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Global Study ManagerICON plc • Reading, United Kingdom
Global Study Manager

Global Study Manager

ICON plc • Reading, United Kingdom
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
  • Remote
Job description
Global Study Manager
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 the world’s largest provider of Functional Service Provision (FSP), ICON Strategic Solutions embeds our teams within client organisations, serving as dedicated partners to some of the world’s leading pharmaceutical.

By joining our FSP program, you’ll collaborate with an award-winning biopharmaceutical leader, renowned for innovation, inclusion, and making a real difference in patients’ lives. As a Global Study Manager (GSM), you’ll be fully integrated into the FSPs clinical operations team, helping to deliver innovative, global clinical studies. You’ll ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, working closely with both internal teams and external partners. This is a permanent and home-based role.

What you will be doing:
  • Support the planning, setup, execution, and close-out of global clinical studies.
  • Oversee vendors and country teams to ensure smooth study delivery.
  • Work closely with internal teams and external partners.
  • Help develop and update study documents (e.g., protocols, informed consent forms).
  • Manage third-party vendors, including contracts and budgets. Ensure all study activities comply with regulations (ICH-GCP), SOPs, and best practices. Contribute to meetings, audits, and inspections. Support risk management and quality assurance efforts. Maintain accurate study documentation and ensure inspection readiness at all times.

Your profile:
  • Bachelor’s degree (preferably in life sciences or related field).
  • At least 5 years’ experience in clinical research, with 3+ years in Global clinical project management/ Global Study Manager within a Pharma or CRO
  • Strong knowledge of clinical research regulations (ICH-GCP).
  • Proven ability to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
  • Experience working with internal teams and external vendors including vendor set up, management and vendor budgets (eg. central labs, IRT etc)
  • Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a matrix environment.
  • Experience in all phases of clinical study lifecycle.
  • Experience in using AI automation in your daily work as a GSM
  • Knowledge of GXP outside of GCP (e.g., GMP, GLP).
Desirable: Advanced degree (MSc, PhD).

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

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
Benefits may vary depending on role and location.

Inclusion and Accessibility
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.
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