Site Selection Lead

ICON plc

Site Selection Lead directing clinical trial site strategy and feasibility for ICON, a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. Delivering compliant, high-performing site selections and activation milestones.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in site selection and feasibility assessments for clinical studies, with a strong understanding of ICH-GCP guidelines and FDA/EMA regulations. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, develop site selection strategies, and deliver on project milestones while maintaining effective communication with stakeholders.

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Site Selection StrategyFeasibility AssessmentsICH-GCP GuidelinesAnalytical SkillsVerbal And Written Communication

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Hard Skills

Site SelectionFeasibility ExperienceProtocol InterpretationRisk EvaluationsBudget MonitoringPerformance MetricsRecruitment StrategiesDocumentation ManagementClient PresentationsCross-Functional Collaboration

Soft Skills

LeadershipMentorshipCritical ThinkingRelationship BuildingCommunication

Industry Keywords

Clinical ResearchCROStudy Start-UpSite ActivationFDA RegulationsEMA RegulationsLife Sciences DegreeSite ProfilesOperational NeedsStudy Requirements

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Google Cloud Platform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary point of contact for all site selection activities across assigned clinical studies
Lead end-to-end site selection strategy with cross-functional teams, sponsors, and country feasibility managers
Develop and implement protocol-specific site selection criteria, site profiles, questionnaires, ranking methodologies, and recruitment strategies
Collaborate with Study Start-Up and Project Management teams to deliver site activation milestones, including FPI, on time and within budget
Oversee site outreach activities, including leadership, training, performance management, and mentorship for site selection team members
Conduct site due diligence, feasibility assessments, and risk evaluations
Monitor study budgets, timelines, resource utilization, and key performance metrics
Track, report, and provide strategic recommendations to sponsors and project teams
Maintain accurate and complete feasibility, recruitment, and site selection documentation in applicable systems
Prepare and deliver client presentations, support business development efforts, and provide strategic expertise on site and country selection planning
Travel approximately 15% domestically and/or internationally

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of site selection and/or feasibility experience at a clinical research site, CRO, or sponsor company
Ability to interpret clinical trial protocols and translate study requirements into site selection criteria, feasibility assessments, and site-specific operational needs
Strong understanding of ICH-GCP guidelines, FDA/EMA regulations, and clinical research requirements
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills evaluating site performance, feasibility data, and recruitment projections
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Ability to present recommendations and build relationships with sponsors, investigators, and internal stakeholders
Bachelor's degree in life sciences or another related field
Legal right to work in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
Retirement and pension plans
Life assurance and disability coverage
Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways