Clinical Research Associate

ICON Strategic Solutions
Sheffield
2 days ago
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ICON Strategic Solutions is currently hiring Clinical Research Associates for various clients (major pharmaceutical/ biotech companies) FSP dedicated teams looking for CRAs located in the United Kingdom.

-Current CRA openings are at the CRA I, II and Sr CRA levels

-Full time - competitive salary plus benefits

-Must be located in UK- United Kingdom


Description

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. From molecule to medicine, we advance clinical research providing outsourced services to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device and government and public health organizations. With our patients at the center of all that we do, we help to accelerate the development of drugs and devices that save lives and improve quality of life.


Our people are our greatest strength, are at the core of our culture, and the driving force behind our success. ICON people have a mission to succeed and a passion that ensures what we do, we do well.


ICON is searching for CRAs in most major markets throughout the United Kingdom. The position is home-based and requires some on-site monitoring experience.


Responsibilities:


The Clinical Research Associate monitors activities at clinical study sites to assure adherence to Good Clinical Practices (GCPs), SOPs and study protocols. Reviews regulatory documents as required and prepares site visit reports. Responsible for multiple projects and must work both independently and in a team environment. May participate in the study development, start-up and close-out process including reviewing protocols, preparing Informed Consent forms, developing key study documents, organizing and presenting at investigator meetings, working with management on monitoring strategy and performing other tasks as assigned. Continues professional training to maintain awareness of developments in the field of clinical research.


Requirements:


• Prefer BS/BA or RN

• On-site monitoring experience

• Customer service orientation

• Sound knowledge of medical terminology, clinical monitoring process, FDA regulations and ICH guidelines

• Ability to perform travel for site visits

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills

• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Computer literacy, proficiency in MS Office


Benefits of Working in ICON:


Our success depends on the knowledge, capabilities and quality of our people. That’s why we are committed to developing our employees in a continuous learning culture – one where we challenge you with engaging work and where every experience adds to your professional development.


At ICON, our focus is to provide you with a comprehensive and competitive total reward package that comprises, not only an excellent level of base pay, but also a wide range of variable pay and recognition programs. In addition, our best in class employee benefits, supportive policies and wellbeing initiatives are tailored to support you and your family at all stages of your career - both now, and into the future.


ICON, including subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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

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