CTA

Pharmaceutical Research Associates, Inc; Maidenhead; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global clinical research organization is seeking a Clinical Trial Assistant to support the execution of clinical trials. This role requires a life-sciences degree, relevant experience, and strong communication skills. The successful candidate will work to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and assist in logistical management of trials.

Benefits

Various annual leave entitlements

Health insurance offerings

Competitive retirement planning

Global Employee Assistance Programme

Life assurance

Flexible optional benefits

Qualifications

• Degree in nursing, biology or a related field required.
• Previous experience in a clinical role, ideally with a pharmaceutical company or CRO.
• Experience in high quality standards and issue resolution.

Responsibilities

• Support execution of global clinical trials while adhering to ICH-GCP guidelines.
• Manage logistical and administrative tasks for clinical studies.
• Track site budget-related matters and maintain Trial Master File.

Skills

Fluency in English

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Effective communication skills

Education

Degree in a relevant life-sciences discipline

Job description

Overview

As a CTA you will be joining the world’s largest & most comprehensive clinical research organisation, powered by healthcare intelligence.

Responsibilities

What you will be doing:

• Working fully outsourced at one of our global pharmaceutical clients, the Clinical Trial Assistant plays a fundamental role in the successful execution of global clinical trials. Operating within the scope of the Clinical Development Plan, ICH-GCP guidelines and in accordance with the study protocol, local and international regulatory requirements and company procedures, you will work to support the completion and coordination of various logistical and administrative tasks.
• Your work will be varied, fast-paced and quality focused. Typical duties will include supporting other members of the local study team, including Clinical Research Associates and Lead Monitors, collecting data required for regulatory submissions, document tracking (contracts, financial agreements, patient informed consent forms, insurance certificates) and managing the delivery of non-drug related study supplies. Maintaining constructive relationships with site staff (eg Investigators, Study Coordinators etc) as well as your colleagues within the organisation, the Clinical Trial Assistant is responsible for tracking site budget related matters, including processing invoices, tracking payments etc. The maintenance and updating of the Trial Master File (and preparation for relevant QC checks when applicable) will also fall within your remit.
• Functioning as a key component of the clinical study team, you may also be responsible for scheduling meetings, updating Excel trackers, coordinating the translation of site documents and providing ad-hoc support as appropriate.

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Qualifications

You are:

• To be considered for this position, you must be have a degree (or equivalent) in a relevant life-sciences discipline (nursing, biology etc) along with previous experience in a similar role, either in a pharmaceutical company or a CRO.
• Fluency in English is essential, along with proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office suite. Demonstrable experience of working to high quality standards and resolving issues will also feature in your profile.
• The ability to effectively communicate with others and foster positive working relationships will guarantee success within this role.

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 maximise savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead
• Global Employee Assistance Programme, TELUS Health, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialised 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, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others

Visit our careers website to read more about the benefits of working at ICON: https://careers.iconplc.com/benefitsAt 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, colour, 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 through the form below. https://careers.iconplc.com/reasonable-accommodationsInterested 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.