SENIOR MANAGER, CLINICAL TRIAL MANAGEMENT

Senior Manager, Clinical Trial Management 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.
At ICON, it’s our people that set us apart.
Our diverse teams enable us to become a better partner to our customers and help us to fulfil our mission to advance and improve patients’ lives.
Our ‘Own It’ culture is driven by four key values that bring us together as individuals and set us apart as an organisation.
Accountability & Delivery, Collaboration, Partnership and Integrity.
We want to be the Clinical Research Organisation that delivers excellence to our clients and to patients at every touch-point.
In short, to be the partner of choice in drug development.
That’s our vision.
We’re driven by it.
And we need talented people who share it.
If you’re as driven as we are, join us.
You’ll be working in a dynamic and supportive environment, with some of the brightest and the friendliest people in the sector, and you’ll be helping shape an industry.
To act as the Functional Lead from Clinical Research Services with responsibility for delivery of all clinical aspects of clinical studies.
To oversee and serve as the liaison between the Project Manager and a group of Clinical Research Associates (CRAs) assigned to a given clinical study for the delivery of all aspects of monitoring and site management, ensuring consistency with ICH/GCP and applicable ICON Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), applicable regulations, and the Monitoring Plan.
Ensuring the clinical portion of the study is inspection ready at all times.
May also act as a single service project manager, or as a project manager for small studies.
Recognize, exemplify and adhere to ICON's values which centre on our commitment to People, Clients and Performance.
As a Professional, the employee is expected to recognize the importance of, and create a culture of, process improvement with a focus on streamlining our processes, adding value to our business, and meeting client needs.
Actively identify opportunities for process improvement.
Lead or participate in process improvement initiatives, as assigned, and promote the sharing of best practices.
Travel (approximately 25%) domestic and/or international.
Primary point of contact for the clinical aspects of designated projects and responsible for developing successful cross-functional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
May act as the primary point of contact for smaller or single service projects.
Responsible for planning, scheduling and implementing the clinical aspects of projects in line with contract and budget, e.
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implementation of protocol and amendments, protocol deviation prevention, tracking and reporting, IP management, timely investigator payments.
Responsible for driving enrolment as per contracted timelines.
Regular oversight of key clinical metrics, including but not limited to.
Days on Site (DOS), Monitoring Visit reports (MVR) and Follow up Letters (FUL) timelines, Action Items (Al) and other quality metrics, to ensure they are met and followed-up as necessary.
Oversight of visit report review and approval, including site issue escalation and resolution.
This may involve direct review/approval of site visit reports, and interacting with the Central Visit Report Approvers, as appropriate.
Ensure clinical data is entered into the ICON CTMS or any other CTMS in a timely and accurate manner.
Contribute to the development and maintenance of all clinical elements of cross functional project plans.
• Able to work on multinational studies or take the role of a Global CTM.
• *Responsible for co-ordinating, managing and mentoring the clinical project team to ensure • high performance and productivity (e.
Days on Site for CRAs) • optimal utilization, • continuous development • minimal turnover • all necessary project training is provided, documented and filed appropriately.
Active involvement in clinical risk planning and assessment, developing mitigation strategies and associated action plans, issue escalation and resolution.
Responsible for the development and maintenance of operational plans for clinical deliverables e.
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CRF completion guideline, Monitoring Plan, Recruitment Plan, Clinical Training Plan, annotated trip report etc.
Ensure the core clinical portions of the Trial Master File (electronic or paper TMF) are up-to-date and maintained in accordance with SOPs and the File Master Plan (FMP), including involvement in archiving as necessary.
This includes documented QC checks of in house investigator site files.
Ensure all close-out activities are completed as necessary e.
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End of Trial (EOT) notifications sent, all payments made, CTMS updated, all visit reports finalized and all action items resolved.
Lead and/or actively participate in the conduct of clinical team meetings.
Ensure timely dissemination of information on study progress or issues and/or processes to all team members related to clinical deliverables and accurate tracking of any relevant study information related to clinical deliverables.
Implement QC activities, ensure compliance with quality measures, and monitor required quality metrics.
Develop a succession plan for clinical study team members and, in the event of a change to the team, ensure an effective hand-over that is appropriately documented.
Participate in the hiring interview process, if applicable.
Maintain confidentiality of information, as appropriate.
Participate in business development activities including bid defense meetings; may be required to provide input to the clinical strategy.
May be required to undertake specific PM tasks, as agreed with Line Manager  Participate in Company/Departmental initiatives, as requested.
Undertake other reasonably related duties as assigned.
Benefits of Working in ICON.
Our success depends on the quality of our people.
That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.
We offer very competitive salary packages.
And to keep them competitive, we regularly benchmark them against our competitors.
Our annual bonuses reflect delivery of performance goals – both ours and yours.
We also provide a range of health-related benefits to employees and their families and offer competitive retirement plans – and related benefits such as life assurance – so you can save and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
But beyond the competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, you’ll benefit from an environment where you are encouraged to fulfil your sense of purpose and drive lasting change.
ICON 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 through the form below.
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, LifeWorks, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over independent specialized 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, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others.
Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.
At ICON, diversity, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values.
Our rich diversity makes us more innovative which helps us better serve our people, patients, customers, and our communities.
We're proud of our diverse workforce and the work we’ve done to become a more inclusive organisation.
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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