[Hiring] Informed Consent Specialist @ICON plc

Role Description

As an Informed Consent Specialist I at ICON, you will support the development, review, and management of informed consent documents to ensure they are clear, compliant, and patient-focused.

You will take responsibility for clinical research deliverables, applying your skills to ensure quality and efficiency.

• Assisting in the preparation and review of informed consent forms (ICFs) in accordance with protocols, regulations, and sponsor requirements.
• Coordinating the collection and tracking of ethics committee and regulatory approvals related to informed consent documents.
• Supporting the management of consent templates, translations, and version control across countries and sites.
• Liaising with internal teams to address basic questions and clarifications regarding consent language and requirements.
• Ensuring accurate filing and documentation of informed consent materials to maintain audit and inspection readiness.
• Contributing to process improvements and standardisation efforts within the informed consent function.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences, healthcare, legal studies, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Initial experience in clinical research, regulatory affairs, ethics submissions, or document management is preferred.
• Basic understanding of informed consent principles, GCP, and ethical requirements, with a willingness to learn.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple document versions and timelines.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with a patient-centric approach to document content.
• Proficiency with MS Office and comfort working with document management systems and trackers.

Requirements

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

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.