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Medical Research Associate

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Description

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 Medical Research Associate (BIG-registered), you will play an essential role in clinical drug research, ensuring studies are conducted carefully, safely, and according to protocol.

Your main tasks will include:

  • Conducting nursing procedures and collecting research and bodily materials
  • Collecting, recording, and managing research data in various systems
  • Monitoring participants' health before and after medication administration
  • Identifying, analysing, and resolving queries within research data and processes
  • Preparing and setting up clinical studies and required materials
  • Acting as a point of contact for participants and monitoring their well-being
  • Collaborating with doctors, Clinical Study Coordinators, planning, and other disciplines
  • Maintaining your own administration, training, and professional development

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • At least MBO work and thinking level
  • A valid BIG registration
  • Experience or affinity with care, clinical research, or nursing procedures
  • Accuracy and thoroughness in your work
  • Strong communication skills and an empathetic attitude
  • Problem-solving ability and organisational talent
  • Independence and a sense of responsibility
  • Flexibility in a dynamic research environment, including availability for evening, night, and weekend shifts
  • A willingness to continuously develop yourself
  • Knowledge of or willingness to learn about regulations and research protocols

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

Skills

Required

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