Global Study Manager

Global Study Manager / Hematology / Early Phase

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 the world's largest provider of Functional Service Provision (FSP), ICON Strategic Solutions embeds our teams within client organizations, serving as dedicated partners to some of the world's leading pharmaceutical and therapeutic area.

Therapeutic Area : Haematology (Early Phase Oncology & Hematology)

Home-based

By joining our AstraZeneca FSP program, you'll collaborate with an award-winning biopharmaceutical leader, renowned for innovation, inclusion, and making a real difference in patients' lives. As a Global Study Manager (GSM), you'll be fully integrated into AstraZeneca's clinical operations team, helping to deliver innovative, global clinical studies in haematology. You'll ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, working closely with both AstraZeneca's internal teams and external partners.

What you will be doing :

Support the planning, setup, execution, and close-out of global clinical studies.

Oversee vendors and country teams to ensure smooth study delivery.

Work closely with AstraZeneca's internal teams and external partners.

Help develop and update study documents (e.g., protocols, informed consent forms).

Manage third-party vendors, including contracts and budgets. Ensure all study activities comply with regulations (ICH-GCP), AstraZeneca SOPs, and best practices. Contribute to meetings, audits, and inspections. Support risk management and quality assurance efforts. Maintain accurate study documentation and ensure inspection readiness at all times.

Your profile :

• Bachelor's degree (preferably in life sciences or related field).
• At least 5 years' experience in clinical research, with 3+ years in Global clinical project management / Global Study Manager within a Pharma or CRO.
• Strong knowledge of clinical research regulations (ICH-GCP).
• Proven ability to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Experience working with internal teams and external vendors including vendor set up, management and vendor budgets. (eg. central labs, IRT etc)
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a matrix environment.
• Experience in all phases of clinical study lifecycle.
• Experience in haematology or oncology studies in early phase.
• Experience in using AI automation in your daily work as a GSM.
• Knowledge of GXP outside of GCP (e.g., GMP, GLP).

Desirable :

What ICON can offer you :

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.

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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.

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