Lead CRA

• Lead CRA - Ophthalmology
• ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.
• As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.

What You Will Be Doing

• Leading site management activities, including site selection, initiation, monitoring, and close-out visits, to ensure compliance with study protocols and regulatory guidelines.
• Serving as the primary point of contact for clinical sites, addressing site queries, and resolving issues to maintain site engagement and performance.
• Ensuring the integrity of clinical data by conducting thorough source data verification, reviewing site records, and monitoring for protocol deviations.
• Mentoring and providing guidance to CRAs, contributing to their professional development and supporting the consistent application of best practices across studies.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including clinical project managers, data managers, and biostatisticians, to ensure the successful execution of clinical trials.

Your Profile

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences, nursing, pharmacy, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• Extensive experience as a Clinical Research Associate within the pharmaceutical, biotech, or CRO industry, with a proven track record of managing complex clinical trials.
• In-depth knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines, regulatory requirements, and clinical trial processes.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to manage and motivate CRAs and site staff effectively.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to managing site performance and resolving issues.
• Experience in Gene Therapy or Ophthalmology studies (complex indications)

Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.

Rewards & Benefits

ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.

Benefits may include

• Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
• Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
• Retirement and pension plans
• Life assurance and disability coverage
• Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
• Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways

• Benefits may vary depending on role and location.
• Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.

Inclusion and Accessibility

• ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.
• If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here .
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