Clinical Research Associate - North of England

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation. From molecule to medicine, we advance clinical research providing outsourced services to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device and government and public health organisations. With our patients at the centre of all that we do, we help to accelerate the development of drugs and devices that save lives and improve quality of life. Our people are our greatest strength, are at the core of our culture, and the driving force behind our success. ICON people have a mission to succeed and a passion that ensures what we do, we do well.

The Clinical Research Associate (CRA) monitors the progress of clinical studies at investigative sites or remotely, ensuring clinical trials are conducted, recorded, and reported in accordance with the protocol, standard operating procedures (SOPs), International Conference on Harmonization Good Clinical Practices (ICH-GCP) and all applicable regulatory requirements.

• Independently performs a wide variety of onsite and offsite monitoring visit types.
• May be assigned studies that require complex therapeutic knowledge.
• Serves as a preceptor, providing training and coaching feedback to less experienced clinical team members.
• Gathers and reviews information for assigned sites and identifies inconsistencies.
• Independently assesses risk and escalates as applicable.
• Provides corrective and preventative actions.
• Assists with ad hoc, short- term assignments in support of study or departmental initiatives with minimal management support.
• May be assigned clinical tasks where advanced negotiating skills are required.

• Sound knowledge of applicable policies and procedures, SOPs, work instructions and other guidance documents
• Excellent spoken and written communication skills; excellent presentation skills
• Advanced interpersonal, collaboration and time management skills
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office and company collaboration applications
• Advanced skill in utilization of applicable clinical systems
• Advanced critical thinking skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to focus on detail for extended periods of time; high attention to accuracy
• Ability to travel extensively

Benefits of Working in ICON:Our success depends on the knowledge, capabilities and quality of our people. That’s why we are committed to developing our employees in a continuous learning culture – one where we challenge you with engaging work and where every experience adds to your professional development.At ICON, our focus is to provide you with a comprehensive and competitive total reward package that comprises, not only an excellent level of base pay, but also a wide range of variable pay and recognition programs. In addition, our best in class employee benefits, supportive policies and wellbeing initiatives are tailored to support you and your family at all stages of your career - both now, and into the future.ICON, including subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. 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, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know.