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Lead Clinical Research Associate (Lead CRA)

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Hiring Remotely in Burlington, ON, CAN
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Hiring Remotely in Burlington, ON, CAN
Entry level
Manage day-to-day clinical trial operations, including planning, timelines, budgets, protocols, stakeholder relationships, regulatory compliance, vendor selection, risk management, and clinical deliverables. Support cross-functional teams and develop team members while ensuring high-quality study outcomes. The role requires a relevant university degree, therapeutic-area expertise, clinical trial management experience, and approximately 25% travel.
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Lead CRA

At ICON Strategic Solutions, you will work in a sponsor-dedicated model, supported by ICON’s global expertise.


As the world’s largest FSP organisation, with over 90 sponsor partnerships, we offer stability, career development and a collaborative environment where your work contributes to the development of treatments that benefit patients worldwide.


As a Clinical Trial Manager at ICON, you will manage clinical trial operations activities, supporting your team and stakeholders to deliver high-quality outcomes across our clinical programmes.


What You Will Do:

You will manage day-to-day clinical trial management activities, supporting your team to deliver quality outcomes.
Key responsibilities include:

  • Plan and manage all aspects of clinical trials, ensuring adherence to timelines, budget, and quality standards.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish and implement clinical trial protocols and procedures.
  • Build and manage strong relationships with trial investigators and stakeholders.
  • Ensure all trials are conducted in compliance with local, national, and international regulations and ethical guidelines.
  • Problem-solve and make critical decisions regarding trial design, vendor selection, and risk management.

Your Profile:

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

  • University degree in medicine, science, or equivalent combination of education & experience
  • Demonstrated ability to drive the clinical deliverables of a study
  • Subject matter expertise in the designated therapeutic area
  • Prior monitoring experience is preferred
  • Willingness to travel as required (approximately 25%)

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.


Are you a current ICON Employee? Please click here to apply

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