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CRA II , FSP Model , Paris Hybrid or Home Based. Productivity Bonus and Good benefits. 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. We are currently seeking a Clinical Research Associate II (CRA II) to join our fast-paced, collaborative team within our Functional Service Provider (FSP) division. In this role, you’ll be dedicated to a prestigious, top-tier global pharmaceutical partner headquartered in France, acting as a fully integrated member of their clinical operations team on high-impact global studies. This role requires residency in the Paris area and can be office or home based.
Job Responsibility:
Independently monitor Phase II–IV clinical trials as a dedicated resource to a major French pharmaceutical leader, ensuring full compliance with ICH-GCP and specific sponsor SOPs
Manage clinical studies in France across multiple therapeutic areas including Neurology, Rare Disease, Dermatology, and Oncology
Conduct site qualification, initiation, monitoring, and close-out visits, ensuring the highest standards of site performance and protocol adherence
Build and maintain strong relationships with investigators and site personnel to drive recruitment and facilitate smooth trial operations within this exclusive partnership
Perform data review and resolution of queries to maintain the highest quality of clinical data within the sponsor’s proprietary systems
Contribute to the preparation and review of study documentation, including monitoring plans and clinical study visit reports
Manage study documentation, regulatory submissions, and ethics/IRB approvals to ensure strict adherence to trial timelines
Support study cost efficiency and provide proactive resolution for site-level issues to meet critical milestones for our pharmaceutical partner
Requirements:
Bachelor's or Advanced degree in a relevant field such as life sciences, nursing, or medicine
Minimum 2-3 years of experience as a Clinical Research Associate, with a proven track record of independent monitoring within a CRO or Pharma environment
Fluency in French and professional proficiency in English (mandatory for reporting and international stakeholder management)
Strong knowledge of the French clinical trial landscape, local regulatory requirements, and ICH-GCP guidelines
Proven ability to manage multiple sites and projects simultaneously, with strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to drive site compliance and represent a leading global sponsor effectively
Ability to travel as required to clinical sites and should possess a valid driver's license
Nice to have:
Neurology
Rare Disease
Dermatology
Oncology
What we offer:
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