Study Start Up Associate

ICON plc · Johannesburg, Gauteng

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What You Will Do

  • Your role will involve delivering site start-up and activation work to a high standard, working closely with your team and stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include

  • Preparation and submission of regulatory documents, such as clinical trial applications and ethics committee submissions.
  • Coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to obtain necessary approvals and authorizations for study initiation.
  • Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of regulatory submissions and approvals.
  • Supporting study teams in the development of study documents, including protocols, informed consent forms, and investigator brochures.
  • Participating in study start-up meetings and providing input on regulatory requirements and timelines.

Your Profile

  • You will bring relevant site start-up and activation experience, along with the following qualifications and skills

Required qualifications and experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or a related field.
  • Demonstrated experience within Study Start-Up / Site Activation in a clinical research environment.
  • Proven experience independently completing CTF 1, CTF 2 and CTF 3 submissions from start to finish.
  • Experience preparing, reviewing, coordinating and submitting all required documentation across the CTF submission stages.
  • Strong understanding of regulatory and documentation requirements associated with clinical trial start-up and site activation.
  • Experience coordinating with sites, Ethics Committees/IRBs, Regulatory Authorities and internal study teams, as applicable.
  • Ability to independently manage multiple studies, sites, submission requirements, timelines and follow-up activities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Willingness to work from the office 2–3 days per week .

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
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