Central Monitor
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 Central Monitor you will play a pivotal role in ensuring data quality, patient safety, and study integrity across the clinical development lifecycle.
What You Will Do:
As a Central Monitor, you will work cross-functionally with study teams to proactively identify, assess, and mitigate risks using advanced data analytics and central monitoring tools.
Key responsibilities include:
Facilitate risk assessment throughout the study lifecycle, ensuring proactive identification and management of study risks
Develop and maintain Central Monitoring Plans in collaboration with study teams
Support study start-up, conduct, and close-out activities, including KRI (Key Risk Indicator) and QTL (Quality Tolerance Limit) definition
Act as the primary point of contact for central monitoring tools and systems
Review and interpret KRI/QTL outputs across sites, countries, and regions
Lead and contribute to risk mitigation discussions with cross-functional stakeholders
Oversee outsourced central monitoring deliverables, ensuring quality and timeliness
Collaborate closely with Study Management on identified issues and trends
Ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance of Trial Master File (TMF) documentation
Support continuous improvement initiatives and process enhancements within Central Monitoring
Participate in vendor selection, evaluation, and oversight activities
Your Profile:
You are a data-driven and detail-oriented clinical professional with strong analytical capabilities and a passion for improving clinical trial quality through centralised monitoring approaches.
Required qualifications and experience:
BS/BA degree in biological sciences, statistics, health-related, or computer science field (advanced degree preferred)
Minimum 6+ years of relevant experience, including at least 4 years in central monitoring, study management, data management, or biostatistics
Demonstrated expertise in data analytics and/or monitoring across the clinical development lifecycle
Experience working across multiple therapeutic areas is highly desirable
Regulatory submission and audit experience
Proven leadership and process improvement experience
Vendor oversight and management experience
Strong cross-functional knowledge of study management, data management, programming, and biostatistics
Proficiency in MS Office and clinical data systems/tools
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and critical thinking skills
Preferred qualifications:
Professional certification in a Clinical Development discipline
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.
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