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Study Start Up Manager

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ICON
5+ years
Not Disclosed
10 April 18, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Remote Education: B.Sc./M.Sc/B.Pharm/M.Pharm/Life Science Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

 

Job Title:

Study Start Up Manager


Location:

Canada (Remote)


Job ID:

2025-118778


Department:

Study Start-Up (ICON Strategic Solutions)


Job Type:

Full-Time, Remote


Application Contact:

Name: Kala Murphy
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Job Description:

About ICON:
ICON plc is the world’s largest and most comprehensive clinical research organization, powered by healthcare intelligence, providing innovative solutions for clinical trials.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the country SSU strategy in collaboration with Study Start-Up Team Lead and global study team.

  • Ensure SSU timelines and deliverables are met from country allocation until site activation ("Green Light").

  • Prepare and review IRB/IEC submission packages, Informed Consent Forms, and engage Regulatory Affairs/CTA Hub for Health Authorities submissions.

  • Coordinate responses to deficiency letters and reportable events, ensuring quality and compliance with regulatory standards.

  • Ensure TMF documents in study start-up are inspection-ready and maintain financial standards.

  • Implement efficient processes in line with client strategy.

  • Oversee local vendor selection and performance as needed.

  • Lead site selection and ensure sites are ready for "Green Light" for drug release.

  • Supervise SSU team activities to achieve quality execution according to client standards and local regulations.

  • Lead local SSU team meetings and contribute to global study team meetings.

  • Develop country site initiation and patient enrollment plans.


Qualifications & Experience:

  • Experience: Minimum 5 years in clinical operations, project management, or clinical trial monitoring.

  • Skills:

    • Strong understanding of clinical drug development, trial set-up, execution, and monitoring.

    • Ability to lead in a matrix environment without direct reports.

    • In-depth knowledge of international drug development standards (GCP/ICH), health authorities (FDA/EMA), and local regulations.

    • Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.

    • Fully bilingual in French and English (spoken and written).


ICON Employee Benefits Include:

  • Generous annual leave

  • Health insurance options for you and your family

  • Competitive retirement savings plans

  • Global Employee Assistance Programme (TELUS Health)

  • Life assurance

  • Country-specific optional benefits, such as:

    • Childcare vouchers

    • Bike-to-work schemes

    • Discounted gym memberships

    • Subsidized travel passes

    • Health assessments

More information: ICON Benefits Overview


Diversity & Inclusion Commitment:

ICON is dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates, ensuring equal employment opportunities without discrimination.