Overview
Clinical Research Associate - 12 months' monitoring experience required
ICON Strategic Solutions is seeking a Clinical Research Associate with at least 12 months of monitoring experience. This role is based in the UK with nationwide travel; ideally the Midlands or south west region is preferred. The position offers full sponsorship for dedicated work as part of ICON’s global clinical research organization.
Responsibilities
* Allocation, initiation and conduct of trials: conduct site selection for potential sites to evaluate their capabilities for conducting a clinical trial; recommend sites to participate in the trial; act as frontline liaison between ICON and sites to ensure successful collaboration and milestone delivery.
* Manage assigned study sites and networks (where applicable); conduct phase I-IV protocols according to the monitoring plan and client procedures; perform Site Initiation Visit and ensure site personnel are trained on trial aspects.
* Provide ongoing training for amendments and new site personnel; retrain as appropriate.
* Conduct continuous monitoring activities (onsite and remote); implement site management to ensure compliance with protocol, GCP, and applicable regulations; safeguard data integrity and patient safety.
* Ensure study milestones for sites are met (startup, recruitment, database analyses, closeout, etc.).
* Perform Site Closeout activities per SOPs and regulations to ensure follow-up and archiving requirements are addressed.
* Document monitoring activities according to ICON standards.
* Participate in audit and inspection readiness activities for monitoring and site-related activities; implement corrective actions within timelines.
* Identify and escalate site issues; collaborate with internal stakeholders and site staff to manage data query resolution and timely data entry.
* Maintain Investigator Folder and ensure essential documents are collected and sTMF(s) kept current.
* Negotiate investigator remuneration and manage financial contracts; ensure timely payments to investigational sites.
You Will Need The Following
* Right to work in the UK
* Up to 2 years pharmaceutical industry experience or relevant experience (NHS or Academic)
* Good knowledge of the drug development process, specifically clinical trials/research
* Knowledge of international standards (GCP/ICH, FDA, EMEA)
* 12+ months' monitoring experience required
* Ability to travel domestically (and possibly internationally) to study sites, trainings and meetings
* Minimum of 50% overnight travel may be required
What ICON Can Offer You
In addition to a competitive salary, ICON offers a range of benefits designed to support well-being and work-life balance for you and your family.
* Various annual leave entitlements
* Health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs
* Competitive retirement planning offerings
* Global Employee Assistance Programme and LifeWorks for 24-hour support
* Life assurance
* Flexible country-specific optional benefits (e.g., childcare vouchers, bike schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments)
Equal Opportunity
ICON is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. 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 you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform essential functions, please let us know through the form provided or at the reasonable accommodations page.
Interested in the role but unsure if you meet all requirements? We encourage you to apply—there’s every chance you’re exactly what we’re looking for at ICON.
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