Clinical Study Manager II

Clinical Study Manager II

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At ICON, our clinic teams sit right at the heart of Early Phase Clinical Research, where careful planning meets expert clinical execution. As a Clinical Study Manager, you will play a central role in the planning, execution and oversight of (complex) clinical trials ensuring delivery to the highest standards of quality, compliance and collaboration.

The Clinical Study Manager provides clinical trial management for studies in our clinics in Groningen. This is a permanent position based in Groningen, with approximately 60% onsite presence required. Please note that applications will only be considered from candidates within a commutable distance of the Groningen site.

Responsibilities

• Lead the assessment, preparation, and implementation of clinical studies to ensure timely, high-quality delivery.
• Lead and manage a cross-functional study team (including investigators, pharmacists, recruitment specialists, and laboratory-, data-, resource-, and clinic coordinators) ensuring clear roles, effective communication, and aligned execution.
• Oversee the development of study plans, budgets, timelines, and resource allocations, ensuring appropriate input and delivery by responsible functional leads.
• Review feasibility assessments and risk analyses, ensuring mitigation strategies are defined and operationally viable.
• Ensure the study team establishes required study documentation (e.g., lab manuals, operational instructions, and study materials) and that all documentation is complete, accurate, and compliant.
• Act as the primary site study lead, aligning clinic operations with project and clinic management, managing scope and budget changes, and serving as the formal clinic representative to sponsors.
• Monitor overall study progress, timelines, and team performance in accordance with protocol requirements, quality standards, and internal procedures.
• Proactively address operational challenges, ensuring appropriate resolution or escalation when required.

The Role

In this role, you will gain deep exposure to Early Phase Clinical Research and support the CSM team across a broad range of study and population types, including patient research. It is a hands on position where organisation, clear communication and sound judgement are essential.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• MSc in Life Sciences or higher.

• Demonstrated experience managing or supervising projects.

• Experience in clinical research, ideally within a commercial setting.

• Strong people management skills.

• Fluency in both written and spoken English and Dutch. Applications will only be progressed for candidates who are fully proficient in both languages.

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What ICON can offer you:

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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.

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