clinical trial start-up activities by understanding the client objectives and assist in the development of the plan for country and site distribution
* Oversees day to day delivery of all aspects of site activation in the projects assigned.
* Ensures that each project has a site activation plan and that the study is being conducted in accordance with that plan and in an effective manner which meets sponsor timelines and expectations and is in compliance with ICON/client KPIs, ICON/client SOPs, reporting norms, appropriate regulations and ICON's quality standards
* Lead sponsor initiatives such as kick-off meetings, bid defences, project update and status calls, and other communications
* Utilize project management skills to optimize performance and collaboration to ensure successful study outcomes
What you need
* Bachelor's Degree preferably in life sciences
* Minimum of 5 year of experience in a Clinical Research environment, focusing on Start Up experience
* Project management skill set
* Understanding of regulatory and submission processes in many different countries
* Excellent written and verbal communication
* Ability to work to tight deadlines
Benefits of Working in ICON:
Our success depends on the knowledge, capabilities and quality of our people. That's why we are committed to developing our employees in a continuous learning culture - one where we challenge you with engaging work and where every experience adds to your professional development.
At ICON, our focus is to provide you with a comprehensive and competitive total reward package that comprises, not only an excellent level of base pay, but also a wide range of variable pay and recognition programs. In addition, our best in class employee benefits, supportive policies and wellbeing initiatives are tailored to support you and your family at all stages of your career - both now, and into the future.
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, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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