Medical Affairs Specialist

Job Title: Medcial Affairs Specialist

At ICON, it's our people that set us apart.

As a global provider of drug development solutions, our work is serious business. But that doesn't mean you can't have fun while you do it. With our vision to be the partner of choice in drug development, we hire only the best and brightest in the industry! Are you one of them?

At ICON, we have an incredible opportunity for a Medical Affairs Specialist to join the team.

This is a fabulous role within our Medical Affairs team that offers a phenomenal view of the life cycle of a clinical trial. You will be part of a wider project team and have great exposure to both internal and external customers.

In this role you will provide support to Medical Affairs management and Medical Monitors in all aspects of Medical Affairs activities, as needed. Assist in providing medical/scientific consultation to our customers.

RoleDemonstrate meaningful protocol and product knowledge of assigned protocols with mentorship from the Medical MonitorAuthor and contribute to the preparation of core MA deliverablesRecognize potential issues relevant for Medical Affairs project tasks and escalate according to the applicable procedure - own it!Perform review of clinical and diagnostic data with oversight from the MM as it relates to patient safetyLiaise with investigational site and/or Sponsor as necessary regarding MA issues with oversight and guidance from MMLiaise with safety and regulatory teams in order to facilitate open communication regarding updates on SAEs and regulatory issues

RequirementsBachelor's Degree or local equivalent Medical or Health-Science background (nursing preferredEU prior relevant clinical research experienceDemonstrates professional demeanour, judgment, and discernment in interactions with colleagues, clients and other ICON staffHigh level of flexibility and ability to prioritize one's own work and others as it relates to the overall processesBasic knowledge of medical terminology and coding systemsAbility to analyze data in a broader context as it applies to the review of clinical trial data (laboratory values, eCRF, listings, coding) with guidance from Sr. MA Specialist, MA CoordinatorProficient English verbal and written communications