Director, Study Start Up

ICON plc

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About The Position

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. They are seeking a Director, Study Start Up to join their diverse and dynamic team. As a Director, Study Start Up at ICON, you will play a pivotal role in designing and analyzing clinical trials, interpreting complex medical data, and contributing to the advancement of innovative treatments and therapies. ICON is proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and welcomes individuals to join their mission to shape the future of clinical development. ICON is an award-winning workplace that enables employees to make a difference to patients’ lives by being part of a world-class clinical research organisation that helps deliver new medicines & medical devices that are benefitting patients worldwide. The company is also part of a diverse company that cares about the world and is dedicated to conducting business more sustainably and supporting the communities in which they live.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific or related field.
• Extensive experience in clinical research, with a focus on study start-up activities.
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop team members.
• Excellent understanding of regulatory requirements and guidelines governing clinical trials.
• Proven track record of successfully managing multiple projects and timelines in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree in a scientific or related field.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing the Study Start Up team to ensure efficient and timely initiation of clinical trials.
• Developing and implementing strategies for optimizing study start-up timelines and processes.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and coordination throughout the study start-up phase.
• Overseeing the preparation and submission of regulatory documents and approvals.
• Providing expertise and guidance on regulatory requirements and best practices related to study start-up activities.

Benefits

• Various annual leave entitlements
• A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs.
• Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
• Global Employee Assistance Programme, TELUS Health, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialised professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well-being.
• Life assurance
• Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others.

What This Job Offers

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