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ICON plc · Hybrid · Bulgaria, Sofia
Clinical Project Manager (CNS/Rare Disease) - Hybrid or Remote

ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.


As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.


Overview:

As a Clinical Project Manager at ICON, you will be a true cross functional project manager. As a key leader within project delivery, the Project Manager oversees the planning, execution, and completion of global clinical projects, ensuring seamless collaboration across cross-functional teams. The role is accountable for project performance, resource optimization, stakeholder engagement, and delivery of high-quality outcomes aligned with ICON standards and client expectations. This particular role sits within our CNS ICON Biotech Team. Whilst experience of working with biotech clients is ideal it is not essential. CRO experience essential. Multiple EU locations can be considered with the option of Hybrid or remote working depending on location.

What You Will Do:

Your focus will be on coordinating project and program management delivery, resolving issues, and developing team capability.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Developing and managing detailed clinical project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure successful project delivery.

  • Leading cross-functional project teams, coordinating efforts to meet project objectives, and facilitating effective communication and collaboration.

  • Monitoring project progress, identifying potential risks and issues, and implementing strategies to address challenges and keep projects on track.

  • Engaging with stakeholders to manage expectations, provide updates, and ensure alignment with project goals and organizational objectives.

  • Preparing and presenting project reports, status updates, and performance metrics to senior management and other stakeholders.

Your Profile:

You will have solid project and program management experience, with the ability to manage competing priorities and develop your team.

Required qualifications and experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in life science, project management, business, or related fields

  • Minimum of 7 years of clinical research experience or proven competencies for this position and a minimum of 2 years of direct global clinical project management experience

  • Clinical Project management experience from CRO or Biotech company highly preferred

  • Proven track record of successfully managing clinical projects from inception to completion, with a focus on delivering results within scope, time, and budget constraints.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and manage stakeholder expectations.

  • CNS/Rare Disease indication experience preferred

  • Willingness to travel as required (approximately 30%)

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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.

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About ICON plc

ICON is an award-winning workplace that enables you to make a difference to patients’ lives by being part of a world-class clinical research organisation that helps deliver new medicines & medical devices that are benefitting patients worldwide. You are also part of a diverse company that cares about our world and is dedicated to conducting business more sustainably and supporting the communities in which we live. If you’re as driven as we are, join us. You’ll be working in a great environment, with some of the brightest and the friendliest people in the sector, and you’ll be helping shape an industry.

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