Study Start Up Associate

Overview Study Start Up Associate (Level I, II or Senior) - Contracts and budgets - Homebased - Brazil 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 Study Start Up Associate I, II or Senior to join our diverse and dynamic team. As a Study Start Up Associate at ICON, you will be responsible for the successful negotiation and on-going maintenance of clinical trial agreements, complex amendments, budgets and other ancillary agreements with investigative sites. Your profile Responsibilities and qualifications outlined below reflect the role’s expectations. Responsibilities Draft, review, negotiate, and finalize clinical trial agreements, complex amendments, budgets and other ancillary agreements with study sites using critical thinking, available tools/systems/documents, historical data, and adheres to departmental and/or client quality check requirements in a manner that protects ICON’s fundamental interests and is consistent with ICON’s rules, procedures, and policies. Maintain consistent communication with sponsor, study sites and internal stakeholders in alignment with site contracts and budget department and client requirements. Track progress of site contracts and budget agreements and related documents regularly in required ICON and client systems. Proactively identify and raise risks, while also suggesting mitigation plans to established study milestones and planned site contracts timelines. File contractual documents per department, ICON, and client requirements. Work cross functionally with sponsor and internal stakeholders in support of timely site start up and maintenance for the conduct of clinical trials including accurate forecast of contract and budget execution timelines. Review site budgets and contracts for completeness and accuracy and ensure adherence to department and client requirements, correct documents, and file changes to contracts. Participate or contribute in departmental initiatives. May serve as mentor for other site contracts department team members. Complete all required project, client, department, and ICON trainings on time and adheres to the applicable SOPs, processes, and procedures. Qualifications 1+ years of relevant clinical research and site contracts and budgets experience. Bachelors Degree. Experience in dealing with external and internal clients. Extensive competency in Microsoft Office Suite applications (i.e. Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook). Ability to follow written and oral instructions from a variety of sources. Ability to mentor and train other site contracts team members as needed. Effective time management skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks with minimal management guidance and oversight. Strong attention to detail. Great interpersonal and communication skills. Fluent in English Benefits 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr