Manager, Clinical Operations

Regulatory Jobs; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Performance related incentives

Health and wellbeing programmes

Retirement and pension plans

Life assurance and disability coverage

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation focused on bringing new medicines to patients faster. As Manager, Clinical Operations, you will oversee the execution of clinical trials, ensuring they are conducted efficiently, on time, and in compliance with regulatory requirements.

Your role involves leading operational planning, coordinating cross-functional teams, and mentoring staff to optimize performance while maintaining high standards of quality and patient

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline or healthcare-related field.
• Experience in managing clinical teams, with a solid understanding of Clinical Research Associate requirements.
• Clinical Research Associate experience required.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies, with a keen focus on optimizing processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to influence stakeholders and drive successful outcomes.
• Willingness to travel as required (approximately 30%)

Responsibilities

• Lead the operational planning and execution of clinical trials, ensuring adherence to protocols and timelines.
• Engage with cross-functional teams to optimize trial design and enhance operational efficiency throughout the clinical development process.
• Monitor trial progress and performance metrics, providing insights to inform decision-making and drive continuous improvement.
• Mentor and develop junior staff, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence within the team.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate smooth communication across clinical operations.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

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

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

Manager, Clinical Operations

ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.

As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.

As a Manager, Clinical Operations at ICON, you will oversee the execution of clinical trials, ensuring that they are conducted efficiently, on time, and in compliance with regulatory requirements.

What You Will Do?

Your focus will be on coordinating clinical operations delivery, resolving issues, and developing team capability. Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the operational planning and execution of clinical trials, ensuring adherence to protocols and timelines.
• Engaging with cross-functional teams to optimize trial design and enhance operational efficiency throughout the clinical development process.
• Monitoring trial progress and performance metrics, providing insights to inform decision-making and drive continuous improvement.
• Mentoring and developing junior staff, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence within the team.
• Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate smooth communication across clinical operations.

Your Profile:

You will have solid clinical operations experience, with the ability to manage competing priorities and develop your team. Required qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline or healthcare-related field
• Experience in managing clinical teams, with a solid understanding of Clinical Research Associate requirements
• Clinical Research Associate experience required
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies, with a keen focus on optimizing processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to influence stakeholders and drive successful outcomes.
• Willingness to travel as required (approximately 30%)

Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.

Rewards & Benefits

ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.

Benefits may include:

• Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
• Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
• Retirement and pension plans
• Life assurance and disability coverage
• Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
• Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways

Benefits may vary depending on role and location.

Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.

Inclusion and Accessibility

ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.

If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here.