Start your CRA career at ICON! CRA I role: learn site monitoring, ensure GCP compliance & patient safety. Life sciences degree & 60% travel required. Comprehensive training provided.
Launch Your Career on the Frontlines of Clinical Research
ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. From molecule to medicine, we advance clinical research providing outsourced services to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device organizations worldwide.
We are seeking a motivated and eager Clinical Research Associate I (CRA I) to begin a structured career path in clinical monitoring. This is your foundational role to learn and grow under the guidance of experienced mentors. You will be trained to become the vital link between the study protocol and the investigative site, ensuring data integrity, patient safety, and regulatory compliance. If you have a life sciences background, a passion for healthcare, and a readiness to travel, this is your gateway to a rewarding global career.
Your Mission: Learn, Support, and Ensure Excellence at the Site Level
As a CRA I, you will build the core competencies of clinical monitoring through hands-on experience and structured training. You will support senior CRAs and progressively take ownership of site activities, developing into an independent, trusted professional.
Key Responsibilities
1. Foundational Site Monitoring & Support
- Learn to conduct site monitoring visits (co-monitoring, accompanied visits) to ensure adherence to the study protocol, ICH-GCP guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
- Assist with source data verification (SDV), review of essential documents, and maintenance of the Trial Master File (TMF).
- Support site management activities, including tracking patient recruitment, data query resolution, and investigational product accountability.
2. Study Coordination & Documentation
- Work actively to coordinate study start-up, initiation, and close-out activities under supervision.
- Complete accurate study status reports and maintain precise study documentation.
- Run sponsor-generated queries efficiently and contribute to ensuring study cost efficiency.
3. Relationship Building & Compliance
- Begin developing professional, collaborative relationships with site staff and internal team members.
- Ensure patient safety and data integrity by learning and adhering to ICON’s SOPs, protocols, and regulatory requirements.
- Participate in internal meetings and training sessions to continuously build your expertise.
Who You Are: The Ideal Foundation Builder
You are a curious, detail-oriented graduate with a strong desire to build a hands-on career in clinical research. You are adaptable, a quick learner, and excited by the prospect of contributing to medical advancements.
Your Required Profile:
- University degree in Medicine, Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Nursing, or an equivalent field.
- 0-2 years of experience as a CRA. This role is designed for entry-level candidates; comprehensive training will be provided.
- Basic understanding of ICH-GCP guidelines and clinical trial processes.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Strong interpersonal skills to handle queries professionally and build rapport.
- Willingness and ability to travel approximately 60% (domestic/international). A valid driver’s license is required.
- Proactive, organized, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment.
What Will Make You Stand Out:
- Prior internship or work experience in a clinical, healthcare, or pharmaceutical setting.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and meticulous attention to detail.
- A proactive, problem-solving attitude.
Why Start Your CRA Career at ICON?
1. World-Class Training & Structured Development
- Receive comprehensive, industry-leading training in monitoring techniques, ICH-GCP, and therapeutic areas.
- Benefit from a formal mentoring program and accompanied visits to build confidence and skill.
- This role is the recognized first step on the ICON career ladder to CRA II, Senior CRA, and beyond.
2. Purpose-Driven Field Work
- See the direct impact of your work on patient safety and data quality from day one.
- Gain exposure to diverse therapeutic areas and study phases across a global portfolio.
3. Comprehensive Field-Based Package & Support
- Competitive entry-level salary and benefits package.
- Full travel support, including car allowance, expenses, and logistics.
- Generous annual leave entitlements.
- Comprehensive health, life, and retirement benefits.
- Global Employee Assistance Programme and dedicated early-career support.
Join a Culture that Invests in Your Growth
At ICON, we believe that investing in new talent is essential to shaping the future of clinical development. We are committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment and encourage all qualified graduates to apply.
Ready to take the first step toward a career that turns scientific curiosity into clinical reality?
Apply now to launch your journey as a CRA I at ICON.