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Informed Consent Specialist

ICON
4-9 years
Not Disclosed
Bangalore, Chennai, Trivandrum, India
10 May 28, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Hybrid Remote Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, mRS and EQ-5D-5L., Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Informed Consent Specialist (ICF)

Company

ICON plc – Global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization.

Job Details

  • Job Title: Informed Consent Specialist (ICF)

  • Job Requisition ID: JR146421

  • Employment Type: Full-time

  • Work Mode: Office with Flex

  • Locations:

    • Bangalore, India

    • Chennai, India

    • Trivandrum, India


About the Role

ICON is seeking an experienced Informed Consent Specialist (ICF) to support the preparation, review, and approval of informed consent documentation for global clinical trials. The role focuses on ensuring ethical, regulatory, and operational compliance during study startup and site activation activities.


Key Responsibilities

1. Informed Consent Form Development & Review

  • Prepare, review, and approve:

    • Subject Information Sheets (SIS)

    • Informed Consent Forms (ICF)

  • Manage:

    • Global master templates

    • Country-specific versions

    • Site-specific adaptations

2. Regulatory & Compliance Management

  • Ensure compliance with:

    • ICON SOPs and Work Practices

    • ICH/GCP guidelines

    • Country-specific informed consent regulations

3. Stakeholder Collaboration

  • Act as a key contact for:

    • Sponsors

    • SSU Project Managers

    • Clinical Trial Managers

    • Cross-functional teams

  • Support successful project execution and performance optimization.

4. Query Management

  • Review, negotiate, and approve queries from:

    • Ethics Committees (EC)

    • Institutional Review Boards (IRB)

    • Competent Authorities (CA)

5. Timeline & Risk Management

  • Forecast and monitor ICF approval timelines.

  • Identify risks proactively and implement mitigation plans.

6. Subject Matter Expertise

  • Serve as SME for assigned topics.

  • Stay updated with evolving regulatory and language requirements.

  • Conduct and support training activities.

7. Documentation & TMF Support

  • Ensure accurate filing and archival of ICF documents within the Trial Master File (TMF).

8. Mentorship & Team Support

  • Mentor and coach new hires during onboarding.

9. Audit & Inspection Support

  • Represent the department during:

    • Audits

    • Inspections

    • Internal committees and workgroups


Required Qualifications

Experience

  • 4–8 years of experience in:

    • Feasibility

    • Study Start-Up

    • Site Activation

  • Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in ICF writing/development is mandatory.

Skills & Knowledge

  • Strong English writing and communication skills.

  • Good understanding of:

    • ICH/GCP guidelines

    • Country-specific informed consent regulations

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

  • Excellent attention to detail.

  • Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Preferred

  • Experience in protocol interpretation and review is preferred but not mandatory.


Benefits & Rewards

ICON offers a comprehensive rewards package that may include:

  • Competitive salary and performance incentives

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage

  • Retirement and pension plans

  • Life and disability insurance

  • Employee assistance programs

  • Learning and career development opportunities

Benefits may vary based on role and location.


Inclusion & Accessibility

ICON is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace.

Reasonable accommodations during recruitment are available upon request.