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Site Specialist - Contracts & Budgets

ICON
3+ years
Not Disclosed
Chennai, 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

Site Specialist I – Contracts & Budgets

Company

ICON plc – A global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization focused on accelerating the development of new medicines and treatments.


Job Details

  • Job Title: Site Specialist I – Contracts & Budgets

  • Job Requisition ID: JR145157

  • Employment Type: Full-time

  • Work Mode: Office with Flex

  • Location: Chennai, India


About the Role

ICON is seeking a Site Specialist I – Contracts & Budgets to join its Site Activation team. This role focuses on managing clinical trial agreements (CTAs), site budget negotiations, and contract execution activities with investigative sites.

You will play a key role in ensuring timely site activation, regulatory compliance, and effective risk management across global clinical studies while working closely with cross-functional teams.


Key Responsibilities

1. Contract & Budget Management

  • Lead negotiation, execution, and management of:

    • Clinical Trial Agreements (CTAs)

    • Site budgets

  • Ensure contracts are accurate, compliant, and aligned with internal standards.

2. Site Activation Support

  • Collaborate with Clinical Operations and Project Management teams.

  • Support forecasting and tracking of contract execution timelines.

  • Contribute to timely site start-up activities.

3. Regulatory & Compliance

  • Ensure adherence to:

    • Local laws and regulations

    • Internal departmental policies

  • Minimize legal and operational risks in contract execution.

4. Study Start-up Activities

  • Support:

    • Submission package preparation for Ethics Committees (EC/IRB)

    • Competent Authority submissions

    • Coordination of translations where required

5. Contract Review & Risk Management

  • Review client-requested contract changes.

  • Assess deviations and escalate when necessary.

  • Identify and mitigate risks proactively.

6. Documentation & Tracking

  • Maintain accurate documentation of:

    • Contract status

    • Site interactions

    • Contract databases and records

7. Stakeholder Collaboration

  • Communicate effectively with:

    • CTA Leads

    • Project Managers

    • Clinical Trial Managers

    • Functional teams

8. Mentorship & Leadership

  • Mentor junior Contract Associates.

  • Support team development and knowledge sharing.

9. Process Improvement

  • Identify opportunities to improve:

    • Contracting processes

    • Cross-team collaboration

    • Operational efficiency

  • Provide insights and recommendations to leadership.


Required Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in:

    • Life Sciences, or

    • Related discipline

  • Or equivalent relevant professional experience

Experience

  • 3+ years of experience in:

    • Clinical trial contracts negotiation

    • Site budget management

  • Experience within:

    • Pharmaceutical

    • Biotechnology

    • CRO environment

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong understanding of clinical trial regulatory and compliance frameworks.

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

  • High attention to detail with strong risk identification skills.

  • Ability to explain legal and financial concepts clearly to stakeholders.

  • Experience mentoring or supporting junior team members.


Employment Requirement

Employment is subject to having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.


Rewards & Benefits

ICON provides a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:

  • Competitive salary and performance-based incentives

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Retirement and pension plans

  • Life and disability coverage

  • Employee wellness programs

  • Learning and career development opportunities

Benefits may vary depending on role and location.


Inclusion & Accessibility

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

Reasonable accommodations are available during the recruitment process upon request.