Principal Clinical Data Scientist Lead (COA Lead) - Spain/Poland/Ireland/UK/US - Home or office based 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 on our mission to shape the future of clinical development The COA Lead is accountable for the definition of COA endpoint strategies and responsible for the conduct of related activities in relation to specific programs, assets or indications. The scope evolves as the COA Lead gains experience in role and demonstrates ability to take more in quantity (TA portfolio), impact (primary and key secondary endpoints) and exposure (strategic assets or indications). Responsibilities Contribute to the Target Value Proposition with respect to patient-centric outcomes value messaging Contribute to a successful strategy for innovative product by an optimized COA endpoint strategy aligned with Sponsor's Best In Class / First In Class approach Generate a comprehensive understanding of a disease and treatment paradigm through primary and secondary research Advise on the use and/or development of Fit-for-Purpose COA instruments in clinical research projects; including gap analyses, implementation, statistical analyses, psychometric validation and dissemination Ensure proper input into medical evidence generation plans, and effective implementation related to COAs throughout execution Manage the qualitative and quantitative research projects to close the validation gap(s) on the selected COA instruments (including vendor management) Prepare the scientific documents (reports, regulatory documents, publications,...) for internal and external communication Manage vendors as needed (from Request For Proposal to reception of deliverables, including project management and budget control). Specific role activities for a COA Lead also include advanced activities: Leads specific internal organizational initiatives, within COA and PID-HVT (eg. RACI, templates, guidance) Advocate for the role of quantitative and qualitative COA across Sponsor, participate in creating and delivering education on COAs for internal business partners Identify, track and participate in global external collaborations regarding policy, standards and use of COAs e.g. Critical Path PRO Consortium, ISPOR and DIA Working Groups, IMI... Mentor more junior COA scientists, share specific knowledge and expertise with the COA team. Provide direction and delegate specific tasks to associate COA scientist Implement new methodologies and promote innovative approaches. Define or update overarching approach and framework to COA endpoints strategies in strategic area (eg Oncology, I&I, rare diseases) Experience needed Relevant experience in COA in Pharma/CRO/Consultancy : ideally proven track record from scientific publications in core COA disciplines such COA data analyses and/or creation or validation of new COAs and/or COA endpoint strategy implementation Knowledge of the drug development process and the regulatory (FDA, EMA, local agencies) and payer (EUnetHTA, NICE, HAS, G-BA, other local agencies) environment Qualification Relevant advanced academic degree (e.g. doctorate or masters in psychology, anthropology, sociology, public health, epidemiology, psychometrics, clinical research, physiotherapy, pharmacy, medicine, biostatistics...) Training in COA methods Soft and technical skills : Strong analytical and synthesis skills of qualitative and quantitative data Accountability and hands-on mindset, autonomy and sense of initiative Scientific rigor, Attention to detail, Analytical Thinking Good interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects, and balance workload and timelines Appetite for innovation and change management Ability to interact and manage external and internal networks What ICON can offer you: Our success depends on the quality of our people. That's why we've made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent. In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family. Our benefits examples include: Various annual leave entitlements A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family's needs. Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead. Global Employee Assistance Programme, TELUS Health, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialised professionals who are there to support you and your family's well-being. Life assurance Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others. Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers. At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We're dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON 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 or submit a request here. Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless - there's every chance you're exactly what we're looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles. Are you a current ICON Employee? Please click here to apply To be considered for this role you will be redirected to our careers page & prompted to create a jobseeker account here. To start the process, click the Continue to Application or Login/Register button below. Benefits: Work From Home
Senior Director, Finance - Group Accounting & Reporting - Dublin UK Hybrid or Home 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 on our mission to shape the future of clinical development The Role: ICON plc, a leading global provider of outsourced development and commercialisation services to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device industries, is seeking a Senior Director, Group Accounting & Reporting to join our world-class finance team. In this highly visible role, you will act as a key advisor on ICON's global accounting and reporting, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and IFRS standards, and providing critical guidance that shapes our financial strategy as a NASDAQ-listed, Irish-headquartered organisation. With over 1,200 professionals across our global finance team, this is an exceptional opportunity to influence complex accounting decisions and contribute to the continued growth of a dynamic, publicly traded company. What you will be doing: Consultation and advise on our group annual reports under both US GAAP & IFRS Review and approval of quarterly financial reporting to the stock exchange under US GAAP Consultation and advice on ad hoc accounting issues that arise in a group of the complexity and scale of ICON, Plc Input to technical analysis supporting our quarterly Audit Committee materials and other ad hoc Board materials as required Leading the group's assessment and approach to any complex accounting issues, coordinating with external advisors as necessary Leading impact assessment & response implementation of any new accounting/legislative or other changes A key relationship and liaison for group audit process and play a leading role in resolution of any matters arising Leading response to any financial reporting regulatory correspondence Working with and supporting business unit and shared service finance colleagues on evaluating accounting impact of any accounting issues as they arise Working with group tax and treasury teams in on-going reviews of group structure Supporting legal & commercial finance teams in any ad hoc finance arrangements Leading pre-deal reviews of accounting implications of potential acquisition targets Consulting with the teams responsible for various statutory financial statements & audit processes Ensuring compliance with responsibilities as a NASDAQ listed group around internal control over financial reporting (SOX) Your Profile: A Qualified Accountant with a minimum of 10-15 years' experience Experience working with or within a multinational, PLC group (in industry or practice). Ability to work effectively with people at various levels of the organization up to and including Executive leadership Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills Robust critical thinking skills Proven ability to build cross-functional relationships with the capability to lead, motivate and develop a team of professional staff Proximity to the ICON office in Blue Bell, PA, Raleigh, NC, Dublin, Ireland, or Reading, UK, with the ability to work from office 3 days a week. #LI-LE1 #LI-Hybrid What ICON can offer you: Our success depends on the quality of our people. That's why we've made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent. In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family. Our benefits examples include: Various annual leave entitlements A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family's needs. Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead. Global Employee Assistance Programme, TELUS Health, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialised professionals who are there to support you and your family's well-being. Life assurance Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others. Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers. At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We're dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON 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 or submit a request here. Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless - there's every chance you're exactly what we're looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles. Are you a current ICON Employee? Please click here to apply To be considered for this role you will be redirected to our careers page & prompted to create a jobseeker account here. To start the process, click the Continue to Application or Login/Register button below. Benefits: Work From Home
Statistical Programmer II (Data Scientist) 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 on our mission to shape the future of clinical development We are currently seeking a Statistical Programmer II/Data Scientist to join our diverse and dynamic team. As a Statistical Programmer II at ICON, you will play a vital role in the development, validation, and execution of statistical programs to support clinical trial analysis and reporting. Your expertise will contribute to the accurate interpretation of clinical data, helping to ensure the successful delivery of research projects. What You Will Be Doing: Developing and validating R-Shiny programs for statistical analysis and reporting of clinical trial data. Collaborating with biostatisticians and cross-functional teams to interpret study requirements and ensure the accurate implementation of statistical analyses. Preparing and reviewing statistical analysis plans (SAPs), programming specifications, and derived datasets to meet regulatory standards. Ensuring data integrity and compliance with industry regulations, including ICH/GCP guidelines, throughout the programming process. Mentoring junior programmers and assisting in training team members on programming techniques and best practices. Your Profile: 5+years of experience in end-to-end programming in R, R Shiny and SAS preferred Bachelor's degree in statistics, mathematics, computer science, or a related field; advanced degree is a plus. Proven experience as a statistical programmer within the clinical research industry, with strong knowledge of statistical methodologies and programming. Proficiency in programming languages such as R/R-Shiny, SAS or Python, with experience in clinical data management systems. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail and the ability to work independently. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex statistical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and collaborate effectively with team members. What ICON can offer you: Our success depends on the quality of our people. That's why we've made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent. In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family. Our benefits examples include: Various annual leave entitlements A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family's needs. Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead. Global Employee Assistance Programme, TELUS Health, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialised professionals who are there to support you and your family's well-being. Life assurance Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others. Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers. At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We're dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON 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 or submit a request here. Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless - there's every chance you're exactly what we're looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles. Are you a current ICON Employee? Please click here to apply To be considered for this role you will be redirected to our careers page & prompted to create a jobseeker account here. To start the process, click the Continue to Application or Login/Register button below. Benefits: Work From Home
Director - Tax - Dublin - Ireland - Hybrid. 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 on our mission to shape the future of clinical development Role: Director of Tax We are currently seeking an experienced Director, Tax to join our diverse and dynamic team. As a Director, Tax at ICON, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing tax strategies, managing tax risks and contributing to the financial operations that support the company's business. Role responsibilities include: Support the VP tax with respect to the identification and implementation of appropriate and commercially aligned tax management strategies for the group. Manage and have responsibility for the day-to-day work of a number of tax senior managers/tax managers ensuring that reporting deadlines and other deliverables are met. Working with internal finance teams and external advisers to ensure compliance with tax filing and payment obligations across various countries and provision of tax audit defence support as required. Keeping up to date with legislative and policy developments and ensuring the implications of all legislative changes are addressed appropriately. Providing timely, commercially focused and actionable tax support to internal and external customers in respect of local business operations across all tax heads. Maintaining excellent relationships with local finance teams, external advisers and other stakeholders Recognise, exemplify and adhere to ICON's values of Integrity, Agility, Collaboration and Inclusion. As a senior member of the ICON tax team, the candidate is expected to embrace and contribute to our culture of process improvement with a focus on streamlining our processes adding value to our business and meeting client needs. Obtaining a deep understanding of ICON's business and relevant operational models and regulations across the jurisdictions the group operates in. Ensure that existing tax advice is implemented appropriately. Manage tax audits to minimise financial costs and future tax risks to ensure we continue to maintain healthy relationships with the tax authorities in the jurisdictions in which the group operates. Support the group's external tax reporting processes as required. Managing, retaining and developing a high-quality team capable of meeting ICON's needs. Experience & Knowledge Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions 10+ years of PQE experience in dedicated tax role either in practice or in a similar industry role. Strong working knowledge of all tax heads and global tax developments in key jurisdictions. Proven experience in managing and mentoring teams of tax professionals. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and overall abilities to meet project deadlines with a focus on details. An ability to develop effective internal and external networks. Able to work well as part of a team and influence cross functional groups to implement of efficient and compliant solutions. An ability to communicate technical tax issues clearly to non-tax personnel and work effectively with all levels of internal process owners and external advisers. Strong problem solving, organisational and time management skills with the ability to multitask, prioritise responsibilities and complete work accurately and in a timely manner. Education Requirements: Professional Accounting qualification. Graduate member of recognised professional taxation body with significant international tax experience. (E.g. Irish tax Institute, Chartered Institute of Taxation etc). What ICON can offer you: Our success depends on the quality of our people. That's why we've made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent. In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family. Our benefits examples include: Various annual leave entitlements A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family's needs. Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead. Global Employee Assistance Programme, TELUS Health, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialised professionals who are there to support you and your family's well-being. Life assurance Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others. Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers. At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We're dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON 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 or submit a request here. Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless - there's every chance you're exactly what we're looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles. Are you a current ICON Employee? Please click here to apply To be considered for this role you will be redirected to our careers page & prompted to create a jobseeker account here. To start the process, click the Continue to Application or Login/Register button below.
Investigator Payments Coordinator - Dublin based (hybrid role)- Must have payment experience and Clinical Trials (CRO) experience 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 on our mission to shape the future of clinical development We are currently seeking an Investigator Payments Coordinator to join our diverse and dynamic team. As an Investigator Payments Coordinator at ICON, you will play a key role in managing and processing payments to clinical trial investigators, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in financial transactions. You will collaborate with internal teams and external partners to support the financial aspects of clinical trials, contributing to smooth operations and effective investigator engagement. What You Will Be Doing: Coordinating the processing of investigator payments, including reviewing invoices, verifying accuracy, and ensuring compliance with contractual agreements and company policies. Working closely with clinical and finance teams to resolve payment-related queries and discrepancies in a timely manner. Maintaining accurate financial records and documentation for audit purposes and providing regular updates on payment status. Supporting the development and implementation of streamlined payment processes to enhance efficiency and investigator satisfaction. Communicating with investigators and sites to provide guidance on payment procedures and addressing any concerns or issues they may have. Your Profile: Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field. 2+ years of experience in financial coordination, payments processing, or a related role, preferably within the clinical research or healthcare sectors. Clinical Trials experience needed Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer-focused approach to stakeholder engagement. Proficiency in financial software and tools, as well as Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel. What ICON can offer you: Our success depends on the quality of our people. That's why we've made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent. In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family. Our benefits examples include: Various annual leave entitlements A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family's needs. Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead. Global Employee Assistance Programme, TELUS Health, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialised professionals who are there to support you and your family's well-being. Life assurance Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others. Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers. At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We're dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON 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 or submit a request here. Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless - there's every chance you're exactly what we're looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles. Are you a current ICON Employee? Please click here to apply To be considered for this role you will be redirected to our careers page & prompted to create a jobseeker account here. To start the process, click the Continue to Application or Login/Register button below.
Site Specialist I 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 on our mission to shape the future of clinical development We are currently seeking a Site Specialist I to join our diverse and dynamic team. As a Site Specialist I at ICON, you will independently manage a range of site support activities, acting as a key operational contact for sites and contributing to efficient study start-up and maintenance. What You Will Be Doing: Coordinating site-level document collection, review, and maintenance, ensuring accuracy and compliance for assigned sites or studies. Acting as an operational liaison for site staff on documentation, systems, and process-related questions. Maintaining up-to-date site status, metrics, and key milestones in clinical trial management tools. Supporting planning and logistics for site meetings, investigator meetings, and monitoring visits. Identifying opportunities to streamline site workflows and contributing to process improvement initiatives. Providing guidance to more junior colleagues, sharing best practices and supporting their development. Your Profile: Bachelor's degree in life sciences, healthcare, business, or a related field, or equivalent clinical research experience. Relevant experience in site support, clinical administration, or similar roles within CRO, pharma, or healthcare. Good understanding of clinical trial processes, GCP, and site documentation requirements. Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple sites and priorities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proactive, service-focused mindset. Comfort working independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams. What ICON can offer you: Our success depends on the quality of our people. That's why we've made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent. In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family. Our benefits examples include: Various annual leave entitlements A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family's needs. Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead. Global Employee Assistance Programme, TELUS Health, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialised professionals who are there to support you and your family's well-being. Life assurance Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others. Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers. At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We're dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON 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 or submit a request here. Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless - there's every chance you're exactly what we're looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles. Are you a current ICON Employee? Please click here to apply To be considered for this role you will be redirected to our careers page & prompted to create a jobseeker account here. To start the process, click the Continue to Application or Login/Register button below.
Clinical Trial Manager 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 on our mission to shape the future of clinical development We are currently seeking a Clinical Trial Manager to join our diverse and dynamic team at ICON Plc. In this critical role, you will be responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and successful completion of clinical trials, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and regulatory guidelines. As a leader in our research department, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage site relationships, and provide strategic guidance to drive the successful delivery of clinical trial outcomes. What you will be doing Plan and manage all aspects of clinical trials, ensuring adherence to timelines, budget, and quality standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish and implement clinical trial protocols and procedures. Build and manage strong relationships with trial investigators and stakeholders. Ensure all trials are conducted in compliance with local, national, and international regulations and ethical guidelines. Problem-solve and make critical decisions regarding trial design, vendor selection, and risk management. Your Profile University degree in medicine, science, or equivalent combination of education & experience Demonstrated ability to drive the clinical deliverables of a study Subject matter expertise in the designated therapeutic area Prior monitoring experience is preferred Ability to travel up to 20% What ICON can offer you: Our success depends on the quality of our people. That's why we've made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent. In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family. Our benefits examples include: Various annual leave entitlements A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family's needs. Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead. Global Employee Assistance Programme, TELUS Health, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialised professionals who are there to support you and your family's well-being. Life assurance Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others. Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers. At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We're dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON 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 or submit a request here. Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless - there's every chance you're exactly what we're looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles. Are you a current ICON Employee? Please click here to apply To be considered for this role you will be redirected to our careers page & prompted to create a jobseeker account here. To start the process, click the Continue to Application or Login/Register button below. Benefits: Work From Home
Project Manager FSA - Poland, Bulgaria, Czechia, Georgia, Hungary, Ireland, Latvia, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Spain, UK - Homebased 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 on our mission to shape the future of clinical development About the role At ICON plc, we are committed to improving and saving lives through clinical research. As a Project Manager - Feasibility & Site Activation, you will play a critical role in driving the successful start-up of global clinical studies. This is a highly visible position where you will take ownership of the Study Start-Up (SSU) strategy and execution-ensuring that sites are activated efficiently, regulatory pathways are navigated effectively, and studies are positioned for successful delivery from day one. You will work at the center of cross-functional collaboration, partnering with sponsors, internal teams, and sites worldwide to deliver start-up excellence at scale. What You Will Be Doing Shape and execute Study Start-Up strategies across global, multi-country studies, ensuring alignment with timelines, scope, and sponsor expectations Lead the development and delivery of comprehensive Study Start-Up Plans, covering regulatory, ethics, and contract execution across all participating countries Drive end-to-end start-up activities from site identification through to IP release, maintaining momentum and accountability for key milestones Provide strategic input at Bid Defence and Kick-Off meetings, influencing study design and start-up feasibility from the outset Oversee regulatory and ethics submissions, ensuring high-quality, compliant, and timely approvals across regions Manage site contract and budget negotiations in collaboration with legal, finance, and sponsors, supporting timely site activation Proactively identify risks, dependencies, and bottlenecks, implementing mitigation and escalation strategies to protect study timelines Partner closely with Project Managers and cross-functional stakeholders, ensuring seamless integration of start-up within overall study delivery Ensure accuracy, quality, and inspection readiness of all study documentation, including oversight of CTMS and eTMF activities Lead and coordinate Study Start-Up team members, providing direction, support, and oversight to ensure consistent delivery Drive process consistency and continuous improvement across regions, contributing to operational excellence initiatives Maintain oversight of study metrics, budgets, and scope of work (SOW), ensuring delivery within agreed parameters Provide clear, structured reporting and updates to sponsors and internal leadership, enabling informed decision-making Contribute to a culture of performance, collaboration, and accountability aligned with ICON values Your Profile Proven experience managing Study Start-Up (SSU), feasibility, or site activation activities within clinical research Experience working on global or multi-country clinical studies Strong knowledge of regulatory and ethics submission processes Experience coordinating site contracts and budgets Demonstrated ability to manage timelines, risks, and competing priorities Familiarity with CTMS, eTMF, and clinical trial systems Solid understanding of ICH-GCP and applicable regulatory frameworks Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional, global teams Structured, proactive, and solution-oriented approach #LI-MK1 #LI-Remote What ICON can offer you: Our success depends on the quality of our people. That's why we've made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent. In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family. Our benefits examples include: Various annual leave entitlements A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family's needs. Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead. Global Employee Assistance Programme, TELUS Health, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialised professionals who are there to support you and your family's well-being. Life assurance Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others. Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers. At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We're dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON 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 or submit a request here. Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless - there's every chance you're exactly what we're looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles. Are you a current ICON Employee? Please click here to apply To be considered for this role you will be redirected to our careers page & prompted to create a jobseeker account here. To start the process, click the Continue to Application or Login/Register button below. Benefits: Work From Home
