ICON plc is a global contract research organisation serving the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries. Its work spans clinical, consulting, and commercial services that support drug development from early research through post-marketing activities. The company provides solutions including decentralised clinical trials, cardiac safety, early clinical laboratories, medical imaging, regulatory intelligence, and real-world evidence. ICON plc also brings therapeutic expertise to areas such as cardiovascular disease, oncology, internal medicine, cell and gene therapies, and biosimilars, combining data analysis with patient-focused approaches to help advance clinical programmes.
Clinical Research Associate – Cardiology and Obesity Trials
Monitor sponsor-dedicated cardiology and obesity studies for ICON Strategic Solutions. Support protocol compliance, reliable data, and participant safety across trial sites.
Description
- Carry out site qualification, initiation, monitoring, and close-out visits for clinical trials.
- Maintain protocol compliance, data integrity, and participant safety throughout each trial.
- Work with investigators and site teams to support effective study conduct.
- Review study data and resolve queries to help maintain data quality.
- Help prepare and review study materials, including protocols and clinical study reports.
- Support cardiology and obesity studies in a sponsor-dedicated model.
- Design and analyze clinical trials, interpret complex medical data, and contribute to new treatments and therapies.
Requirements
- Hold a bachelor's degree in a scientific or healthcare-related field.
- Have at least two years of experience as a Clinical Research Associate.
- Bring in-depth knowledge of clinical trial processes, regulations, and ICH-GCP guidelines.
- Demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills, with careful attention to detail.
- Be able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Be willing to travel as needed, approximately 60%.
- Have legal authorization to work in the country where the role is based.
Benefits
- Competitive base pay with performance-related incentives.
- Health and wellbeing programs, including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable.
- Retirement and pension plans.
- Life assurance and disability coverage.
- Employee assistance programs and wellbeing resources.
- Learning and development through structured training and career pathways.