CRA UK Oncology
ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development
Join ICON’s FSP team as an Oncology Clinical Research Associate (UK)
ICON’s Functional Service Provision (FSP) group is expanding, and we’re looking for Oncology Clinical Research Associates (all levels) to partner with a long‑standing, globally recognised client.
As an Oncology CRA at ICON, you’ll take a central role in driving high‑quality clinical research. You’ll oversee site activities, safeguard data integrity, and ensure trials are conducted in line with protocols, regulations, and industry best practice. Working alongside a knowledgeable and supportive clinical team, you’ll help deliver studies that make a meaningful impact for patients.
Key Responsibilities
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Monitor clinical trial sites to ensure full compliance with study protocols, regulatory requirements, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
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Conduct UK site visits to evaluate performance, troubleshoot issues, and support sites in delivering successful study outcomes.
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Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure accurate, timely data collection and reporting.
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Provide training, mentorship, and guidance to site staff and fellow CRAs to uphold high standards of trial conduct.
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Build strong, productive relationships with site personnel and stakeholders to ensure smooth study operations.
About You
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Hold an advanced degree in life sciences, nursing, medicine, or a related field.
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Bring significant experience as an Oncology CRA, with deep knowledge of clinical trial processes and regulatory frameworks.
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Demonstrate the ability to manage multiple sites and projects with strong organisational and problem‑solving skills.
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Possess expertise in monitoring, site management, and data quality, with proficiency in clinical trial systems and tools.
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Communicate confidently and effectively, with strong interpersonal and stakeholder‑management capabilities.
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Able to travel to UK sites as required and hold a valid driver’s licence.
If your experience is a match for the above requirements, please do apply and the responsible recruiter will reach out to discuss details over an informal telephone call at a time to suit.
What ICON can offer you:
Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.
In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.
Our benefits examples include:
Various annual leave entitlements
A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs.
Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
Global Employee Assistance Programme, TELUS Health, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialised professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well-being.
Life assurance
Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others.
Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.
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.
If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know
Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless – there’s every chance you’re exactly what we’re looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles.
