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 Trials — Romania
Monitor oncology clinical trials remotely in Romania for ICON’s sponsor-dedicated research services. Oversee study sites, compliance, data quality, and trial delivery.
Description
- Manage clinical trial activities in line with study protocols, regulations, and industry standards.
- Lead technically complex monitoring work, emphasizing quality and ongoing improvement.
- Check that trial sites follow study protocols, regulatory requirements, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
- Visit sites to evaluate performance, address issues, and support effective trial delivery.
- Work with cross-functional teams to ensure data is collected and reported accurately and on time.
- Train and advise site staff and fellow Clinical Research Associates.
- Build productive relationships with site teams and stakeholders to support efficient trial operations.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant science or healthcare field.
- Substantial Clinical Research Associate experience and a strong grasp of clinical trial procedures and regulatory requirements.
- Previous on-site monitoring experience with oncology trials.
- Expert knowledge of monitoring, data integrity, and site management, plus proficiency with relevant clinical trial software and tools.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management abilities, including the capacity to influence and promote compliance in a complex setting.
- Available to travel as needed, approximately 60%.
- Authorized to work legally in Romania.
Benefits
- Competitive base pay with performance 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.
- Structured training and career development opportunities.