Senior Clinical Research Associate

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.

Thinking this so far; At ICON, it's our people that set us apart. We are currently seeking a Senior Clinical Research Associate (CRA) to join our Clinical Operations team in Belgium. This is a fully home-based opportunity where you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality clinical trials while working on innovative studies across a variety of therapeutic areas.

The Role

As a Senior CRA, you will be responsible for overseeing site management and monitoring activities, ensuring studies are conducted in accordance with protocol requirements, ICH-GCP guidelines, and applicable regulatory standards. You'll work closely with investigators, site staff, sponsors, and internal study teams to ensure successful study delivery while maintaining a strong focus on patient safety and data quality.

What You'll Be Doing

• Managing clinical studies in Belgium for large pharmaceutical sponsors including oncology studies
• Independently monitor Phase I–III clinical trials to ensure compliance with ICH-GCP and regulatory requirements
• Ensuring investigator sites remain compliant with study protocols, regulatory requirements, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
• Identifying and proactively managing site risks, issues, and performance concerns.
• Supporting study start-up, enrolment, and ongoing site management activities.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and accurate study delivery.
• Maintaining high-quality documentation and reporting throughout the study lifecycle.
• Building strong relationships with investigators and site personnel to support successful trial execution.

Your Profile:

• A degree in Life Sciences, Nursing, Pharmacy, Medicine, or a related scientific discipline.
• Previous experience as a Clinical Research Associate within a CRO, pharmaceutical, or biotechnology environment.
• Strong knowledge of ICH-GCP, clinical trial processes, and regulatory requirements.
• Proven ability to work independently while managing multiple sites and priorities.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.
• Fluency in Dutch and English is essential.
• Conversational French is required to effectively engage with sites and stakeholders across Belgium.
• A valid driver's licence and willingness to travel for site visits as required.
   

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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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