Site Engagement Lead

ICON plc

. Develop and implement site-specific action plans to accelerate patient recruitment and retention .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $100,472 - $125,590 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in patient recruitment and retention strategies within clinical trials, with a strong focus on immunology and dermatology. Capable of educating healthcare professionals and engaging with diverse communities while maintaining accurate reporting and compliance.

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Clinical Trial ExperienceImmunology KnowledgePatient Recruitment StrategiesInterpersonal Communication SkillsMentorship Capabilities

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Hard Skills

Patient RecruitmentClinical Trial ManagementData AnalysisSite Performance AnalysisEducational Session FacilitationProtocol EducationRecord KeepingTherapeutic Area Knowledge

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationCollaborative MindsetCustomer Service OrientationProactive Problem SolvingAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Internal Reporting Systems

Industry Keywords

Life Sciences DegreeClinical TrialsSite EngagementPatient AdvocacyHealth Fair Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement site-specific action plans to accelerate patient recruitment and retention
Educate healthcare professionals and site staff on study protocols, procedures, and disease areas
Engage with the public in formal health fairs or patient advocacy group events to provide approved, publicly available information
Partner with referral networks to identify potential trial participants
Analyze site performance data to tailor recruitment strategies and improve enrollment outcomes
Conduct recruitment educational sessions and share best practices across sites
Maintain accurate records in internal reporting systems and manage deliverables
Stay current with technical knowledge in relevant therapeutic areas
Work collaboratively in a sponsor-dedicated model supported by ICON’s global expertise

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in life sciences or a related field
Minimum 2–3 years of relevant experience working in clinical trials
1 year of immunology experience; preferred dermatology
1 year of experience as a Clinical Trial Educator/Site Engagement Lead/Clinical Trial Liaison like role
Deep knowledge and Clinical competence in relevant therapeutic areas
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work independently and make informed decisions
Collaborative mindset with a strong customer service orientation
High flexibility to travel and adapt to diverse cultural environments (appx 60% but must be able to travel as study needs demand)
Mentorship capabilities and willingness to take on additional responsibilities
Proactive, solution-oriented approach with a “can-do” attitude
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