Clinical Research Associate

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Netherlands, Utrecht, Zen Until 9/13/2026 First posted July 15, 2026 Last posted July 15, 2026
Job description
Clinical Research Associate - Area North Brabant

ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.


As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.


For our client in the Breda region, we are looking for a Clinical Research Associate (CRA) (Site Manager) to join our ICON team!

As a CRA your main responsibilities will be to provide trial coordination and site management services for your assigned studies/sites. For this you will independently ensure that your sites are inspection read at all times, perform pretrial assessment, site selection, subject recruitment and retention planning, site initiation, monitoring and close-out.


What You Will Be Doing: 

  • Monitoring clinical trial sites to ensure adherence to study protocols, regulatory requirements, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards.
  • Conducting site visits to assess site performance, resolve issues, and provide support to ensure successful trial execution.
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and accurate data collection and reporting.
  • Providing training and guidance to site staff and other CRAs to maintain high standards of clinical trial conduct.
  • Building and maintaining effective relationships with site personnel and stakeholders to facilitate smooth trial operations.


Your Profile:

  • Degree in a health or sciences related field
  • Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice/ICH Guidelines and other applicable regulatory requirements. 
  • Proven experience in on-site monitoring of clinical studies.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in problem solving, juggling multiple priorities and a commitment to quality and customer focus. 
  • Proven ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. 
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. 
  • Must demonstrate good computer skills.
  • Fluently Dutch and English

#LI-IB4

#Hybrid


Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.


Rewards & Benefits

ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.


Benefits may include:

  • 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

Benefits may vary depending on role and location.


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


Inclusion and Accessibility

ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.


If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here.

Are you a current ICON Employee? Please click here to apply

About this role

Summary

Coordinate and monitor clinical trials, ensure compliance, analyze site performance, support staff.

Job title

Clinical Research Associate

Experience level

proven experience in on-site monitoring

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Utrecht, Netherlands; hybrid work allowed.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

knowledge of GCP/ICHclinical study monitoringproblem solvingcommunicationcomputer skills

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

site managementmonitoringregulatory compliancepatient recruitmentclinical trials
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Utrecht, Netherlands

Hybrid City