Site Activation Specialist (Denmark & Norway)

Hybrid role

Job Overview

The Site Activation Specialist (SAS) is responsible for supporting the feasibility, site start-up, and activation processes for clinical studies at a country or regional level. Acting as a key point of contact for investigative sites, this role ensures that all activities are conducted in compliance with applicable regulations, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and project requirements.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams to drive timelines and ensure successful site activation.

Essential Functions

• Acts as a Single Point of Contact (SPOC) with moderate oversight to support feasibility, site activation, and limited maintenance activities for assigned studies, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, SOPs, and work instructions.

• Collaborates closely with the Site Activation Manager (SAM), Project Management team, and cross-functional partners as required.

• Reviews documents for completeness, consistency, and accuracy under the guidance of senior staff.

• Prepares and manages site documentation, ensuring all deliverables are accurate and complete.

• Communicates the completion of regulatory, contractual, and other required site documents to relevant stakeholders.

• Distributes finalized documentation to investigative sites and internal project teams in a timely manner.

• Updates and maintains internal systems, databases, tracking tools, timelines, and project plans with accurate and up-to-date information.

• Reviews, tracks, and proactively follows up on the progress, approval, and execution of key documents, including:

  • Questionnaires

  • Confidential Disclosure Agreements (CDAs)

  • Regulatory submissions

  • Ethics approvals

  • Informed Consent Forms (ICF)

  • Investigator Pack (IP) release documentation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Economics, Law, or a related field.

• +2 years of experience in clinical research or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

• Strong negotiation, organization, and communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Native-level proficiency in Danish or Norwegian (according to location)

• Strong professional English proficiency required.

Key Competencies

• Attention to detail and accuracy

• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills

• Problem-solving mindset

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

• Time management and prioritization skills

What We Offer

• Exposure to global clinical trials and innovative research projects

• Exposure to global clinical trials and innovative research projects

• Career development and growth opportunities within clinical operations

• Ongoing training and professional development programs

• Flexible working arrangements and a supportive work-life balance culture

• A dynamic, inclusive, and diverse workplace where your contributions are valued

• The chance to make a meaningful impact on patients’ lives through clinical research

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.