ICON

Study Start-up Lead

United States · Remote (restrictions not stated) · Full time

Apply on the employer’s site ↗See how well you match this job

You apply directly with the employer. ROLIVA does not submit applications from this page and is not the employer.

About the role

Description from the employer’s posting. Check the employer’s page for the current version.

EmployerICON
LocationUnited States
Work styleRemote (restrictions not stated)
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted30 Sep 2026

Start-Up Lead

At ICON Strategic Solutions, you will work in a sponsor-dedicated model, supported by ICON’s global expertise.

As the world’s largest FSP organisation, with over 90 sponsor partnerships, we offer stability, career development and a collaborative environment where your work contributes to the development of treatments that benefit patients worldwide.

What you will be doing

The Study Start-up/Site Activation Lead is responsible at country level for managing and conducting start-up activities in compliance with the client procedures, documents, local and international guidelines such as ICH – GCP and relevant regulations.
The Study Start-up/Site Activation Lead will prepare, review, track and manage site regulatory documentation at country and site level, and will maintain, review and report on site performance metrics.
The Study Start-up/Site Activation Lead works in close collaboration with the CRAs and the Local Study Team/Local Study Associate Director to ensure that study start-up activities and milestones are achieved in a timely and efficient manner
Typical Accountabilities:
Contribute to ensure that clinical and operational feasibility assessment of potential studies is performed to the highest quality.
Accountable for study start-up and regulatory maintenance being in charge with collection, preparation, review and tracking of documents for the application process;
Accountable for submission of proper application/documents to Regulatory Authorities and/or IEC/IRB during start-up period.
Actively participates in Local Study Team (LST) meetings.
Update CTMS and other systems with data from study sites as per required timelines during the start-up period.
Follow up on outstanding actions with study sites during start-up period to ensure resolution in a timely manner.
Ensure timely collection/uploading of essential documents into the eTMF in accordance with ICH-GCP, client SOPs and local requirements. Support QC checks performed by Trial Manager or delegate to ensure that all country and site level trial essential documents required by ICH-GCP prior to study start have been collected and verified for correctness, prior to setting sites ready to enroll, and in line with client SOPs.
Provide regular information to Line Managers at country level on study and planned study milestones/key issues during the start-up period.

Show full description

Your profile

Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in life sciences.

Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Clinical Research environment, focusing on Start-Up.

Strong project management skills, with a deep understanding of regulatory and submission processes

Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Proven ability to work efficiently to tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities.

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.

Are you a current ICON Employee? Please click here to apply

See how well you match this job Apply on the employer’s site ↗

Check your resume against this job Free, no sign-up. Nothing you paste is stored.

Staying safe while you apply

Never pay to apply, interview or accept an offer. ROLIVA never asks you for payment to apply to a job.
Apply only through the official “Apply on the employer’s site” button, on the employer’s own site, and check that a recruiter’s email uses that employer’s own domain rather than a free email address.
Be cautious of an offer made with no real interview, or pressure to decide quickly or share financial details early.

Does something look wrong with this listing? Use “Report broken link” in the role details, or read ROLIVA’s full job-safety guidance ↗.

Preparing for this role with ROLIVA

Check the fit.
Compare the requirements with the experience you have confirmed, including gaps.
Prepare honestly.
Build interview stories and application drafts from your own evidence.
Keep track.
Save the role and record your own application status and follow-ups.

Create a free workspace or log in.