Senior Director, Clinical Systems

Senior Director, Clinical Systems

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 a Senior Director, Clinical Systems at ICON Plc, you will oversee the development, implementation, and management of clinical systems and technologies.

What You Will Do:

You will direct scientific operations activities, ensuring quality, efficiency, and alignment with business objectives.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the strategic planning, development, and implementation of clinical systems, including Electronic Data Capture (EDC), Clinical Trial Management Systems (CTMS), and other technologies supporting clinical trials.
• Overseeing the integration and optimization of clinical systems to ensure seamless data flow, operational efficiency, and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including clinical operations, data management, and IT, to define system requirements, address operational challenges, and drive continuous improvement.
• Providing strategic direction on system selection, implementation, and maintenance, ensuring alignment with study objectives, data quality standards, and organizational goals.
• Staying abreast of industry trends and technological advancements to drive innovation in clinical systems and enhance trial management and data analysis capabilities.

Your Profile:

You will bring significant scientific operations experience, with a track record of building high-performing teams and delivering results.

Required qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline or healthcare-related field; advanced degree preferred
• Extensive experience in managing clinical systems, with a proven track record of overseeing the implementation and optimization of EDC, CTMS, and other clinical technologies.
• Strong leadership skills with experience in strategic planning, project management, and cross-functional collaboration within the clinical research environment.
• Expertise in system integration, data management, and regulatory compliance, with a deep understanding of clinical trial processes and industry best practices.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly, influence decision-making, and build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel as required (approximately 10%)

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.

Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.

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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About Us

ICON is an award-winning workplace that enables you to make a difference to patients’ lives by being part of a world-class clinical research organisation that helps deliver new medicines & medical devices that are benefitting patients worldwide. You are also part of a diverse company that cares about our world and is dedicated to conducting business more sustainably and supporting the communities in which we live.

If you’re as driven as we are, join us. You’ll be working in a great environment, with some of the brightest and the friendliest people in the sector, and you’ll be helping shape an industry.