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Informed Consent Writer

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development.

As a Medical Writer I at ICON, you will the development and preparation of clinical trial documents, regulatory submissions, and scientific publications, contributing to the advancement of innovative treatments and therapies.

Your role will involve delivering medical writing work to a high standard, working closely with your team and stakeholders. Key responsibilities include:

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to prepare, write, and edit clinical study reports (CSRs), clinical protocols, investigator brochures (IBs), patient narratives
• Conducting literature reviews, data analysis, and interpretation of clinical trial results to support the development of scientific manuscripts, abstracts, posters
• Assisting in the review and validation of clinical data, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and consistency with study protocols, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and regulatory requirements.
• Participating in project meetings, teleconferences, and client interactions to discuss project objectives, timelines, and deliverables, while providing input and feedback on document content, format, and presentation.
• Keeping abreast of emerging trends, scientific developments, and regulatory updates in relevant therapeutic areas

You will bring relevant medical writing experience, along with the following qualifications and skills. Required qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Medicine, or related field, with a keen interest in medical writing, clinical research, and drug development processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex medical and scientific information into clear, concise, and engaging content tailored to diverse audiences.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritize workload effectively, and meet project deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with document management systems, reference management software, and statistical analysis tools preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team, communicate effectively across different functional areas, and adapt to changing project requirements and priorities.
• Motivated self-starter with a passion for learning and professional growth, committed to delivering high-quality work and contributing to the success of clinical research initiatives.

Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.

In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.

Our benefits examples include:

• Various annual leave entitlements
• A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs.
• Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
• Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialized professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well-being.
• Life assurance
• Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others.

Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.

At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We’re dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know or submit a request here

Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless – there’s every chance you’re exactly what we’re looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles.

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