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Clinical Trial Subject Matter Expert (CT SME)

ICON senior full-time

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Description

ICON is seeking a Clinical Trial Subject Matter Expert (CT SME) to join their team. As a CT SME, you will use your clinical research experience to assist colleagues in producing accurate and engaging components for stakeholders. You will work independently or with the team to create high-quality digital solutions that meet sponsor needs and expectations.

Responsibilities:

  • Use clinical research experience to assist colleagues in producing accurate and engaging components
  • Work independently or with the team to create high-quality digital solutions
  • Advise and support the production team on clinical trial-related matters
  • Ensure technical accuracy of products/solutions at each stage of development
  • Conduct comprehensive reviews of study documentation
  • Attend sponsor meetings and assist the Project Manager as required
  • Communicate/escalate protocol-related queries to the Project Manager/In Team Lead
  • Maintain a working knowledge of ICH/GCP Guidelines and relevant regulations
  • Assume additional responsibilities as directed by the CTSME Supervisor
  • Identify operational efficiencies and process improvements
  • Assist in training and mentoring less experienced CT SMEs
  • Maintain a high personal level of knowledge concerning current regulation and changes within the clinical research industry

Profile:

  • B.Sc. (Hons) in life science or equivalent
  • Minimum 2-3 years' experience as a CRA/site coordinator/study nurse within the clinical research industry
  • Experience across different trial phases and therapeutic areas
  • Excellent practical knowledge and understanding of clinical trials and experience with different clinical trial systems/vendors
  • Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a project team
  • Ability to produce accurate work within tight deadlines
  • Knowledge of ICH GCP guidelines and experience in reviewing study-related documentation
  • Excellent written and verbal communication in English

Rewards & Benefits:

  • Competitive base salary and performance-related incentives
  • Health and wellbeing programmes, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 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

Skills

Required

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