Senior Medical Research Associate (EMT)

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. Were 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

Location: Lenexa, KS
Schedule: Morning and Overnight Shifts Available
Employment Type: Part- Time

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Medical Research Associate with valid EMT certification to support both our clinical research operations and onsite clinic. This role blends handson patient care with research responsibilities and is ideal for someone who thrives in a fastpaced environment, is confident in emergency response, and can ensure highquality and compliant study execution.

• Provide direct patient care within the onsite clinic, including patient assessment, vital signs, triage, and urgent clinical support.
• Perform EMTlevel procedures within certification scope, including blood draws, specimen collection, wound care, and stabilization during urgent or unexpected clinical situations.
• Support participant safety during research procedures and respond promptly to any medical concerns or adverse events.
• Ensure clinical equipment and supplies are properly maintained, stocked, and ready for use.

• Assist in planning, coordinating, and monitoring clinical research activities to ensure compliance with study protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Support study procedures including sample handling, documentation, subject visit coordination, and protocol-driven tasks.
• Conduct sitelevel training, reinforce protocol adherence, and provide ongoing operational support to investigators and staff.
• Track study progress, maintain accurate records, and ensure all clinical and research documentation meets quality standards.
• Participate in the review and development of study materials such as source documents, manuals, logs, and operational tools.
• Mentor junior Research Associates and contribute to a collaborative and highperformance team culture.

• Active EMT certification required (EMTBasic, Advanced EMT, or EMTParamedic depending on state requirements).
• Experience in emergency medical care, urgent care, or other fastpaced clinical settings.
• Prior clinical research experience preferred but not required for candidates with strong clinical and EMT backgrounds.
• Strong understanding of clinical procedures, patient care standards, and documentation practices.
• Excellent judgment in emergency situations and the ability to maintain composure under pressure.
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and timemanagement skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across clinical and research teams.
• Ability to work assigned morning or overnight shifts as needed.

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What ICON can offer you:

Our success depends on the quality of our people. Thats why weve 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 familys 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 familys 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. Were 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.

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