Clinical Study Operations Manager - UK & Ireland focused

ICON Strategic Solutions; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Clinical Study Operations Manager to oversee studies within the UK and Ireland. This pivotal role involves managing study implementation, recruitment strategies, and vendor relationships to ensure efficient study delivery. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in clinical trial management, particularly within the UK market, and will thrive in a collaborative environment that values diversity and high performance. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to shaping the future of clinical development and enjoy a competitive salary alongside a range of well-being benefits.

Benefits

Health insurance options

Retirement planning

Global Employee Assistance Programme

Life assurance

Gym discounts

Childcare vouchers

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in clinical trial management.
• Extensive knowledge of UK market and regulatory operations.

Responsibilities

• Implementing Startup and Site Activation Plans at regional and study levels.
• Managing study and vendor relationships for timely delivery.

Skills

Clinical Trial Management

Good Clinical Practice

Stakeholder Communication

Vendor Management

Project Management

Education

BA/BS

MBA/MS

Job description

Clinical Study Operations Manager - UK & Ireland focused

Title: Clinical Study Operations Manager - must have experience in managing studies in the UK & Ireland

Location: UK, remote

Sponsor dedicated

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development.

Working fully embedded within an expanding program, the Study Operations Manager will have responsibilities for study and regional or country-level activities from study startup through conduct and close. The Study Operations Manager is responsible for study management aspects of studies of limited complexity (e.g., single country, few sites) or managing a specific part of a larger study (e.g., recruitment and retention). You will be accountable for executing tasks of moderate complexity and developing solutions to support deliverables.

Responsibilities include:

1. Regional/Country/Study level implementation of Startup and Site Activation Plans (through SUPM or pCRO if assigned)
2. Regional/Country/Study level Recruitment Strategy
3. Supporting the development of study-level plans
4. Communicating with local teams and internal stakeholders, including pCRO, to ensure efficient and timely study delivery
5. Managing study and vendor relationships, including follow-up and oversight of vendor deliverables
6. Coordinating follow-up on study issues such as QEs, PDs, data concerns, metrics, site risks, and audit responses
7. Working independently and exercising judgment in task execution

Qualifications:

• BA/BS with 5+ years of relevant experience
• MBA/MS or 3+ years of industry trial management experience
• Extensive experience within the UK market
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice, clinical and regulatory operations in responsible countries
• Full right to work in the UK

What ICON offers:

Our success depends on our people. We prioritize building a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent. In addition to a competitive salary, ICON offers benefits focused on well-being and work-life balance, including:

• Various annual leave entitlements
• Health insurance options
• Retirement planning
• Global Employee Assistance Programme (TELUS Health)
• Life assurance
• Optional benefits like childcare vouchers, gym discounts, and more

Learn more about working at ICON: https://careers.iconplc.com/benefits

ICON is committed to inclusion and accessibility. We provide an environment free of discrimination and harassment. Qualified applicants will receive equal consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For accommodations, please visit: https://careers.iconplc.com/reasonable-accommodations

If you're interested but unsure if you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply. You might be exactly what we're looking for!