Senior Project Manager, Laboratory

ICON plc

. Act as the sponsor's main contact for central laboratory services .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeDublin • IrelandSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing clinical trials and laboratory services, ensuring adherence to protocols and effective communication with stakeholders. Proficient in project management, budget monitoring, and providing technical services across multiple clinical studies.

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Clinical Laboratory ExperienceProject Management in Clinical TrialsProtocol Amendment ImplementationInvestigator Meeting PresentationTrial Reconciliation

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Hard Skills

Clinical Trials ManagementProtocol ReviewLaboratory ConfigurationBudget MonitoringDocument ArchivingProject Management PlansData ManagementElectronic Data CaptureTrial ReconciliationSponsor/Regulatory Audit Participation

Soft Skills

Stakeholder CommunicationMentoringProblem SolvingTeam CollaborationClient Support

Tools & Technologies

ICOLabsISite SystemsPM DashboardProtocol Tracking Reports

Industry Keywords

Life SciencesClinical Laboratory ServicesClinical TrialsCustomer ManagementService Area Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as the sponsor's main contact for central laboratory services
Respond to clinical study-specific inquiries from internal and external stakeholders
Review newly assigned protocols and amendments
Coordinate and manage completion of the Clinical Laboratory Worksheet (CLW)
Communicate study information to relevant ICON Laboratories and ICON Clinical CRO departments
Create and update study Project Management Plans
Ensure adherence to protocol-specific monitoring plans
Maintain study files and ensure appropriate document archiving at study closure
Provide sponsors with study management reports
Support clients on ICOLabs and iSite systems
Monitor study budgets using Protocol Tracking reports and other tools
Use the PM Dashboard to monitor study progress and escalate issues
Set timelines for shipment requests for storage samples and verify data
Represent ICON at Sponsor Investigator Meetings, Kick-Off Meetings, Bid Defenses, and Face-to-Face Governance meetings
Mentor and consult with junior team members
Escalate project management issues to the PM Manager and Senior/Executive Management

Requirements

What you’ll need

In-depth proven experience working in a clinical laboratory, clinical trials, or customer management/account management role in a life sciences related organization
Prior relevant experience successfully performing a Project Management role in a service area serving clinical trials, such as IVRS, Clinical Supplies Packaging and Distribution, Medical Imaging, Data Management, or Electronic Data Capture
Successful management providing technical services for multiple clinical trials
Experience presenting at Investigator Meetings
Experience implementing protocol amendments
Experience completing laboratory configurations
Experience with trial reconciliations
Experience participating in sponsor/regulatory audits
Experience with bid defences
Bachelor's degree or local equivalent in Science, Business or related Field and/or an alternative combination of experience, education, and training
Legal right to work in the country where the role is based

Benefits

Comp & perks

Continuous learning culture and professional development opportunities
Competitive base salary
Performance-related incentives
Medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
Retirement and pension plans
Life assurance and disability coverage
Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
Structured training and career pathways
Reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process
Inclusive workplace free of discrimination and harassment