Oncology Clinical Research Associate, North-West UK

ICON Strategic Solutions; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global clinical research organization is seeking a Clinical Research Associate in North-West UK to oversee clinical trials in oncology. Responsibilities include coordinating study activities, ensuring compliance with regulations, and developing relationships with key stakeholders. Ideal candidates should have a degree in medicine or science, strong communication skills, and knowledge of clinical guidelines. The role offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Various annual leave entitlements

Health insurance offerings

Competitive retirement planning

Global Employee Assistance Programme

Life assurance

Flexible optional benefits

Qualifications

• Ability to travel to sites in North-West and hold a valid driver's licence.
• Expertise to review and evaluate medical data.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities for setting up and monitoring a clinical study.
• Run sponsor-generated queries and maintain study documentation.
• Develop relationships with stakeholders and ensure patient safety.

Skills

Knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines

Excellent written and verbal communication in English

Good social skills

Education

University degree in medicine, science or equivalent

Job description

Clinical Research Associate, Oncology (North‑West UK)

ICON plc is a world‑leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation. 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.

We are currently seeking an experienced, North‑West UK‑based Clinical Research Associate to join our diverse and dynamic team at ICON Plc. As a key member of our client’s Oncology team, you will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating clinical trials, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collecting and analysing critical data.

If you are interested in CRA (all levels) positions, we have a Single Sponsor Dedicated role within an exciting Oncology division. This is an established partnership where we’re supplementing a team of Oncology experts in the UK. This role will be based in the North‑West.

The client is leading a revolution to transform cancer care where their ambition is to eliminate cancer as a cause of death.

They seek to transform outcomes for people living with cancer through innovative medicines, powerful collaborations and a world‑class, purpose‑driven team.

Responsibilities

• Work independently and actively to coordinate all activities for setting up and monitoring a study, completing accurate study status reports and maintaining study documentation.
• Run sponsor‑generated queries efficiently and take responsibility for study cost efficiency; participate in the preparation and review of study documentation and feasibility studies for new proposals as required.
• Develop and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders, clinical investigators and site staff.
• Ensure patient safety by ensuring compliance with ICON’s procedures, protocols and regulatory requirements.

Your profile

• University degree in medicine, science or equivalent.
• Knowledge of ICH‑GCP guidelines and the expertise to review and evaluate medical data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English.
• Good social skills enabling you to deal with queries in a timely manner.
• Ability to travel to sites based in the North‑West and possession of a valid driver’s licence.

What ICON can offer you

Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’re making 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.

• 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 (LifeWorks), offering 24‑hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialists who support your well‑being.
• Life assurance.
• Flexible country‑specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments and 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, 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 or submit a request here.