Site Selection Specialist - India, Office-Based

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 Site Selection Specialist at ICON, you will execute site identification and qualification activities for clinical studies, supporting robust and data-driven site selection decisions.

Responsibilities

You will contribute to site start-up and activation activities, taking responsibility for your deliverables and working collaboratively. Key responsibilities include:

• Identifying potential investigator sites using internal databases, external sources, and recommendations.
• Conducting feasibility outreach and qualification activities, including questionnaires and follow-up discussions with sites.
• Assessing site capabilities, patient access, and interest against study requirements and documenting findings.
• Collaborating with feasibility and project teams to refine site lists and support final selection decisions.
• Maintaining accurate records of site assessments, communications, and decisions in tracking tools.
• Contributing to continuous improvement of site selection processes, templates, and tools.

Your Profile

You will bring relevant site start-up and activation experience, along with the following qualifications and skills. Required qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences, healthcare, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 6+ years of experience in site identification and feasibility assessment activities for clinical research studies.
• Direct interaction with investigative sites globally to support study feasibility evaluations and site start-up activities.
• Experience coordinating and managing key study start-up documentation, including Confidentiality Disclosure Agreements (CDAs) and Site Identification Questionnaires (SIQs).
• Exposure to site identification and site selection activities will be considered a strong advantage.
• US Shift Working - 8 PM to 5 AM IST.
• Experience in clinical research, feasibility, or site support is preferred.
• Good analytical and organisational skills, with attention to detail and documentation quality.
• Effective communication skills, with confidence engaging with site staff and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple studies and timelines in a fast-paced environment.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn about global site landscapes and feasibility practices.

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.