Job Title: Clinical Operations Manager
Location: Ostensibly remote (with some regular travel to sites around Ireland required)
Reports to: Operations Manager
Job Purpose
The Clinical Operations Manager will assist in overseeing and supporting the delivery of clinical trials across the CRP network of sites. The role ensures studies are conducted to the highest standards of quality, regulatory compliance, and patient safety, while supporting investigators and site staff to meet recruitment and retention goals. The Clinical Operations Manager will also contribute to strengthening clinical research education within the team and improving organisational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the day-to-day management of education and clinical support across sites.
* Oversee education and training for new staff.
* Assist in the implementation of recruitment strategies for each study.
* Support, advise on and oversee clinical aspects of research studies, in accordance with study protocols and relevant regulations.
* Manage and support research nurses, coordinators, and study teams to ensure adherence to protocol, GCP, and local regulatory requirements.
* Support site teams in maintaining inspection and audit readiness.
* Ensure all clinical operational documentation (SOPs, study logs, site files) is accurate, complete, and audit-ready.
* Collaborate with Quality and Regulatory team to ensure compliance with GCP, GDPR, and international standards.
* Drive performance monitoring, including recruitment targets, KPIs, and operational metrics.
* Support staff training, development, and performance reviews.
* Contribute to strategic planning for the growth of the organisation's clinical research portfolio.
* Maintain effective communication with staff to ensure information is transferred in a clear effective manner.
Qualifications & Experience
* Registration as a health care professional (e.g. registration in the General Division of the Nursing register kept by An Bord Altranais)
* Bachelor's degree in life sciences, nursing, or a related field.
* Minimum 5+ years' experience in clinical research, with at least 2 years in a management or leadership role.
* Strong understanding of ICH-GCP and regulatory processes.
* Proven track record of successfully managing multi-site trials.
* Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
* Ability to work collaboratively across clinical and operational functions.
Key Competencies
* Leadership and team development
* Strategic and operational planning
* Problem-solving and decision-making
* Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills
* Results-driven with attention to detail
* Adaptability in a fast-paced research environment
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: €60,000.00-€75,000.00 per year
Work Location: Remote