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Senior Medical Research Associate

ICON plc·Lenexa, Kansas

Part Time·On Site·Remote friendly·0-2 yrs·Posted 2 months ago
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About the role

The role involves providing direct patient care, including triage, vital signs, and emergency stabilization within a clinical research setting. Additionally, the associate will support study protocols by managing samples, maintaining documentation, and ensuring participant safety.

Senior Medical Research Associate (Paramedic) - Lenexa, KS (Onsite)

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.

Paramedic - Prn

Note

The internal title for a licensed paramedic at ICON is Senior Research Associate. Further details below.

ICON plc is a world-leading clinical research organization. We advance clinical research by providing outsourced services to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device and government and public health organizations.

With our patients at the center of all that we do, we help to accelerate the development of drugs and devices that save lives and improve quality of life.

THE ROLE

Our full-service clinic in Lenexa, Kansas, is a 114-bed, state-of-the-art research center, located near metropolitan Kansas City.

We are seeking a (PRN) Senior Medical Research Associate with active Paramedic licensure to support clinical research studies at our Lenexa, Kansas (KS) clinic.

Whether you’re exploring a career in clinical research or already have experience in the field, this role offers a chance to contribute to work that supports the future of healthcare and disease management. Paramedic candidates without research experience are encouraged to apply.

Key responsibilities

The Senior Medical Research Associate opportunity blends patient care with research responsibilities.

  • Clinical & Paramedic Responsibilities
  • Provide direct patient care within the onsite clinic, including advanced assessment, triage, vital signs, and urgent clinical support.
  • Perform Paramedic‑level procedures within licensure scope, including IV placement, blood draws, specimen collection, injections, wound care, and emergency response/stabilization.
  • Monitor participant safety during research procedures and respond promptly to medical concerns, adverse events, or unexpected clinical situations.
  • Ensure medical equipment, supplies, and emergency materials are maintained, stocked, and fully operational.
  • Research & Operational Responsibilities
  • Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing clinical research activities in alignment with study protocols and regulatory requirements.
  • Support study visit procedures, including sample handling, documentation, timing, and protocol‑driven tasks.
  • Conduct or support staff training, reinforce protocol adherence, and provide ongoing operational assistance to investigators and team members.
  • Track study progress, maintain accurate and audit‑ready documentation, and ensure high‑quality records throughout the study lifecycle.
  • Contribute to the development and review of study materials, including source documents, manuals, logs, and operational tools.

Qualifications

  • Active, unrestricted Paramedic state license.
  • National Registry Paramedic (NRP) certification or state‑recognized equivalent.
  • Strong understanding of patient assessment, emergency response protocols, and clinical documentation standards.

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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 [https://careers.iconplc.com/benefits] 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 [https://careers.iconplc.com/reasonable-accommodations].

Are you a current ICON Employee? Please click here [https://wd3.myworkday.com/icon/d/task/1422$1235.htmld] to apply

Requirements

Candidates must hold an active, unrestricted Paramedic state license and National Registry Paramedic (NRP) certification. A strong understanding of patient assessment, emergency response protocols, and clinical documentation standards is required.

  • professional certificate
  • Triage
  • Injections
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Wound care
  • Emergency response
  • Patient assessment
  • Blood draws
  • Specimen collection
  • Medical equipment maintenance
  • Clinical documentation
  • Protocol adherence
  • IV placement
  • Sample handling

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Lenexa, Kansas
Posted
May 26, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

ICON plc

Since our foundation in Dublin, Ireland in 1990, our mission has been to help our clients to accelerate the development of drugs and devices that save lives and improve quality of life. We do this by delivering best in class information, solutions and performance, with an...

Salary listed on 16 jobs
IndustryBiotechnology Research
TypePublic Company
Size10,001+ employees
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In Kansas, support-services roles in healthcare are often tied to patient coordination, discharge planning, and connecting families with resources, so demand tends to follow hospitals, clinics, and community care settings. These positions can be competitive because employers often prefer social work training plus medical-field experience and may favor licensure such as LMSW or LSCSW. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your degree, license status, and any relevant medical experience before applying.

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