Project Associate

As a CTA you will be joining the world’s largest & most comprehensive clinical research organisation, powered by healthcare intelligence.

What you will be doing:

• Working fully outsourced at one of our global pharmaceutical clients, the Clinical Trial Assistant plays a fundamental role in the successful execution of global clinical trials. Operating within the scope of the Clinical Development Plan, ICH-GCP guidelines and in accordance with the study protocol, local and international regulatory requirements and company procedures, you will work to support the completion and coordination of various logistical and administrative tasks.
• Your work will be varied, fast-paced and quality focused. Typical duties will include supporting other members of the local study team, including Clinical Research Associates and Lead Monitors, collecting data required for regulatory submissions, document tracking (contracts, financial agreements, patient informed consent forms, insurance certificates) and managing the delivery of non-drug related study supplies. Maintaining constructive relationships with site staff (eg Investigators, Study Coordinators etc) as well as your colleagues within the organisation, the Clinical Trial Assistant is responsible for tracking site budget related matters, including processing invoices, tracking payments etc. The maintenance and updating of the Trial Master File (and preparation for relevant QC checks when applicable) will also fall within your remit.
• Functioning as a key component of the clinical study team, you may also be responsible for scheduling meetings, updating Excel trackers, coordinating the translation of site documents and providing ad-hoc support as appropriate.

You are:

• To be considered for this position, you must be have a degree (or equivalent) in a relevant life-sciences discipline (nursing, biology etc) along with previous experience in a similar role, either in a pharmaceutical company or a CRO.
• Fluency in English is essential, along with proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office suite. Demonstrable experience of working to high quality standards and resolving issues will also feature in your profile.
• The ability to effectively communicate with others and foster positive working relationships will guarantee success within this role.

Why 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.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.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, colour, 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.Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless – there’s every chance you’re exactly what we’re looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles.