CRA II role at ICON. Conduct site qualification, initiation, monitoring & close-out visits. 2+ yrs CRA exp, ICH-GCP expertise & 60% travel req. #ClinicalResearchAssociate #CRA #ClinicalTrials #Monitoring #Pharma #CRO #ICONplc
Advance Clinical Research as a Skilled CRA II
ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We're proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development.
We are seeking a proficient and independent Clinical Research Associate (CRA) II to join our global monitoring team. In this pivotal role, you will be the primary point of contact for clinical trial sites, ensuring protocol compliance, data integrity, and patient safety through hands-on site management. You will conduct all types of monitoring visits, resolve complex queries, and contribute directly to the quality and success of our studies. If you are an experienced CRA ready to take on more responsibility and travel, this role offers a dynamic career path with a global leader.
Your Mission: Ensure Excellence at the Clinical Site Level
You will be entrusted with end-to-end site management, acting as a key liaison between ICON, the sponsor, and investigative staff to drive study progress.
What You Will Be Doing:
- Conduct all types of monitoring visits (Site Qualification, Initiation, Routine Monitoring, and Close-Out) in accordance with the protocol, ICH-GCP, and applicable regulations.
- Ensure ongoing protocol compliance, data integrity, and patient safety through meticulous source data verification (SDV) and review of regulatory documents.
- Collaborate effectively with investigators and site staff to train, motivate, and troubleshoot issues, facilitating smooth study conduct and patient recruitment.
- Perform detailed data review and resolve data queries efficiently to maintain high-quality, timely clinical data.
- Contribute to essential study documentation, including site communications, monitoring reports, and may assist with protocol or clinical study report (CSR) review.
Your Profile: The Independent Site Manager
You are a confident CRA with a solid foundation in monitoring, ready to manage a portfolio of sites with minimal supervision.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a Life Science, Nursing, Pharmacy, or related healthcare/scientific field.
- Minimum of 2 years of independent, hands-on experience as a Clinical Research Associate (CRA), including conducting all visit types.
- In-depth knowledge of clinical trial processes and ICH-GCP guidelines.
- Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong site relationships.
- Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, global environment.
- Ability to travel approximately 60% of the time (domestic and international – fly and drive). A valid driver’s license is required.
What Will Make You Stand Out:
- Experience in specific therapeutic areas (e.g., Oncology, CNS, Immunology).
- Experience with electronic data capture (EDC) systems and clinical trial management systems (CTMS).
- Additional certifications (e.g., CCRP, ACRP-CP).
What ICON Can Offer You:
Our success depends on the quality of our people. We offer a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.
In addition to a competitive salary, ICON offers a range of benefits focused on your well-being:
- Various annual leave entitlements.
- Comprehensive health insurance for you and your family.
- Competitive retirement planning.
- Global Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 support.
- Life assurance.
- Flexible, country-specific optional benefits (e.g., travel allowances, car options).
Visit our careers site to learn more about our benefits.
Our Commitment to You
At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental. We provide an inclusive, accessible environment and are an equal opportunity employer.
If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process due to a medical condition or disability, please let us know.
Interested but unsure if you meet all requirements? We encourage you to apply regardless – you might be the perfect fit for ICON.
Ready to Manage Sites and Drive Trial Success?
If you are an experienced CRA ready for your next challenge with a global leader, we encourage you to apply.
Apply now for the Clinical Research Associate (CRA) II position.
