Site Activation Lead

ICON plc

. Lead clinical trial start-up activities, understanding client objectives and assisting in the development of plans for country and site distribution .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeRemote • Pennsylvania • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading clinical trial start-up activities and managing site activation processes while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and sponsor expectations. Strong project management capabilities are essential for optimizing performance and achieving successful study outcomes.

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Clinical Trial Start-UpProject ManagementRegulatory ComplianceSite ActivationCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Clinical ResearchSite Activation PlanningRegulatory Submission ProcessesKPI ManagementProject Delivery

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationTime ManagementCollaboration

Industry Keywords

Life SciencesClinical TrialsSOPsSponsor ExpectationsKick-Off Meetings

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead clinical trial start-up activities, understanding client objectives and assisting in the development of plans for country and site distribution
Oversee day-to-day delivery of all aspects of site activation in assigned projects, ensuring adherence to sponsor timelines, expectations, ICON/client KPIs, SOPs, and regulatory standards
Ensure each project has a comprehensive site activation plan and conduct studies in accordance with the plan
Lead sponsor initiatives such as kick-off meetings, bid defenses, project updates, status calls, and other key communications
Utilize project management skills to optimize performance and collaboration, ensuring successful study outcomes
Manage day-to-day site start-up and activation activities and support the team to deliver quality outcomes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree, preferably in life sciences
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Clinical Research environment, focusing on Start-Up experience
Strong project management skills, with a deep understanding of regulatory and submission processes in various countries
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
Proven ability to work efficiently to tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities
Willingness to travel as required (approximately 15%)
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