Project Leader - Medical Communications/Publications

ICR United States USA

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US, Blue Bell (ICON) US, Nashville, TN Until 10/2/2026 First posted August 3, 2026 Last posted August 3, 2026
Job description
Project Leader - Medical Communications/Publications

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.


Project Lead

As a Project Leader at ICON, you will be responsible for guiding and managing medical communications and publication projects to ensure the successful delivery.

What You Will Do:

You will manage day-to-day projects including cross-functional stakeholder alignment and client engagement responsibilities.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading and managing various medical communication projects including publications, including defining project briefs, planning, and coordinating activities to ensure successful project outcomes.
  • Managing client status meetings, reports and liaison as co-lead with scientific counterparts for multiple projects
  • Execution of project plans, schedules, and budgets, ensuring that all project milestones are achieved on time.
  • Coordinating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure alignment on project plans, deliverables, and expectations.
  • Monitoring project progress, identifying risks and issues, and implementing solutions to address challenges and keep the project on track or escalating as appropriate.
  • Providing regular updates and reports on project status, performance, and changes to stakeholders and team management and sr management as appropriate.

Your Profile:

You will have solid project and program management experience, with the ability to manage competing priorities and mentor more junior team members.

Required qualifications and experience:

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Proven ability to lead and manage multiple projects effectively, with a track record of successful project delivery.
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with experience in managing complex projects and coordinating cross-functional teams.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Detail-oriented, proactive, and adaptable, with a commitment to achieving project goals and driving continuous improvement.

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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

Manage medical communication projects, coordinate teams, ensure timely delivery, and report on project status.

Job title

Project Leader - Medical Communications/Publications

Experience level

proven ability to lead and manage multiple projects effectively

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Remote work allowed, candidates in select US locations

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

project managementcommunicationstakeholder engagementplanning

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

medical communicationspublicationsproject management
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

United States

Remote Country