Study Start-up Associate - All Levels
- Milan
- Study Start Up
- ICON Full Service & Corporate Support
- Hybrid: Office/Remote
About the role
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At ICON, it’s our people that set us apart. Our diverse teams enable us to become a better partner to our customers and help us to fulfil our mission to advance and improve patients’ lives.
Our ‘Own It’ culture is driven by four key values that bring us together as individuals and set us apart as an organisation: Accountability & Delivery, Collaboration, Partnership and Integrity. We want to be the Clinical Research Organisation that delivers excellence to our clients and to patients at every touch-point. In short, to be the partner of choice in drug development.
That’s our vision. We’re driven by it. And we need talented people who share it.
If you’re as driven as we are, join us. You’ll be working in a dynamic and supportive environment, with some of the brightest and the friendliest people in the sector, and you’ll be helping shape an industry.
Study Start Up Associate I, II & III
The Role
We are currently seeking Study Start Up Associates of all levels to join our diverse and dynamic team. As a member of the Study Start Up Team, you will play an integral role in ensuring that physicians at our research sites are well-prepared to commence clinical trials for investigational products at their local practices. Your expertise in reviewing and negotiating clinical site investigator contracts and budgets will be crucial in facilitating a seamless study start-up process.
What you will be doing
- Contract and Budget Review Expertise: Review and negotiate clinical site investigator contracts and budgets to ensure fair and compliant agreements.
- Seamless Communication and Collaboration: Maintain effective communication with investigative sites, sponsors, and internal personnel to provide updates on contract status and related documents.
- Streamlined Document Preparation and Coordination: Prepare and coordinate contractual documents and correspondence efficiently.
- Facilitating Indemnification Process: Facilitate the indemnification process between the study sponsor and the site to address potential legal concerns.
- Budget Oversight and Consultation: Act as an internal consultant on study budgets, including investigator payments.
- Training Material Development and Delivery: Develop and update training documentation and conduct group training, as necessary.
- Mentorship and Personnel Development: Mentor and train new and junior personnel in the Study Start Up department.
- Strategic Expertise in Contract and Budget Development: Provide expert advice and consultation on the Investigator Contract and Budget development process from origination through execution.
This Position is office-based in Milan, but can be home-based for individuals with more extensive experience.
Your Profile
- A bachelor’s degree in Paralegal studies, Juris Doctor (law) degree, or clinical related experience is preferred.
- Previous experience in Study Start Up (SSU) is desirable but not required.
- Proficiency in managing contract and budget negotiations is necessary.
- Fluent in Italian Language
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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