Published 2026-04-03
ICON plc., (www.iconplc.com) 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.
Working with our Sponsor's SOP Acquisition Lead to assist in the coordination of the assessment and transition plan for possible integration of procedural documentation into the Sponsor's SOP model for clinical, medical, safety, regulatory, and quality management system processes relating to business deals.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
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Developing SOP mapping between Sponsor's SOPs and the acquiree’s Sponsor/CRO vendor procedural documentation
Conduct comparison assessments between the procedural documentation to identify major gaps and work with the business process owner and SOP authors to validate
Facilitate the risk assessment of gaps with the business and document any interim procedures to mitigate the risk
Develop the official transition communication (using templates)
Develop the retirement strategy
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
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Head of SOPs
Sponsor's SOP Acquisition Lead
Sponsor's Business Process Owners (BPOs) for clinical, medical, safety, regulatory and quality management system process areas
Sponsor's SOP Authors for clinical, medical, safety, regulatory and quality management system process areas
Quality organization colleagues
Sourcing Risk & Compliance
Project Management Office (PMO) Colleagues (PMOs are established per business deal)
QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
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BS/BA Degree plus 5+ years Pharma experience.
Demonstrated experience in project management and implementation techniques.
Gx P experience and a strong working knowledge and understanding of drug development processes.
TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS
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Required: Proficient in Microsoft applications (i.e., Word, Excel, Power Point, TEAMS, MS Project)
What ICON can offer you:
21 days of company vacation (PTO) per year (pro‑rated), plus public/statutory holidays observed in your state.
A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs.
Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
Global Employee Assistance Program, Life Works, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialized professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well-being.
Life assurance
Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others.
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.
https://careers.iconplc.com/reasonable-accommodations
