UK Clinical Research Associate - Cell & Gene Therapy

ICON; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading clinical research organization in the UK is seeking an experienced Clinical Research Associate to manage innovative clinical trials. This role requires extensive experience in Cell & Gene therapy and strong organizational skills. Responsibilities include conducting trial visits, ensuring compliance, and maintaining data integrity. The successful candidate will contribute to the advancement of new therapies while enjoying competitive benefits and a diverse workplace culture.

Benefits

Various annual leave entitlements

Health insurance offerings

Competitive retirement planning

Global Employee Assistance Programme

Life assurance

Childcare vouchers and gym memberships

Qualifications

• 2 years of Cell & Gene therapy experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a UK Clinical Research Associate.
• In-depth knowledge of clinical trial processes, regulations, and ICH-GCP guidelines.
• Ability to travel 40% of the time and possess a valid driver’s license.

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 for smooth study conduct.
• Perform data review and resolve queries to maintain high-quality clinical data.
• Contribute to preparation and review of study documentation.

Skills

Cell & Gene therapy experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Education

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

Job description

Cell & Gene Therapy UK CRA required

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.

We are currently seeking an experienced (Cell & Gene Therapy) Clinical Research Associate to partner one of the top 5 Global Pharmaceutical companies.

As a Clinical Research Associate at ICON, you will play a pivotal role in designing and analyzing clinical trials, interpreting complex medical data, and contributing to the advancement of innovative treatments and therapies.

Your tasks will

• 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.
• 2 years of Cell & Gene therapy experience
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a UK 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 40% of the time 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

Interested 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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