CRA II, West Coast or Midwest

ICON Strategic Solutions; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global healthcare solutions firm is looking for a Clinical Research Associate to manage clinical trial phases including initiation and monitoring. This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare-related field and at least 2 years of experience. The candidate should possess strong communication and organizational skills, knowledge of clinical trial processes, and a willingness to travel frequently. ICON offers a competitive salary and benefits focused on employee well-being and work-life balance.

Benefits

Various annual leave entitlements

Health insurance offerings

Retirement planning

Global Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible optional benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Clinical Research Associate.
• In-depth knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines.
• Ability to travel at least 60% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site qualification, initiation, monitoring, and close-out visits for clinical trials.
• Ensure protocol compliance, data integrity, and patient safety.
• Collaborate with investigators and site staff.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Knowledge of clinical trial processes

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or healthcare-related field

Job description

US, CRA II, West Coast & Midwest

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.

What you will be doing

• Conducting site qualification, initiation, monitoring, and close-out visits for clinical trials.
• Ensuring protocol compliance, data integrity, and patient safety throughout the trial process.
• Collaborating with investigators and site staff to facilitate smooth study conduct.
• Performing data review and resolution of queries to maintain high-quality clinical data.
• Contributing to the preparation and review of study documentation, including protocols and clinical study reports.

Your profile

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or healthcare‑related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Clinical Research Associate.
• In‑depth knowledge of clinical trial processes, regulations, and ICH‑GCP guidelines.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced 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.

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.

Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We 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.