[Hiring] Director, Research Services, Oncology @ICON plc

Role Description

As a Director, Research Services at ICON, you will be responsible for working with physicians, clinical scientists, and cross-functional teams within Oncology/Solid Tumors Clinical Development to provide clinical research support, with an emphasis on protocol development and study start-up activities while serving in the role of CS.

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

Key responsibilities include:

• Development of protocols for clinical studies.
• Preparation of clinical development plans.
• Drafting of clinical scientific documents such as IND, IND amendments, Investigator’s Brochures, Annual Reports and other FDA submissions.
• Monitor, perform data review, and summarize safety and efficacy data in ongoing studies.
• Assist with study design for exploratory development.
• Lead the clinical matrix teams for assigned compounds.
• Represent exploratory development on project teams.
• Develop relationships with appropriate consultants.
• Write abstracts and present data at scientific meetings, both internally and externally.
• Serve as liaison to project teams, CROs and others.

Qualifications

• Degree in a scientific/life sciences field; Pharm.D. or Ph.D. preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in oncology research or related field.
• Demonstrated experience leading clinical development programs in oncology (preferably late-stage).
• Experience with global regulatory interactions and submissions (FDA, EMA, or other agencies).
• Strong understanding of oncology clinical endpoints, trial design, and statistical considerations.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a cross-functional matrix environment and influence without direct authority.
• Track record of scientific publications and/or conference presentations.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong analytical and scientific writing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Minimal travel (≈15%) may be required with prior approval.

Benefits

• 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.