Job DescriptionICON 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 currently seeking a Senior Clinical Research Associate (CRA) to join our diverse and dynamic team. As a Senior CRA at ICON Plc, you will play a critical role in overseeing and managing clinical trial activities to ensure they are conducted according to protocol, regulatory requirements, and industry standards. You will contribute to the success of clinical trials by ensuring data integrity, participant safety, and compliance throughout the study lifecycle.What You Will Be Doing:Monitoring clinical trial sites to ensure adherence to study protocols, regulatory requirements, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards.Conducting site visits to assess site performance, resolve issues, and provide support to ensure successful trial execution.Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and accurate data collection and reporting.Providing training and guidance to site staff and other CRAs to maintain high standards of clinical trial conduct.Building and maintaining effective relationships with site personnel and stakeholders to facilitate smooth trial operations.Your Profile:Master or Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or healthcare-related field.Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Clinical Research Associate.In-depth knowledge of clinical trial processes, regulations, and ICH-GCP guidelines.Strong organizational and communication skills, with attention to detail.Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.Proven ability to manage multiple sites and projects simultaneously, with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.Expertise in monitoring practices, data integrity, and site management, with proficiency in relevant clinical trial software and tools.Excellent communication skills in German and EnglishExcellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and drive compliance within a complex environment.Ability to travel at least 60% of the time (international and domestic - fly and drive) and should possess a valid driver’s licenseWhat ICON can offer you:In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits designed to be competitive within each country and focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.Benefits examples include: Various annual leave entitlements; a range of health insurance offerings; competitive retirement planning offerings; Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialized professionals; Life assurance; Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others.Visit our careers site (https://careers.iconplc.com/benefits) to read more about the benefits ICON offers.Inclusion & belonging: ICON is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment and a workplace free of discrimination and harassment.Reasonable accommodations: 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 or submit a request here (https://careers.iconplc.com/reasonable-accommodations).Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? ICON encourages you to apply regardless.
