Large CRO culture - Sr. Clinical Research Associate ICON Employee Review

3.0
Oct 14, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

*Ability to become knowledgeable of multiple therapeutic areas (sometimes this could be a pro and a con). *Benefits are good

Cons

* Manages workload by FTE vs utilization. Thus, you could exceed the company's 8-10 DOS metrics monthly. * CTLs can be a bit micromanaging. * Sometimes you can feel like a number vs an employee.

Explore other reviews about ICON

5.0
Jun 19, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Really great manager. Remote work major plus. No micro management. Great pay

Cons

Annual salary increase this year isn't until September which is odd.

4.0
Jun 27, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Great team up to director level. Good place to start career, however not many open positions in US

Cons

Contracts are often unclear not including all needed services, leading to financial overburn. The company relies on multiple tracking systems, creating inefficiencies and frustrations for employees, and prioritizes hiring in low-cost regions, which are known for high employee turnover.

See reviews by: Helpful|Rating|Date|All