Blindsided by Layoff Despite Hard Work and Promises - In House CRA ICON Employee Review

2.0
Aug 4, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

• Exposure to global Phase I–IV trials across various therapeutic areas • Opportunities to collaborate with experienced teams in clinical research • Use of major industry tools and systems (Veeva Vault, InForm, Siebel CTMS, etc.) • Remote work flexibility

Cons

• No merit increases or cost-of-living adjustments, even with strong performance • Promised promotions that never materialized—despite taking on higher-level responsibilities and supporting CRA-level tasks • Excessive workload due to high turnover and understaffing • Lack of transparency and communication from leadership • Sudden layoff with little notice, despite being told the team was stable and secure

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5.0
Jun 19, 2026
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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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