Jobs in South Africa
Shape the Future of Clinical Research with ICON in South Africa
At ICON, we’re advancing clinical research that changes lives, and South Africa is a key part of our global mission. Whether you're building your career or bringing years of expertise, working with ICON in South Africa means contributing to innovations that improve patient outcomes worldwide.
Our teams in South Africa are involved in cutting-edge clinical trials across a wide range of therapeutic areas. Based in Johannesburg with flexible and hybrid working options, our professionals are part of a collaborative network driving progress across the clinical development lifecycle.
View Jobs in South AfricaDiverse Roles with Global Reach
We're hiring talented individuals across multiple functions, including:
- Clinical Research & Monitoring
- Data Management & Biostatistics
- Regulatory Affairs
- Project Management
- Medical & Scientific Affairs
- Information Technology
No matter what your role is, you'll be part of something bigger: delivering faster, smarter, and more efficient clinical research to patients who need it most.
Roles in this area at ICON
Salary
Location
South Africa, Johannesburg
Location
Sofia
Warsaw
Johannesburg
Tbilisi
Gdansk
Remote Working
Office Based
Business Area
ICON Full Service & Corporate Support
Job Categories
Clinical Operations
Job Type
Permanent
Description
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 t
Reference
JR131626
Expiry date
01/01/0001
Author
Katty Barreto MaiaAuthor
Katty Barreto MaiaSalary
Location
United Kingdom, Poland, Bulgaria, South Africa
Department
Biometrics Roles
Location
Bulgaria
Poland
South Africa
UK
Remote Working
Home-Based
Business Area
ICON Strategic Solutions
Job Categories
Clinical Data Management
Clinical Data Scientist Lead
Clinical Systems
Data Standards Consultant
Job Type
Permanent
Description
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, biotech
Reference
2025-121587
Expiry date
01/01/0001
Author
Niki ScottoAuthor
Niki ScottoSalary
Location
United Kingdom, South Africa
Department
Biometrics Roles
Location
South Africa
UK
Remote Working
Home-Based
Business Area
ICON Strategic Solutions
Job Categories
Clinical Data Management
Clinical Data Scientist Lead
Clinical Systems
Data Standards Consultant
Job Type
Permanent
Description
As a Senior Clinical Data Science Lead you will be joining the world’s largest & most comprehensive clinical research organisation, powered by healthcare intelligence. Working within one of our newest
Reference
2025-118736
Expiry date
01/01/0001
Author
Jonathan CunliffeAuthor
Jonathan CunliffeSalary
Location
Poland, Warsaw
Location
Sofia
Warsaw
Johannesburg
Tbilisi
Remote Working
Office or Home
Business Area
ICON Full Service & Corporate Support
Job Categories
Study Start Up
Job Type
Permanent
Description
Role Summary:The Site Selection lead will provide functional leadership for the Site Selection process based on the approved country and site strategy. The Site Selection Lead will liaise with PM, CTM
Reference
JR133565
Expiry date
01/01/0001
Author
Jaziara HancoxAuthor
Jaziara HancoxSalary
Location
United Kingdom, South Africa, Spain, Ireland, Germany
Department
Biometrics Roles
Location
Germany
Ireland
South Africa
Spain
UK
Remote Working
Home-Based
Business Area
ICON Strategic Solutions
Job Categories
Programming
Job Type
Permanent
Description
As a Visualisation Developer you will be joining the world’s largest & most comprehensive clinical research organisation, powered by healthcare intelligence.
Reference
2025-121530
Expiry date
01/01/0001
Author
Niki ScottoAuthor
Niki ScottoSalary
Location
Poland, Gdansk
Location
Prague
Paris
Johannesburg
Barcelona
Basel
Ankara
Bratislava
Gdansk
Livingston
Remote Working
Office Based
Business Area
ICON Full Service & Corporate Support
Job Categories
Study Start Up
Job Type
Permanent
Description
Role Summary:The Site Selection Specialist will contact and build relationships with study investigators/sites and networks in assigned areas for the conduct of feasibility and potential study partici
Reference
JR133659
Expiry date
01/01/0001
Author
Persis DavisAuthor
Persis DavisSalary
Location
United Kingdom, Ireland, Spain, Poland, South Africa
Department
Biometrics Roles
Location
Ireland
Poland
South Africa
Spain
UK
Remote Working
Home-Based
Business Area
ICON Strategic Solutions
Job Categories
Clinical Data Management
Clinical Data Scientist Lead
Clinical Systems
Data Standards Consultant
Job Type
Permanent
Description
As an EDC Developer you will be joining the world’s largest & most comprehensive clinical research organisation, powered by healthcare intelligence.
Reference
2025-121447
Expiry date
01/01/0001
Author
Niki ScottoAuthor
Niki ScottoSalary
Location
South Africa, Poland, Kenya, Ireland, Spain
Department
Biometrics Roles
Location
Ireland
Poland
South Africa
Spain
Kenya
Remote Working
Home-Based
Business Area
ICON Strategic Solutions
Job Categories
Data Analytics
Job Type
Permanent
Description
As a Data Scientist, you will be dedicated to one of our global pharmaceutical clients, a company that values performance, recognizes merit and has a high focus on quality. This environment encourages
Reference
2025-119845
Expiry date
01/01/0001
Author
Rowena DeswertAuthor
Rowena DeswertSalary
Location
Poland, Warsaw
Location
Sofia
Warsaw
Johannesburg
Remote Working
Office or Home
Business Area
ICON Full Service & Corporate Support
Job Categories
Regulatory Affairs
Job Type
Permanent
Description
Completes country and, or regional Clinical Trial Regulatory deliverables according to study specifics, ICON policies, procedures, applicable regulations and the principles of ICH-GCP with sound scien
Reference
JR133491
Expiry date
01/01/0001
Author
Caroline LockAuthor
Caroline LockSalary
Location
United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, South Africa, Poland, Ireland
Department
Biometrics Roles
Location
Ireland
Italy
Poland
South Africa
Spain
UK
Remote Working
Home-Based
Business Area
ICON Strategic Solutions
Job Categories
Data Analytics
Job Type
Permanent
Description
At ICON, we are passionate about transforming clinical development and driving better outcomes for patients through innovation. We are currently seeking an Advanced Solutions Designer to join our glob
Reference
2025-120176
Expiry date
01/01/0001
Author
Rikky PethersAuthor
Rikky PethersSalary
Location
Bulgaria, Sofia
Location
Sofia
Warsaw
Johannesburg
Remote Working
Office or Home
Business Area
ICON Full Service & Corporate Support
Job Categories
Regulatory Affairs
Job Type
Permanent
Description
Job Responsibilities:• Ensuring regulatory deliverables are performed in accordance with all relevant regulations, guidelines, policies and procedures within contractual timelines and budget with soun
Reference
JR128913
Expiry date
01/01/0001
Author
Maya KatsarskaAuthor
Maya KatsarskaSalary
Location
South Africa, Johannesburg
Location
Sofia
Warsaw
Johannesburg
Swansea
Remote Working
Office or Home
Business Area
ICON Full Service & Corporate Support
Job Categories
Clinical Data Management
Job Type
Permanent
Description
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
Reference
JR132367
Expiry date
01/01/0001
Author
Jonathan CunliffeAuthor
Jonathan CunliffeImpactful work. Meaningful careers. Quality rewards.
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