Organisation/Company University College Cork Department HR Research Research Field Medical sciences » Other Researcher Profile Leading Researcher (R4) Positions PhD Positions Country Ireland Application Deadline 9 May 2025 - 12:00 (Europe/Dublin) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Part-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer Description
The INFANT Research Centre is seeking an experienced Senior Research Coordinator to lead the management and implementation of the Newborn Brain Test (NBT) project—an ambitious, three-year initiative funded by the Disruptive Technologies Innovation Fund (DTIF), administered by Enterprise Ireland and the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment.
Delivered in partnership with UCC spin-out CergenX and cybersecurity company Evervault, the NBT project aims to develop a novel AI-based platform to detect abnormal brain activity in newborns shortly after birth.
The Senior Research Coordinator will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the project, ensuring delivery of projects milestones and deliverables, compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and relevant regulatory requirements, and adherence to the INFANT Quality Management System. A central focus will be on clinical data management, including oversight of retrospective and prospective data collection, storage, and governance.
This is a dynamic, cross-sector project requiring close collaboration with academic, clinical, and industry stakeholders. The role demands a highly organised and proactive individual with excellent communication skills and a strong track record in coordinating complex, multi-disciplinary programmes.
Applicants should have a minimum of ten years' experience in project and programme management, experience in the technology sector, and demonstrable experience working with industry. Experience in team leadership and knowledge of regulatory and quality standards is essential; clinical research experience is an advantage.
Project Title: DTIF – Newborn Brain Screener
* Lead and oversee day-to-day management and implementation of the Newborn Brain Test (NBT) project to ensure timely delivery of project milestones across all work packages.
* Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, including timelines, deliverables, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies.
* Monitor project progress and prepare detailed internal and external reports for stakeholders, including funder, project partners, and governance board.
* Coordinate meetings, teleconferences, and progress reviews with academic, clinical, and industry partners.
* Ensure that all project activities are conducted in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), the INFANT Research Centre's Quality Management System, and applicable ethical and legal frameworks.
* Collaborate with the INFANT Quality Team to implement and monitor Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and to maintain audit-ready documentation across all workstreams.
* Support the preparation of regulatory submissions and ethics applications in conjunction with relevant stakeholders.
* Oversee and coordinate clinical data collection, both retrospectively and prospectively, across multiple sites.
* Develop and maintain robust data management workflows in alignment with data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR) and enterprise cybersecurity requirements.
* Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of clinical datasets used in the AI development and validation process.
* Act as the key liaison for all internal and external stakeholders, including clinical collaborators, industry partners, academic institutions, funders, and regulatory bodies.
* Facilitate effective communication between cross-functional teams and coordinate integration of input from AI developers, clinicians, and data scientists.
* Represent the project at national and international meetings, workshops, and conferences as required.
* Foster a collaborative and productive working environment across multidisciplinary teams.
* Coordinate with the Principal Investigator(s) and partner organisations to ensure strategic alignment and goal achievement.
* Lead and coordinate the preparation and submission of annual and other reports to the funding agency.
* Assist in the preparation and dissemination of project information and promotional material for stakeholders, including newsletters and annual reports etc
* Deputise for the study PI as required.
Specific Requirements
* A graduate qualification in a relevant field such as health sciences, biomedical engineering, computer science, project management, or a related discipline.
* Significant experience in managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects, with a proven track record of delivering results on time and within budget.
* Demonstrated experience working in the technology sector particularly in data-rich environments.
* Proven experience of working in or closely with industry, particularly within collaborative academic–industry partnerships or innovation-driven projects.
* Strong leadership skills, with experience managing and coordinating interdisciplinary teams.
* Proven expertise in data management, including the use of secure storage solutions, database maintenance, and data integrity practices.
* Good knowledge of GDPR and relevant data protection legislation, particularly as it applies to clinical or health-related data.
* Excellent organisational and documentation skills, including the ability to maintain accurate records and produce high-quality project reports.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and manage relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
* Effective problem-solving and analytical skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing challenges.
* Competence in using project and data management tools such as Microsoft project, redcap, SharePoint, and similar platforms.
* High proficiency in general IT systems, including Microsoft office, spreadsheet packages, and research administration platforms such as smartsimple.
* Ability to prioritise a high-volume workload, work under pressure, and meet tight deadlines.
* Willingness to travel within Ireland and occasionally internationally to support project delivery and collaboration.
* Clinical Research Management experience.
* A good understanding of the research funding environment in Ireland, Europe and further afield.
* Familiarity with the process of translating scientific research into application via commercialisation.
* Experience in the generation of annual reports and outreach materials.
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