Analytical Monitor

1 week ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa ICON plc Full time
Analytical Monitor

ICON plc 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

We are currently seeking an Analytical Monitor to join our growing client-dedicated team within Integrated Data Analytics & Reporting. As an Analytical Monitor at ICON, you will play a crucial role in supporting clinical trial oversight through targeted data analytics, early risk identification, and the delivery of high-quality insights that empower Site Managers to make informed, patient-centric decisions.

This is a highly collaborative, analytical role contributing to the overall quality, safety, and operational success of multiple clinical studies across global programmes.

What You Will Be Doing:

  • Conducting analytical monitoring activities across assigned clinical trials to identify early trends, data quality issues, and potential risks at the site and subject level.
  • Performing regular (fit-for-purpose) site/subject-level reviews to support proactive issue detection and prevent recurrence.
  • Accessing and analysing data from multiple systems, databases, and reporting tools to derive insights that support informed decision-making.
  • Collaborating closely with Site Managers, Central Monitoring, and other cross-functional partners to influence site prioritisation and guided risk management.
  • Facilitating clear and effective communication with stakeholders, following escalation pathways where appropriate.
  • Ensuring all activities are performed in accordance with regulatory guidelines, SOPs, and ICON quality standards.

Your Profile:

  • Bachelor's degree in Health Sciences, Data Sciences or related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
  • Approximately 2+ years of experience within the Pharmaceutical, CRO, Biotech or related industry.
  • Strong experience in data analysis and interpretation within a clinical research environment.
  • Understanding of clinical trial processes and working knowledge of ICH-GCP and regulatory frameworks.
  • Experience with technology platforms and systems used for data collection, analysis, and reporting.
  • Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across global cross-functional teams and .
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

What ICON can offer you:

Our success depends on the quality of our people. That's why we've made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.

In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.

Our benefits examples include:

  • Various annual leave entitlements

  • 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 Programme, TELUS Health, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialised 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, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others.

Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.

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.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know or submit a request here.

Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless – there's every chance you're exactly what we're looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles.

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