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.
Senior Clinical Research Associate, Oncology (France, Remote)
Monitor oncology trials for ICON Strategic Solutions, overseeing site performance, protocol compliance, data quality, and regulatory standards. Support reliable trial conduct through site visits, team collaboration, and guidance for site staff and CRAs.
Description
- Manage clinical trial activities in line with study protocols, regulations, and industry standards.
- Lead technically complex monitoring work, promoting quality and ongoing improvement.
- Check that trial sites follow study protocols, regulatory requirements, and Good Clinical Practice standards.
- Visit sites to review performance, resolve issues, and support trial delivery.
- Work with cross-functional teams to coordinate timely, accurate data collection and reporting.
- Train and advise site staff and fellow CRAs.
- Develop and sustain productive relationships with site teams and stakeholders.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant science or healthcare field.
- Substantial Clinical Research Associate experience and a strong grasp of trial processes and regulatory requirements.
- Ability to oversee several sites and projects at once, supported by strong organization and problem-solving skills.
- Strong knowledge of monitoring, data integrity, and site management, including relevant clinical trial software and tools.
- Excellent communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence compliance in a complex setting.
- Able to travel as needed, approximately 60% of the time.
- Legal authorization to work in the country where the role is based.
Benefits
- Base salary and performance-related incentives.
- Health and wellbeing programmes, including medical, dental, and vision coverage where available.
- Retirement and pension plans.
- Life assurance and disability coverage.
- Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources.
- Structured training and career development opportunities.