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Sr Study Start Up Associate

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This is an exciting opportunity to join ICON

As a global provider of drug development solutions, our work is serious business. But that doesn't mean you can't have fun while you do it. With our vision to be the partner of choice in drug development, we hire only the best and brightest in the industry. Are you one of them?

As a member of the Study Start Up Team, you will play an integral role in making sure that physicians at our research sites are prepared to start the trial of investigational, new pharmaceutical and biological products for clinical trials at their local practices.

The Role

  • To review and negotiate clinical site investigator contracts and budgets.
  • Stay connected with Investigative sites, sponsors and internal personnel regarding the status of contracts and contract-related documents
  • Prepare and coordinate preparation of contractual documents and correspondence
  • Facilitate the indemnification process between the study sponsor and the site.
  • Function as the internal consultant on study budgets (investigator payments, develop and update training documentation and conduct group training as necessary, mentor and train new and junior personnel in the SSU department, and act as consultant on the Investigator Contract and Budget development process from origination through execution).

What you need

  • A bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies, Juris Doctor (law) degree, or related experience is preferred
  • SSU experience is desirable but not required.
  • Experience in a clinical research environment with specific experience in study contracts review and budget negotiation or in related field such as where contract or legal document review is a primary part of you role.
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