Clinical Quality Associate Director

We're looking for an experienced clinical research or quality professional who can combine strong technical expertise with excellent influencing and communication skills.

A Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline, preferably Life Sciences, or an equivalent qualification.

Previous experience within the pharmaceutical industry, ideally across Clinical Operations, Quality Assurance or a related clinical research function.

Strong knowledge of the drug development process and GxP requirements, including ICH-GCP and applicable clinical trial regulations.

Experience with clinical study operations, including monitoring, study drug management, data management and clinical quality oversight.

Experience supporting or leading audit and regulatory inspection readiness and activities.

Strong understanding of quality management, risk-based thinking, process management and continuous improvement.

The ability to interpret complex regulatory and procedural requirements and translate them into practical guidance for operational teams.

Excellent written and spoken business-level English.

Strong communication, influencing, training and workshop facilitation skills.

Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, decision-making and issue-management capabilities.

The ability to build trusted relationships and influence stakeholders across functions, cultures and organisational levels.

A proactive approach to identifying opportunities to improve the quality, efficiency, cost and speed of clinical trial delivery.

The ability to work effectively across both in-person and virtual environments.

A high level of integrity, accountability and ethical judgement.

Willingness and ability to travel nationally and internationally as required.

A valid driving license, where required by local employment regulations.

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

ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.

- 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.

Visit our careers site to about the benefits ICON offers.

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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