11 jobs in ICON

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We are seeking a Medical Reviewer to provide medical and operational oversight for end-to-end medical review activities supporting global pharmacovigilance, including ICSR assessment and coding standards oversight.

This 12‑month contract is fully home‑based in the UK or Belgium, with responsibilities spanning process development, audit readiness, and cross-functional collaboration with PV operations and

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization, seeking a Site Contracting and Quality Specialist to oversee inspection readiness across Site Contracting and support audit processes. The role blends contract management with quality compliance to enable future audits.

You will work remotely within Great Britain, collaborating with cross-functional teams, reviewing site contracts, preparing documentation, and driving continuous improvement in contracting

RBQM Lead

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.

We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking RBQM Lead to support the implementation and execution of proactive, risk-focused quality oversight across clinical studies.

As an RBQM Lead, you will serve as a subject matter expert and change leader, ensuring risk-based principles are embedded throughout the clinical trial lifecycle—from study design through execution and governance. This global role will drive the implementation of study level RBQM strategies, standards, and initiatives to strengthen quality oversight and inspection readiness.

• Lead execution of Quality and Risk Management planning in alignment with study and program objectives.
• Facilitate cross-functional workshops to identify and document Critical-to-Quality (CtQ) factors, critical data, and critical processes.
• Coordinate and oversee initial and ongoing risk assessments, ensuring timely identification of risks and implementation of mitigation strategies.
• Ensure risk assessments, risk controls, and mitigation plans are complete, actionable, and aligned with regulatory expectations.

• Partner with Clinical Operations, Data Management, Biostatistics, and other stakeholders to review data flows, critical data pathways, and data review requirements.
• Provide input into Risk-Based Monitoring (RBM) strategies, including targeted SDV/SDR approaches and reduced verification models.
• Perform quality gate reviews of functional plans to confirm integration of risk mitigation and monitoring strategies.

• Lead and facilitate Risk Review Meetings (RRMs) and ensure comprehensive documentation of risk evaluations and decisions.
• Oversee ongoing risk surveillance to ensure monitoring strategies remain effective and aligned with study timelines and budgets.
• Ensure risk review outputs provide meaningful insights, trend analysis, and actionable recommendations.
• Update risk assessments based on protocol amendments, emerging signals, or changes to critical data and processes.

• Support program-level and organizational RBQM governance and oversight activities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance RBQM maturity and effectiveness across the organization.

• Comprehensive clinical research experience, collaborating with global teams within a matrixed organizational environment.
• Significant experience in clinical research within one or more of the following areas: Risk-Based Quality Management, Clinical Operations, Central Monitoring, Clinical Risk Management, Clinical Data Science.

• Strong knowledge of ICH E6 (R2/R3), ICH E8, and their application to RBQM.
• Deep understanding of clinical trial processes, data flows, and risk-based monitoring strategies.
• Demonstrated expertise implementing RBQM methodologies for multiple projects.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence stakeholders globally.
• Strong strategic thinking with the ability to translate regulatory expectations into operational practice.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and facilitation skills.

• Proactive and solutions-oriented with a strong focus on quality and continuous improvement.
• Ability to operate effectively in complex, global environments.
• Strong critical thinking and risk anticipation capabilities.
• Passion for mentoring teams and strengthening RBQM capabilities across the organization.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture.

• Various annual leave entitlements
• A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs.
• Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
• Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialized 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, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others.

Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.

At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. 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.

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.

ICON plc is seeking a Global Pharmacovigilance Excellence Lead to oversee PV activities, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance across clinical trials. This 12-month contract is fully home-based in the UK or Belgium.

You will lead transformational PV projects, drive process improvements, manage safety systems updates, and support inspection readiness while partnering with cross-functional teams and external partners.

Senior Data Scientist

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 Data Scientist, you will be dedicated to one of our global pharmaceutical clients, a company that values performance, recognizes merit and has a high focus on quality. This environment encourages innovation, individuality and embraces people that want to be a part of it.

The Senior Data Scientist is responsible for contributing to the development of the strategy for Analytics, Reporting and Metrics building in line with overall Business Information Services strategy leveraging visualization tools/business intelligence platforms. Your role will include the following :

• Coordinate with different functional teams to implement models and monitor outcomes.
• Develop processes and tools to monitor and analyze model performance and data accuracy.
• Leveraging business intelligence tools i.e Spotfire for analysis and review.
• Develop custom data models and algorithms to apply to data sets.
• Providing specialist support for development, interpretation and application of machine learning models
• Applying analytical and statistical methods to solve identified use cases in an agile manner using various data sources and analytical tools
• Work with key stakeholders throughout the organization to identify opportunities for leveraging company data to drive business solutions.
• Liaising, advising and negotiating with key customer groups on requirements and proposing innovative solutions to meet their data modelling requirements
• Responsible for the development and implementation of capabilities to make provisioning of routine requests more routine, structured and efficient
• Contributing to initiatives that enable faster and more effective data modelling/analysis and provisioning
• Ensuring systems and code, documentation are inspection ready

A solutions orientated, analytical and customer focused individual with a global business mind set and a strong background in operational excellence!

Here at ICON we want our employees to succeed and ensure that they are set up for this success through constant training, development and support. To enable success in this position you will have:

• We’re looking for someone with 3-5 years of experience manipulating data sets and building statistical models, has a Master’s or PHD in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science.
• Experience using statistical computer languages Python & SQL (R Considered) to manipulate data and draw insights from large data sets.
• Experience working with and creating data architectures.
• Experience of clinical data and domains (Experience working within Clinical Trials or the wider Pharmaceutical industry) preferable but not necessary
• Knowledge of a variety of machine learning techniques (clustering, decision tree learning, artificial neural networks, etc.) and their real-world advantages/drawbacks.
• Knowledge of advanced statistical techniques and concepts (regression, properties of distributions, statistical tests and proper usage, etc.) and experience with applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for coordinating across teams.
• A drive to learn and master new technologies and techniques.

Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.

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.

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

Senior Project Manager, Imaging/CEC

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.

We are currently seeking a Senior Project Manager, Imaging/CEC to join our diverse and dynamic team. As a Senior Project Manager, Imaging/CEC at ICON, you will be responsible for leading and managing imaging and CEC projects, ensuring successful execution and delivery of project objectives.

• Developing and executing project plans for imaging and CEC, focusing on achieving project goals and objectives.
• Leading cross-functional teams to ensure the successful implementation of imaging and CEC activities.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to identify project requirements and define project scope.
• Mentoring and guiding team members, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Driving the development of project documentation and reports to present findings to stakeholders in a clear and actionable manner.
• Staying abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to integrate best practices into project management strategies.
• Contributing to organizational growth through effective project leadership and strategic planning.

• A bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in Project Management, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in project management and imaging/CEC, with a proven track record of leading successful projects in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
• Strong proficiency in project management tools and methodologies, with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to develop effective project strategies.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, with experience in managing and mentoring teams effectively.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Detail‑oriented, with strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a dynamic environment.

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 maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
• Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24‑hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialized 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, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others.

At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. 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.

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 for assistance.

Medical Data Reviewer

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 organisation. From molecule to medicine, we advance clinical research providing outsourced services to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device and government and public health organisations. With our patients at the centre of all that we do, we help to accelerate the development of drugs and devices that save lives and improve quality of life. Our people are our greatest strength, are at the core of our culture, and the driving force behind our success. ICON people have a mission to succeed and a passion that ensures what we do, we do well.

• Reviews listings / data visualisation tools / patient profiles with medical data (vital signs, lab data, medical history, concomitant medication, adverse events etc.) for medical plausibility and consistency.
• Supports creation of the Medical Data Review Plan according to standards. Assures MDRP consistency with other project plans( i.e. Data Management Plan, Edit Check Plan, Data Transfer Plan), contracted scope of work, and SOPs and procedures
• Reviews Edit Check Plan for appropriate manual and automated medical edit checks and consolidates all medical data review checks.
• Coordinates project-specific tasks such as review of the electronic Case Report Form (eCRF) and CRF Completion Guidelines.
• Reviews and approves all test outputs of listings / visualisations in collaboration with the stakeholders within the project team.
• Participates in or attends internal and client meetings as needed.
• Solves technical problems
• Reviews data for protocol deviations.
• Reviews and responds to Quality Control (QC) findings as needed
• Ensures that medical data review activities are completed within the agreed timelines and meet defined quality standards.
• Documenting Medical Data Review as per SOP.
• Utilizes therapeutic area expertise (e.g. knowledge of RECIST and CTCAE grading on oncology trials) to review clinical data, identify discrepancies, raise and respond to medical queries following through until query resolution.

• Educational scientific background such as MD, PharmD, PhD, Nursing degree, MS
• ≥ 5 years of pharmaceutical clinical/medical data review experience is required, including clinical crosscheck experience. 8+ years is preferrable
• Experience with Solid Tumor Oncology
• Excellent verbal and writing communication in English, organization and tracking skills. Strong operational skills and demonstrated ability to meet timelines.
• Experience in coding review
• Query writing training
• Strong clinical database navigation skills
• Strong MS excel, project management
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice; comprehensive knowledge of clinical trial design; understanding of the overall drug development process

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 maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
• Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialized 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, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others.

Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.

At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. 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.

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.

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

ICON is searching for a Senior Data Scientist in Livingston, UK. This role involves coordinating analytics across teams, developing custom data models, and leveraging business intelligence tools. Candidates should possess 3+ years in data manipulation, expertise in Python and SQL, and a background in machine learning.

ICON prioritizes diverse culture, competitive salary, and extensive benefits aimed at enhancing work-life balance for all employees. Join us in shaping the future of clinical development.