Senior Clinical Research Associate

• Senior CRA, Paris or Lyon, Remote or Hybrid
• 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.

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 Senior CRA at ICON Plc, you will oversee and manage clinical trial activities to ensure they are conducted according to protocol, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.

This role requires residency in the Paris or Lyon areas and can be office-based (Hybrid) or remote.

What you will be doing

Independently monitor Phase I–III clinical trials to ensure compliance with ICH-GCP and regulatory requirements

Conduct site qualification, initiation, monitoring, and close-out visits

Manage study documentation, regulatory submissions, and ethics/IRB approvals

Resolve issues, and provide support to ensure successful trial execution.

Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and accurate data collection and reporting.

Providing training and guidance to site staff and other CRAs to maintain high standards of clinical trial conduct.

Building and maintaining effective relationships with site personnel and stakeholders to facilitate smooth trial operations.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams and site staff to ensure high-quality data and patient safety

Ensure study cost efficiency and timely issue resolution

Managing clinical studies in France across multiple therapeutic areas including Oncology, Neurology, Psychiatry, Obesity and Dermatology.

Your profile

Advanced degree in a relevant field such as life sciences, nursing, or medicine.

Extensive experience as a Clinical Research Associate, with a strong understanding of clinical trial processes and regulatory requirements within a CRO or Pharmaceutical company.

Proven ability to manage multiple sites and projects simultaneously, with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Expertise in monitoring practices, data integrity, and site management, with proficiency in relevant clinical trial software and tools.

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and drive compliance within a complex environment.

Fluency in French and professional proficiency in English

Strong organizational and communication skills, with attention to detail.

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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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