Senior Clinical Trial Associate

Role overview

ICON plc is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization focused on advancing clinical development through an inclusive, high-performing environment. In this position, you will support the planning, coordination, and execution of clinical trials through a combination of administrative, operational, and compliance-focused work.

This role is based in Hamburg, Germany, with a hybrid work arrangement.

What you will do

You will take responsibility for key trial-management deliverables and help keep studies moving smoothly by handling core coordination tasks and solving operational issues as they arise.

• Provide administrative support across clinical studies, including document handling, meeting coordination, and upkeep of trial records.
• Help prepare and file regulatory documentation while ensuring study activities remain aligned with protocol and applicable regulations.
• Work closely with internal and external teams to support trial execution and address issues during the study lifecycle.
• Track study progress, manage communication with sites, and help ensure study supplies and materials are delivered on time.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with site teams and other stakeholders to support efficient trial operations and project outcomes.

Your background

You should bring strong clinical trial support experience and be comfortable working independently while also helping guide others when needed.

• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific or healthcare-related discipline is required.
• Substantial experience supporting clinical trials, along with a solid understanding of trial processes and regulatory expectations.
• Strong planning, coordination, and multitasking abilities, with the capacity to manage several priorities at once.
• Hands-on experience with clinical trial management systems and related software, plus careful attention to documentation and data accuracy.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across varied teams and stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel as needed, up to approximately 10%.

Benefits and culture

ICON emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and work-life balance, and offers competitive compensation along with country-specific benefits.

• Competitive salary.
• Various annual leave entitlements.
• Health insurance options for you and your family.
• Retirement planning support.
• Global Employee Assistance Programme (LifeWorks) with 24/7 access to specialist support.
• Life assurance coverage.
• Optional country-specific benefits such as childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidized travel passes, and health assessments.

Equal opportunity and accommodations

ICON provides an accessible and discrimination-free workplace. All qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

If you need a reasonable accommodation due to a medical condition or disability during the application process or to perform essential job functions, you may request support.

ICON also encourages applicants who may not meet every requirement to still apply, as other suitable opportunities may be available.