New · posted Nov 1
ICON · Pharmaceuticals
Manager of Study Start Up
- Blue Bell, PA
- On-site
- Full-time
- Manager
The role
Manager of Study Start Up
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 Manager, Study Start Up at ICON, you will lead and oversee the start-up activities for clinical trials, ensuring that all processes are completed efficiently and in compliance with regulatory requirements.
What you need
You will have solid site start-up and activation experience, with the ability to manage competing priorities and develop your team.
Required qualifications and experience:
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline or healthcare-related field
- Extensive experience in clinical trial study start-up, with a strong understanding of global regulatory requirements and clinical operations.
- Proven leadership skills, with experience managing and mentoring teams in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple studies and priorities simultaneously.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with sponsors and internal teams.
- Experience with process optimization and implementing best practices in study start-up activities.
- Willingness to travel as required (approximately 25%)
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 manage day-to-day site start-up and activation activities, supporting your team to deliver quality outcomes.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing and overseeing the end-to-end study start-up process, including site identification, feasibility, regulatory submissions, and site activation.
- Leading a team of study start-up professionals, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to ensure high performance and successful project delivery.
- Collaborating with sponsors, clinical operations, and regulatory teams to ensure compliance with local and global regulations and timelines for clinical trial initiation.
- Monitoring study start-up metrics, timelines, and budgets to ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope.
- Identifying potential risks and challenges in the start-up process and implementing strategies to mitigate delays or issues.
- Driving continuous improvement initiatives to optimize the study start-up process and enhance overall 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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How the pay compares
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| Annual base pay | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| All US (middle half) | $151,500 | $154,500 | $164,000 |
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- Collaboration and leadership8
- Clinical trial conduct4
- GMP and compliance2
- Lab testing and methods1
- Regulatory submissions1
- Quality systems and risk1
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- Associate & Specialist43 41%
- Manager15 14%
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Manager of Study Start Up at ICON
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