ICON plc

Clinical Research Associate - Start up - Cross TA

ICON plc$91K — $114K *
US-Anywhere
+ 2 other locationsRemote
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S., R.N., or equivalent degree in Biological Sciences preferred.
  • Based in Illinois, near a major airport.
  • 2-3 years' experience in monitoring pharmaceutical industry clinical trials.
  • 1-3 years' experience monitoring cross therapeutic area clinical trials.
  • Knowledge in multiple therapeutic areas is required.
  • Experience in study start-up as a CRA is essential.
  • Familiarity with analytical/risk-based monitoring is advantageous.
  • Proven ability to engage with patient recruitment strategies at assigned sites.
  • Proficient in using related systems and databases (e.g., CTMS, EDC, eTMF).
  • Strong communication skills for managing study sites both remotely and in-person.

Responsibilities

  • Manage multiple trials with a start-up focus across various therapeutic areas.
  • Collaborate with teams to identify and activate clinical trial sites.
  • Conduct Site Qualification Visits to evaluate sites for studies.
  • Establish relationships with site personnel for onboarding.
  • Ensure compliance with ICH-GCP guidelines and internal SOPs.
  • Coordinate document collection for timely site activation.
  • Serve as the main contact for sites and stakeholders during start-up.
  • Monitor and analyze KPIs related to site selection and activation timelines.
  • Identify and resolve potential delays in study initiation.
  • Maintain documentation for preparedness for inspections.

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary and performance-related bonuses.
  • Health and wellbeing programs, including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable.
  • Retirement and pension plans available.
  • Life assurance and disability coverage included.
  • Employee assistance programs and wellbeing resources offered.
  • Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways.
Full Job Description
Clinical Research Associate (Start up) - Cross Therapeutic Area - Illinois

What will you be doing?

  • Works on multiple trials within the Cross Therapeutic areas - Start up focus
  • Collaborate with country operations teams to identify, select, and activate clinical trial sites in accordance with project timelines and requirements.
  • Perform Site Qualification Visits (SQVs) to assess the eligibility of sites for participation in specific clinical studies.
  • Build strong relationships with site personnel to facilitate a smooth onboarding process.
  • Ensure that all activities adhere to ICH-GCP guidelines, local regulatory standards, and internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Coordinate with the country operations team to collect essential documents (such as regulatory approvals and contracts) to enable timely site activation.
  • Act as the main point of contact for sites, study teams, and external stakeholders throughout the start-up process.
  • Work closely with the country operations team to manage investigator contracts, regulatory documents, and site-specific start-up activities.
  • Provide regular status updates to both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment with important project milestones.
  • Monitor, report on, and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related to site selection and start-up timelines.
  • Proactively identify and address any issues that may delay study initiation or affect trial deliverables.
  • Maintain precise documentation to ensure readiness for inspections.
  • Support sites during the activation phase until they achieve 4Green Light5 status for site opening.
  • Facilitate coordination with site staff to ensure all pre-study requirements, including contracts, budgets, and essential documentation, are met.
  • Possibly assist in audit and inspection preparations to guarantee compliance with regulatory and ethical standards.

What do you need to have?

  • Have a minimum of a B.S., R.N., or equivalent degree, preferably in Biological Sciences
  • Must be located in the Ilinois; near a major airport.
  • Must have 2 -3 years9 experience in monitoring pharmaceutical industry clinical trials
  • Have a minimum of 1-3 years' experience monitoring cross therapeutic area clinical trials
  • Knowledge of several therapeutic areas
  • Study start up experience as a CRA
  • Analytical/risk-based monitoring experience is an asset
  • Ability to actively drive patient recruitment strategies at assigned sites
  • Ability to partner closely with investigator and site staff to meet all of our study timelines
  • Ability to operate and use various systems and databases (e.g. CTMS, EDC, eTMF, various dashboards/metrics, IWRS, safety reporting).
  • Possess strong communication and influencing skills to effectively manage study sites both remotely and face to face. Strong team member and self-starter with the ability to work independently.
  • Have an in-depth knowledge of Good Clinical Practice, ICH guidelines and local regulatory requirements.
  • To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status.


Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.


Rewards & Benefits

ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.


Benefits may include:

  • 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

Benefits may vary depending on role and location.


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Inclusion and Accessibility

ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.


If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request.

Salary Range

$91,336.00-$114,170.00

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About ICON plc

ICON plc is a global provider of drug development and commercialisation services to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device industries. The company specialises in the strategic development, management and analysis of programs that support clinical development. ICON has approximately 15700 employees in 40 countries. The company was founded in Dublin, Ireland in 1990 and is headquartered in Leopardstown, Dublin. ICON has been publicly traded on the NASDAQ since 1998.
Learn more about ICON plc
Size
39,300 employees
Market Cap
$16.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$332.3 million
Founded
2017
5 Year Trend
+26.9%
Revenue
$2.7 billion
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