Set Up Specialist

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 Set Up Specialist to join our diverse and dynamic team. As a Set Up Specialist at ICON, you will play a pivotal role in coordinating the initial stages of clinical trials by ensuring that all operational and logistical elements are in place for the successful execution of studies. You will contribute to the advancement of innovative treatments and therapies by facilitating efficient study setup processes and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

What You Will Be Doing:

Coordinating the setup of clinical trials, including site selection, regulatory document preparation, and study material distribution.
Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on study protocols, timelines, and operational requirements.
Ensuring compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and other regulatory guidelines throughout the study setup phase.
Providing ongoing support to study teams and sites, addressing any issues that arise during the trial setup process.
Maintaining accurate records and documentation related to study setup activities.

Your Profile:

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as life sciences, clinical research, or healthcare management.
Experience in clinical trial setup, regulatory submissions, or site management, preferably within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
Strong understanding of clinical trial processes, regulatory requirements, and GCP guidelines.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple setup tasks simultaneously.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.

What ICON can offer you:

Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.

In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.

Our benefits examples include:

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.

Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.

At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We’re dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON 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 or submit a request here.

Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless – there’s every chance you’re exactly what we’re looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles.

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