Freelance Site Activation Specialist – Portugal (Home-Based)Location: Portugal (home-based)Contract type: FreelanceFTE: 0.5 - 0.75Start: immediatelyDuration: around 4 monthAbout the RoleWe are looking for a Freelance Site Activation Specialist based in Portugal to support country-level clinical trial start-up and site management activities.This role focuses on feasibility, site identification, regulatory submissions, and activation, with some involvement in maintenance activities.Key ResponsibilitiesAct as the primary point of contact for assigned investigative sitesExecute feasibility, site identification, and site activation activities in line with SOPs, regulations, and project timelinesPrepare, review, and manage essential site and regulatory documents, ensuring completeness and accuracySupport contract and budget processes in collaboration with internal stakeholdersMaintain and update tracking tools, timelines, and internal systems with accurate project dataMonitor and report on site activation progress and performance metricsEnsure compliance with ICH-GCP, local regulations (Portugal), and study requirementsCollaborate closely with Site Activation Managers, Project Management, and cross-functional teamsRequirementsBased in Portugal with strong understanding of the local regulatory environment2–3+ years of experience in site activation, study start-up, or clinical researchBachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or related fieldSolid knowledge of clinical trial start-up processes and regulatory requirementsExperience managing site documentation and submission processesStrong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple sites and timelinesFluent in Portuguese and English (written and spoken)If this role sounds of interest, please apply today!#LI-DNP#LI-CES#LI-HCPN#LI-XSIQVIA 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.At IQVIA, we believe that diversity, inclusion, and belonging empower our mission to accelerate innovation for a healthier world. We create a culture of belonging by valuing the perspectives of all talented employees worldwide and providing them with the opportunity to power smarter healthcare for everyone, everywhere. When our talented employees bring their authentic selves and their diverse experiences to work, they enable us to accomplish extraordinary things. Multifaceted thought processes spark innovation. Multi-talented collaboration harnesses innovation to deliver superior outcomes. Likewise, as part of this culture, IQVIA is committed to ensuring effective equality between women and men, integrating it as a strategic principle in its corporate and human resources policies.