Clinical Trial Liaison

ICON; Vancouver; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Clinical Trial Liaison to support clinical trials in Vancouver. This role involves providing scientific and clinical expertise to investigators and site staff, ensuring they understand study designs and procedures. Ideal candidates will possess a doctoral degree and have a strong background in clinical research. You will collaborate with medical leaders and engage in networking, making a significant impact on patient enrollment strategies. Enjoy a flexible work environment with up to 75% travel and a competitive benefits package focused on well-being and work-life balance.

Benefits

Annual leave entitlements

Health insurance options

Retirement plans

Global Employee Assistance Programme

Life assurance

Flexible benefits

Gym discounts

Travel passes

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree required with experience in clinical research preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently or collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Support clinical trials by providing scientific and clinical support.
• Develop strategies to enhance patient enrollment and engage stakeholders.

Skills

Scientific and clinical networking skills

Persuasion and negotiation

Technical/scientific/clinical knowledge

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of local healthcare landscape

Business and analytical skills

Relationship cultivation

Critical thinking

Education

Doctoral degree (M.D., PharmD, or PhD)

Job description

Clinical Trial Liaison - Vancouver, BC - Remote

ICON plc is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We foster an inclusive environment that drives innovation and excellence. Join us to help shape the future of clinical development.

Our field-based Clinical Trial Liaisons (CTLs) are site engagement specialists supporting clinical trials by providing scientific and clinical support to investigators and site staff. They ensure study sites understand the study design and procedures to meet trial goals. CTLs also develop strategies at site and study levels to enhance patient enrollment, engaging on-site and at industry meetings and conferences. The ideal candidate will collaborate cross-functionally with medical & scientific leaders, advocates, and key decision-makers, translating best practices into local actions.

What to bring to the role

• Scientific and clinical networking skills
• Proven success in persuasion, influence, and negotiation
• Ability to discuss and apply technical/scientific/clinical knowledge
• Strong communication and presentation skills in local languages
• Knowledge of the local healthcare landscape
• Business, technical, and analytical skills
• Willingness to learn new Therapeutic Areas and products
• Ability to cultivate relationships and recruit suitable sites
• Critical thinking and operational expertise
• Fluency in English and local language(s)

Your profile

• Doctoral degree (M.D., PharmD, or PhD) required
• Experience in clinical research within Pharma, Biotech, or CRO preferred
• Broad scientific and medical knowledge, understanding clinical development
• Excellent interpersonal skills for stakeholder engagement
• Proactive, self-motivated, capable of working independently and collaboratively
• Position is home or office-based with up to 75% travel
• Ideal candidates are located in Vancouver, BC, or Calgary, BC, and willing to travel to the US

What ICON can offer you:

We prioritize building a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent. Alongside a competitive salary, we offer various benefits focused on well-being and work-life balance, including:

• Annual leave entitlements
• Health insurance options
• Retirement plans
• Global Employee Assistance Programme (LifeWorks)
• Life assurance
• Flexible benefits such as childcare vouchers, bike schemes, gym discounts, travel passes, health assessments

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At ICON, inclusion and belonging are core values. We are committed to a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. Qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.

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