Clinical Project Manager

Post Date : 26-Feb-2026 Close Date : 12-Mar-2026 Job Title: Clinical Project Manager –RCS - NSRSC Reporting To: RCSI- NSRSC National Clinical Lead and Operations Director Location: 121 St Stephens Green, Dublin School (or department): Surgical Affairs Contract type/duration: Permanent - Full time Closing date for applications: 5:00pm on Thursday 12th of March 2026 About the post: RCSI is the national institution responsible for the delivery of surgical and emergency medicine specialist training. Through our Department of Surgical Affairs we support our trainers and trainees in the delivery of the national surgical and emergency medicine training programmes. We also deliver a range of academic programmes leading to postgraduate diplomas and Masters Degrees along with the intercollegiate membership surgical examinations and the specialist fellowship examinations. We promote surgical research through the RCSI-National Surgical Research Support Centre (NSRSC). A key objective of the RCSI-NSRSC is to support and facilitate surgical research across the island of Ireland. The RCSI-NSRSC are currently supporting Investigator-Led, collaborative and International surgical trials and research projects across various surgical specialties in all aspects of trial set-up, management and coordination. A key objective of the NSRSC also involves providing training in surgical research and trial methodology. Job Responsibilities : As a Clinical Project Manager, you will play a key role in the RCSI-NSRSC team in the day-to-day operational activities of managing surgical trials with responsibilities including Act as the primary point of contact for designated studies, develop professional working relationships with internal departments, stakeholders, Principal Investigators and trial sites. Manage junior members of the clinical research team Participate in study clinical risk review and planning Support the data management and statistical teams Review and develop research protocols, patient information leaflets and other study documents Prepare and manage the submission of Research Ethics and Regulatory applications Identify funding opportunities and assist Principal Investigators with applications for grant funding Prepare study budgets and manage adherence to study budget and timelines Review and assist with execution of clinical contracts Manage the maintenance of TMF, study files and other required documentation, as required per ICH-GCP and compliance with SOPs. Ensure study training and ICH-GCP training is completed by trial teams as necessary Ensure compliance with ICH-GCP, study protocol and SOPs throughout the study Prepare study-related training materials and coordinate site study initiations and study closures Co-ordinate and conduct site monitoring visits as necessary Schedule and manage study meetings including agendas and minutes Track study activities and milestones, Identify risks, develop and implement resolution plans to mitigate risks in collaboration with team members and other stakeholders. Prepare regular study status reports for the RCSI-NSRSC National Clinical Lead, Operations Director and Managing Director of Surgical Affairs Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and drive process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and value Assist in the preparation of materials for internal and external communications such as newsletters and social media. Complete all assigned training and pro-actively identify training opportunities to facilitate ongoing personal development and learning Keep up to date with the latest clinical trial and data protection legislation Adhere to RCSI and relevant hospital or institution policies, SOPs, guidelines, applicable laws and regulations for the conduct of clinical research Any other duties assigned by the RCSI-NSRSC National Clinical lead and Operations Director Knowledge & Experience – (Essential): Bachelors degree/MSc/PhD in Science or equivalent work experience in a scientific or health related field Minimum of 6 years’ experience of clinical trial project management Knowledge of clinical trial processes and regulatory requirements including ICH-GCP, GDPR Strong leadership skills Experience in supervision and managing team members Desirable Skills Experience managing regulatory and Medical Device trials. Good knowledge of the Irish Healthcare clinical research system. Have published clinical research in recognised peer-reviewed scientific journals Experience in writing grant applications We are all too aware that imposter syndrome and the confidence gap can sometimes stop fantastic candidates putting themselves forward, so please do submit an application — we’d love to hear from you. Application Process All applications for this post must be made through the career's webpage www.rcsi.com/careers.  Please apply online through the RCSI careers portal on the closing date with your CV and cover letter. Informal Enquiries: Informal Enquiries can be directed to the Operations Director: Dr Anne-Marie Byrne: annemariebyrne@rcsi.ie Garda vetting and occupational health review may be required for this role, depending on the nature of the duties and responsibilities. Further information will be provided during the recruitment process. Eligibility to Work in Ireland Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. 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