Principal Data Standards Consultant ICON is a general healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.

Principal Data Standard

Consultant UK Responsibilities Provide expert-level functional knowledge in at least one standards domain, contributing to the development of standards content both internally and for sponsor-facing projects. Develop, implement, and maintain ICON Data Collection standards libraries in compliance with CDISC, sponsor, and regulatory requirements. Act as a subject matter expert to guide standards implementation and ensure compliance across clinical data management activities.

Collaborate cross-functionally to define data collection strategies and standards for clinical trials. Lead or contribute to departmental initiatives, potentially acting as a project lead with responsibility for coordinating team members. Support the development of training materials and reference documentation across standards topics such as CDASH & Controlled Terminology.

Provide mentorship and guidance to more junior team members. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., Life Sciences, Computer Science,



or similar); Approximately 8+ years of experience in clinical data management, with significant expertise in data standards. Advanced proficiency in CDISC standards (CDASH, SDTM, Controlled Terminology, etc.) Proven experience with EDC build/design tools, such as Medidata Rave and/or Veeva Vault EDC/CDMS.

Excellent interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills, with the ability to present, defend analyses, and secure stakeholder alignment on complex topics. Ability to significantly impact operational, project, or departmental objectives, ensuring delivery of high-quality outcomes aligned with business strategy. Competitive base salary and performance related incentives Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable Retirement and pension plans Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.

Type: Full time Principal Clinical Data Standards Consultant • Madrid, Spain

📌 Data Quality Consultant (Madrid)
🏢 Icon Clinical
📍 Madrid