No growth opportunity - Clinical Research Associate II ICON Employee Review

1.0
May 12, 2015
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Good medical benefits and time off.

Cons

My annual performance review literally said "No areas requiring improvement noted" with positive, raving reviews from CTMs and site staff. No promotion as discussed with line manager, minimal "merit" increase, and minimal performance bonus. Apparently, "performance bonus" is tied to seniority, which takes away any new employees' motivation to perform above and beyond. Very little resources, no support the company or management. Travel policy is awful- $150 hotel cap and $50 meal cap per day, regardless of working location. Talk of per diem has been in the works for 1.5 years I was there. Still no sign of implementation.

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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
Jul 6, 2026
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Pros

Great benefits including PTO, health care and other benefits.

Cons

Very much a brother-in-law feel when it comes to promotions and praise. If you aren't in the cool club, you will be shunned and left out. Management also makes business decisions without understanding the niche part of the various industries.

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