New · posted Nov 1
ICON · Pharmaceuticals
Clinical Operations Specialist
- Blue Bell, PA
- On-site
- Full-time
- Associate & Specialist
The role
Clinical Operations Specialist
At ICON Strategic Solutions, you will work in a sponsor-dedicated model, supported by ICON’s global expertise.
As the world’s largest FSP organisation, with over 90 sponsor partnerships, we offer stability, career development and a collaborative environment where your work contributes to the development of treatments that benefit patients worldwide.
As a Study Start Up Associate II at ICON, you will lead the initiation of clinical trials, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and contribute to the advancement of innovative treatments and therapies.
What you need
You will bring relevant site start-up and activation experience, along with the following qualifications and skills.
Required qualifications and experience:
- Bachelor's degree in life sciences or a related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in clinical research or regulatory affairs, with specific experience in study start-up activities.
- Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and guidelines for clinical trials, including ICH-GCP and local regulatory requirements.
- Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Willingness to travel as required (approximately 5%)
Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.
What you'll do
You will contribute to site start-up and activation activities, taking responsibility for your deliverables and working collaboratively.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the preparation and submission of regulatory documents, including clinical trial applications, ethics committee submissions, and regulatory agency communications.
- Coordinating and liaising with internal and external stakeholders to obtain necessary approvals and authorizations for study initiation.
- Managing and maintaining comprehensive and accurate records of regulatory submissions, approvals, and correspondence
- Providing guidance and support to study teams on regulatory requirements and best practices for study start-up activities.
- Participating in process improvement initiatives to streamline study start-up processes and enhance efficiency.
Pay and benefits
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Rewards & Benefits
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
ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.
Benefits may include:
Benefits may vary depending on role and location.
Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.
Where you'll work
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Inclusion and Accessibility
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How the pay compares
Associate & Specialist roles in the US12 roles publishing pay
| Annual base pay | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| All US (middle half) | $74,875 | $88,750 | $102,500 |
Comparisons: the base pay employers published on open Clinical Operations roles at the same level on Regulatory Jobs, November 1, 2026. Nothing is estimated.
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- Collaboration and leadership7
- Clinical trial conduct4
- GMP and compliance2
- Documentation and SOPs2
- Regulatory submissions2
- Lab testing and methods1
- Quality systems and risk1
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- Quality7 7%
- Regulatory3 3%
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- Senior & Principal45 42%
- Associate & Specialist43 41%
- Manager15 14%
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