Clinical Data Risk Analyst - Office or home-based - South Africa or Bulgaria
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

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.

Clinical Data Risk Analyst - EMEA based (Office or Remote working)

The Role:
We are looking for a Clinical Data Risk Analyst to join the Clinical Risk Management team at ICON. Candidates for this exciting opportunity should have strong knowledge of Clinical Research, Risk Based Quality Management, and Central Monitoring in the Pharma or CRO industry.
As functional lead of Clinical Risk Management, the Clinical Data Risk Analyst is responsible for set-up and implementation of Central Monitoring on a portfolio of clinical studies.

The Role:

• Recognize, exemplify and adhere to ICON's values, which center on Collaboration, Agility, Integrity and Inclusion
• Recognize the importance of and create a culture of process improvement with a focus on streamlining our processes adding value to our business and meeting client needs
• Creation and ownership of the Central Monitoring Plan
• Provide input to study risk assessment and propose appropriate and tailored risk indicators for central analysis, in line with holistic data monitoring model.
• Support set-up and testing of data analysis platform
• Review clinical study data and make independent decisions to identify potential site performance and site organization issues.
• Manage operational risk log for Clinical Risk Management activities.
• Train and support the project teams about interpretation of Central Monitoring Signals and relevant decision making for study conduct.
• Support preparation, conduct and follow-up of the Quality Risk Review Meetings for effective communication with the cross functional project team to ensure adequate decisions are taken about the study monitoring strategy and effective resolution of site performance issues.
• Oversee Clinical Risk Management project budget, scope of work, forecasting.
• Communicate effectively with the project team: CRAs, Project Managers, Clinical Trial Managers, DM Staff, Medical staff, Scientific Council to ensure adequate decisions are taken about the study monitoring strategy and effective resolution of site performance issue.
• Support cross functional and external Data Analysis Platform users with system use.
• Act as mentor for Central Monitoring team members.
• Travel (approximately 5%) domestic and/or international.
• Other duties as assigned.

To be successful in the role, you will ideally have:

• University/Bachelor’s Degree in medicine, science or equivalent degree/experience
• Thorough knowledge of ICH GCP and relevant regulations for the conduct of clinical trials, with specific focus on updates about Risk Based Quality Management and Central Monitoring
• 3-4 years’ experience in Clinical Research (CRA or DM background), or relevant skillset
• Knowledge of database technologies and processes
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail
• Demonstrate ownership and accountability for achieving results.
• Ability to work within a team environment and manage competing priorities in a changeable environment.
• Proven Functional Lead skills and the ability to work independently and apply critical thinking skills to resolve study related issues.
• Due to the nature of this position, it may be required for the employee to travel. Therefore, dependent on the employee’s location, the employee may be required to possess a valid Driver’s license and passport.

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

ICON, including subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and 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.

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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At ICON, diversity, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative which helps us better serve our people, patients, customers, and our communities. We're proud of our diverse workforce and the work we’ve done to become a more inclusive organisation. 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.


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