What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Research Specialist position at ICON Strategic Solutions?
Clinical Research Coordinator - Onsite in Stanford, CA - 5 days a week
ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.
As a values-driven organization, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.
We are currently seeking a Senior CRC to join our diverse and dynamic team, working as a Study Coordinator, exclusively assigned and embedded within a Pharmaceutical Company. You will play a critical role, located at a clinical trial site in Stanford, CA, supporting execution of hypersomnolence clinical trials.
The role will provide cross-program operational support to ensure efficient study conduct, high-quality data collection, and protocol compliance across concurrent sleep studies.
What You Will Do:
You will take ownership of clinical coordination deliverables, applying your expertise to complex challenges.
Key responsibilities include:
- Coordinate participant scheduling, visit execution, and follow-up across multiple studies
- Support recruitment, screening, enrollment, and retention in patients with sleep disorders
- Facilitate sleep-specific assessments (e.g., PSG, MWT, actigraphy) and PRO/eCOA completion
- Ensure accurate, timely, and ALCOA -compliant data entry and source documentation
- Maintain study files and support ongoing inspection readiness
- Assist with query resolution, data reconciliation, and monitoring visit preparation
- Track and escalate protocol deviations, eligibility issues, and operational risks
- Coordinate cross-functional communication between site, CRO and sponsor teams
- Support IP handling and site logistics, as applicable
- Assist with data entry into EDC as needed
Your Profile:
You will have a strong foundation in clinical coordination, with the experience to work independently and guide others.
Required qualifications and experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, healthcare, or a related discipline required; advanced degree strongly preferred
- Demonstrated substantial experience in clinical research coordination and administrative oversight
- Proven ability to lead and manage teams effectively in a complex environment
- Comprehensive understanding of regulatory frameworks, including Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines
- Exceptional organizational, communication, and analytical problem-solving capabilities
- Proficiency in clinical trial software and tools, with a keen eye for detail and accuracy in data management and documentation
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 program including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
- Retirement and pension plans
- Life assurance and disability coverage
- Employee assistance program 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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