Senior Site Activation Lead

Senior Site Activation Lead ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.

As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.

As a Senior Site Activation Lead at ICON, you will oversee and drive the site activation process for clinical trials.

What You Will Do:

You will oversee site start-up and activation workstreams, ensuring deliverables meet quality and timeline expectations.

Key responsibilities include: Leading and managing the end-to-end site activation process, including site identification, feasibility assessments, contract negotiations, and regulatory submissions. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of site activation milestones and the smooth initiation of clinical trials. Monitoring site activation progress and resolving challenges or bottlenecks to ensure on-time study start-up. Providing guidance and mentorship to junior team members involved in site activation activities. Maintaining communication with internal stakeholders and external site teams to ensure alignment on activation goals and timelines.

Your Profile:

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 life sciences, clinical research, or a related field. Extensive experience in site activation, clinical trial start-up, or project management within the clinical research industry. Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong knowledge of regulatory and contractual requirements for clinical site activation. Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams effectively. Willingness to travel as required (approximately 20%)

Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.

Rewards & Benefits ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.

Benefits may include: 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

Benefits may vary depending on role and location.

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Inclusion and Accessibility ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.

If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request  here .

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