Clinical Associate

ICON plc

. Assist in the planning, execution, and monitoring of clinical trials, ensuring adherence to protocol requirements, regulatory guidelines, and industry standards .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeRemote • Pennsylvania • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in planning, executing, and monitoring clinical trials while ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines and industry standards. Proficient in coordinating study activities, maintaining documentation, and supporting data analysis and reporting.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Clinical Trial ManagementRegulatory ComplianceData Collection and AnalysisOrganizational SkillsEffective Communication

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Hard Skills

Clinical ResearchData ManagementStudy DocumentationPatient RecruitmentProblem-SolvingAttention to DetailStudy Close-Out ActivitiesProtocol AdherenceMonitoring VisitsData Integrity

Soft Skills

Time ManagementInterpersonal SkillsCollaborationRelationship Building

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical IndustryBiotechnologyCRO IndustryStandard Operating ProceduresClinical OperationsBiometrics

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist in the planning, execution, and monitoring of clinical trials, ensuring adherence to protocol requirements, regulatory guidelines, and industry standards
Coordinate study activities including site initiation, patient recruitment, data collection, and monitoring visits
Collaborate with Clinical Operations, Data Management, and Biometrics teams
Maintain comprehensive study documentation and records in compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures
Support study close-out activities including data cleaning, analysis, and preparation of clinical study reports

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline or healthcare-related field
Previous experience in clinical research or healthcare, preferably within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or CRO industry
Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage competing priorities effectively
Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities, with a commitment to ensuring data accuracy, integrity, and compliance
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and build strong relationships with study teams and clinical sites
Willingness to travel as required
Legal right to work in the country where the role is based

Benefits

Comp & perks

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