Clinical Data Science Lead

ICON plc • Rahway, NJ

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Clinical Data Lead ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster. As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers. As a Clinical Data Science Lead at ICON, you will drive data science initiatives within clinical trials, ensuring that our analyses provide meaningful insights that inform strategic decisions. This is an office/ flex position, and you will need to go into the office at least 2 days a week in Rahway, NJ.

Requirements

• Extensive start-up and in-life data management experience is required
• Fluent oral and written English language skills
• Knowledge of applicable regulations and policies
• Proficient overall working knowledge of the clinical development process
• At least a B.A. or B.S. degree, preferably in life science, computer science, or health care related discipline; OR associate's degree with at least 5 years’ professional experience in clinical data management; OR High School Diploma (or equivalent) with at least 8 years’ professional experience in clinical data management.
• Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.

Nice To Haves

• Approximately 3 years or more of experience in data management, medical research, or database design and development is preferable
• Knowledge of database structures and available tools to manage, extract, and report data, is preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day clinical data science activities, supporting your team to deliver quality outcomes.
• Under the direction of the applicable management, the Lead Clinical Data Manager (LCDM) is responsible for executing end-to-end data management activities pertaining to clinical trials, including but not limited to data management tool and system development, validation and maintenance, data collection, data integrity review and reconciliation, query management, medical coding, and database lock preparation.
• Works with management to maintain the consistent execution of quality global procedures and monitors workload and resource allocation, if applicable.
• Supports the comprehensive development of junior staff and encourages effective interaction with business partners to achieve common objectives.
• Accountable for the quality and timely execution and deliverables at the trial level.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
• Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
• Retirement and pension plans
• Life assurance and disability coverage
• Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
• Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level