Msl | Medical Science Liaison (M/F/D) - Spain

Paion Ag; Madrid; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Competitive compensation

Travel opportunities

Job summary

ICON Strategic Solutions in Madrid is seeking a Senior Clinical Research Associate to oversee clinical trial activities, ensure protocol and regulatory compliance, and protect data integrity and participant safety throughout the study lifecycle.

The role involves monitoring sites, conducting visits, training staff, and collaborating with cross‑functional teams to deliver timely, accurate data. Expect up to 60% travel and a requirement for a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in life sciences, nursing, or medicine.
• Extensive experience as a Clinical Research Associate.
• Strong understanding of clinical trial processes and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Monitor clinical trial sites to ensure adherence to study protocols and GCP.
• Conduct site visits to assess performance and resolve issues.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams for accurate data collection and reporting.
• Provide training and guidance to site staff to maintain high standards.
• Build and maintain relationships with site personnel to facilitate trials.

Skills

Site monitoring

GCP compliance

Data integrity

Regulatory knowledge

Stakeholder management

Travel readiness

Education

Advanced degree in life sciences, nursing or medicine

Job description

Sr. Clinical Research Associate
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.
We are currently seeking a Senior Clinical Research Associate (CRA) to join our diverse and dynamic team. As a Senior CRA at ICON Plc, you will play a critical role in overseeing and managing clinical trial activities to ensure they are conducted according to protocol, regulatory requirements, and industry standards. You will contribute to the success of clinical trials by ensuring data integrity, participant safety, and compliance throughout the study lifecycle.
What You Will Be Doing:
+ Monitoring clinical trial sites to ensure adherence to study protocols, regulatory requirements, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards.
+ Conducting site visits to assess site performance, resolve issues, and provide support to ensure successful trial execution.
+ Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and accurate data collection and reporting.
+ Providing training and guidance to site staff and other CRAs to maintain high standards of clinical trial conduct.
+ Building and maintaining effective relationships with site personnel and stakeholders to facilitate smooth trial operations.
Your Profile:
+ Advanced degree in a relevant field such as life sciences, nursing, or medicine.
+ Extensive experience as a Clinical Research Associate, with a strong understanding of clinical trial processes and regulatory requirements.
+ Proven ability to manage multiple sites and projects simultaneously, with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
+ Expertise in monitoring practices, data integrity, and site management, with proficiency in relevant clinical trial software and tools.
+ Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and drive compliance within a complex environment.
+ Ability to travel at least 60% of the time (international and domestic - fly and drive) and should possess a valid driver's license
What ICON can offer you:Our success depends on the quality of our people. That's why we've made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.
In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.
Our benefits examples include:
+ Various annual leave entitlements
+ A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family's needs.
+ Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
+ Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialized professionals who are there to support you and your family's well-being.
+ Life assurance
+ Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others.
Visit our careers site ( to read more about the benefits ICON offers.
At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We're dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know or submit a request here ( in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless - there's every chance you're exactly what we're looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles.
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