US, Senior Clinical Research Associate, Sponsor Dedicated

ICON plc • Blue Bell, TN

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About The Position

US, Senior Clinical Research Associate, Sponsor Dedicated 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 currently seeking a Senior Clinical Research Associate in the Midwest Region to join our diverse and dynamic team. As a Clinical Research Associate II at ICON, you will play a key role in early-phase clinical trials, working closely with Clinical Operations leadership and study teams. This is not a narrowly defined, process-heavy role. You will have the opportunity to contribute broadly, problem-solve in real time, and help shape how Phase I studies are executed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific or healthcare-related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Clinical Research Associate for a biotech, pharmaceutical company or CRO
• Previous CRA experience with Phase I / early-phase trials required
• Are comfortable pivoting and working in evolving environments
• Strong knowledge of GCP and early-phase clinical trial conduct
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently
• Strong communication, adaptability, and problem-solving skills
• Are motivated by learning, growth, and visible impact
• Ability to travel at least 60% of the time (international and domestic - fly and drive) and should possess a valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Hands-on involvement across Phase I study start-up, conduct, and close-out
• Monitor Phase I clinical trials (on-site and remote)
• Support study start-up, site activation, and ongoing site management
• Autonomy to manage sites and priorities in a dynamic environment
• Exposure to complex early-phase activities and decision-making
• Ensure protocol compliance, data integrity, and GCP adherence
• Proactively identify and resolve site and study-level issues
• Partner closely with Clinical Operations and cross-functional teams

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: Mid Level