Biomedical Clinical Research jobs

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.

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

At ICON, it’s our people that set us apart. Our diverse teams enable us to become a better partner to our customers and help us to fulfil our mission to advance and improve patients’ lives.

Our ‘Own It’ culture is driven by four key values that bring us together as individuals and set us apart as an organization: Accountability & Delivery, Collaboration, Partnership and Integrity. We want to be the Clinical Research Organization that delivers excellence to our clients and to patients at every touchpoint. In short, to be the partner of choice in drug development.

That’s our vision. We’re driven by it. And we need talented people who share it.
If you’re as driven as we are, join us. You’ll be working in a dynamic and supportive environment, with some of the brightest and the friendliest people in the sector, and you’ll be helping shape an industry.

The Role:

The Specialist in Biochemistry will be accountable for providing and managing training to current and new technical staff in protein electrophoresis service.

• Recognize, exemplify and adhere to ICON's values which center around our commitment to People, Clients and Performance.
• As a Biochemistry Specialist, the employee is expected to recognize the importance of and create a culture of process improvement with a focus on streamlining our processes adding value to our business and meeting client needs.
• Responsible for protein electrophoresis training and ongoing staff competency.
• Ensures work in accordance with agreed tum around time by daily review of department pending lists.
• Perform technical assignments and testing and issue reports in accordance with written procedures.
• Adheres to written internal and external quality control procedures to ensure the quality of the results.
• Responsible for the quality and compliance with CAP and ISO-15189 standards, relevant regulations and other relevant standards as determined by the company.
• Ensuring the laboratory adheres to standard operating procedures and protocol requirements during each day.
• Performs continuing education of laboratory staff in the protein electrophoresis section of the laboratory as required.
• Establishes good relationships internally and externally. Interacts with other departments, such as Project Management, LIS, Scientific Affairs, Global Validations, QA, Client Services and Global Labs. Also Interacts with clients and internal/external auditors.
• Assists in the evaluation of and validation of new methodologies and instrumentation working closely with Global Validations Department.
• Any other relevant tasks as assigned by management.

You will need:

• Bachelor’s degree in a Biomedical Science or equivalent with 5+ years working in a Biochemistry Laboratory.
• MSc specialising in Biochemistry is highly desirable.
• Extensive experience working in protein electrophoresis section in a Biochemistry laboratory.
• Ability to train and develop staff in the protein electrophoresis section
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience with CAP and/ or ISO-15189 accreditation.

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.

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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.