Clinical Research Associate - Central

OHIO (US)REMOTEPOSTED: 8/17/2026
PHARMAFull-time
HIRING ORGANIZATIONICON STRATEGIC SOLUTIONS (FSP) / ICON PLCTechnology
ICON Strategic Solutions (FSP) / ICON plc

ROLE DEFINITION & RESPONSIBILITIES

Role Overview

The Clinical Research Associate - Central role at ICON Strategic Solutions supports clinical trial operations and monitoring activities across assigned clinical programs. The position is responsible for conducting high-quality clinical monitoring, maintaining study documentation, coordinating study activities and collaborating with clinical investigators, site staff, sponsors and internal stakeholders. The client is seeking candidates with experience monitoring Ophthalmology trials or experience across multiple therapeutic areas.

Core Responsibilities

Independently coordinate activities required for study setup and ongoing study monitoring.
Conduct clinical trial monitoring activities to a high standard in accordance with study requirements.
Complete accurate study status reports and maintain appropriate study documentation.
Efficiently manage and respond to sponsor-generated queries.
Take responsibility for study cost efficiency and contribute to efficient study execution.
Participate in preparation and review of study documentation.
Support feasibility studies for new proposals when required.
Develop and maintain strong collaborative relationships with key stakeholders, clinical investigators and site staff.
Work closely with the clinical research team and relevant stakeholders to deliver high-quality clinical trial outcomes.

Patient Safety & Compliance

Ensure patient safety through appropriate clinical trial monitoring.
Ensure compliance with ICON procedures, study protocols and applicable regulatory requirements.
Apply knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines when performing monitoring activities.
Review and evaluate medical data appropriately within the scope of clinical-trial responsibilities.

Required Qualifications

University degree in Medicine, Science or an equivalent discipline.
Relevant clinical-trial monitoring experience.
Knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines.
Ability to review and evaluate medical data.
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
Strong interpersonal and social skills for timely handling of queries and stakeholder interactions.
Willingness to travel approximately 60% as required.

Therapeutic Area Preference

Experience monitoring Ophthalmology clinical trials or experience across multiple therapeutic areas is specifically sought by the client.

Benefits & Total Rewards

ICON states that employees receive competitive salaries and country-specific benefits focused on well-being and work-life balance. Listed benefits include annual leave, health-insurance options, retirement-planning offerings, a global Employee Assistance Programme, life assurance and flexible country-specific benefits such as childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidized travel passes and health assessments, subject to applicable country eligibility.

Culture & Inclusion

ICON states that inclusion and belonging are fundamental to its culture and that it is committed to providing an accessible workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply even when they do not meet every listed requirement.

REQUIRED VERIFIED SKILLS

Medicine
Science
Clinical Research
Clinical Trial Monitoring
ICH-GCP
Medical Data Review
Medical Data Evaluation
Clinical Trial Operations
Study Setup
Study Monitoring
Study Documentation
Study Status Reporting
Protocol Compliance
Regulatory Compliance
Patient Safety
English Communication

COMPENSATION & REWARDS

Salary: Competitive / Disclosed upon candidate shortlisting

ORGANIZATION CONTEXT & CULTURE

ICON Strategic Solutions (FSP) / ICON plc is actively hiring for this position.

INDUSTRY: Technology
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