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Clinical Trial Assistant

1 year years
not specified
10 Sept. 5, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Hybrid Education: Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Life Sciences or a related field. Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Job Title:

Clinical Trial Assistant (CTA)
Job Reference: JR134370
Location: Chennai, India (Hybrid: Office/Remote)
Department: Clinical Trial Support
Employment Type: Full-time
Hiring Manager: Nandhini Selvakumar


About ICON plc

ICON plc is a global leader in healthcare intelligence and clinical research. From molecule to medicine, we partner with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, and public health organizations to accelerate the development of life-saving therapies and devices.

We are proud to foster a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative culture where our people are our greatest strength—and our patients are always at the center of what we do.


Role Summary

As a Clinical Trial Assistant (CTA), you will support our Clinical Trial Management and Project Management teams by handling administrative and operational tasks essential to clinical trial execution and inspection readiness.

You’ll be part of a dynamic and results-driven team working to deliver top-quality clinical research services.


Key Responsibilities

  • Provide administrative support to Project Managers and Clinical Trial Managers.

  • Assist in inspection readiness by organizing and maintaining trial-related documents.

  • Support multiple clinical research projects concurrently.

  • Maintain and track clinical study documentation (Trial Master File, regulatory documents, etc.).

  • Coordinate study materials and ensure timely distribution.

  • Collect, organize, and collate relevant study information for internal and external stakeholders.


Required Qualifications & Experience

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Life Sciences or a related field.

Experience:

  • Minimum 1 year of experience in Clinical Research or a similar administrative/support role.

Skills:

  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information.

  • Team-oriented, proactive, and adaptable.


What ICON Offers You

ICON provides a competitive salary and benefits package designed to promote employee well-being and work-life balance.

Benefits Include:

  • Various annual leave entitlements.

  • Health insurance options tailored to you and your family’s needs.

  • Competitive retirement planning offerings.

  • Global Employee Assistance Programme (LifeWorks) – 24/7 access to over 80,000 mental health and wellbeing professionals.

  • Life assurance.

  • Flexible optional benefits (country-specific), such as:

    • Childcare vouchers

    • Discounted gym memberships

    • Bike-to-work schemes

    • Subsidized travel passes

    • Health assessments


Diversity & Inclusion at ICON

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible workplace, free from discrimination and harassment. ICON encourages individuals of all backgrounds to apply and supports reasonable accommodations for candidates with medical conditions or disabilities throughout the hiring process.


Application Details

  • Interested? Click “Apply” or reach out directly to Nandhini Selvakumar through the message feature.

  • Unsure if you meet all requirements? Please apply anyway—your experience may be a perfect match for this or future roles at ICON.


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