Clinical Trials Project Lead — Oncology (Ireland)

Cancer Trials Ireland; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cancer Trials Ireland is seeking an experienced clinical trials professional to lead and oversee assigned studies in Ireland. The role requires ensuring compliance with ICH-GCP, regulatory requirements and SOPs, while coordinating sites, vendors, and study documents.

You will mentor junior staff, collaborate with Sponsors and DSSG groups, and contribute to audits, budgets, and cross-functional SOP updates. Strong communication and Irish trials knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Science/medical or nursing background required.
• Previous Medical or Clinical Research experience; oncology advantageous.
• Able to deliver project goals and mentor junior staff.
• In-depth knowledge of the Irish clinical trials environment.
• Experience with clinical trial budgets advantageous.
• Excellent communication skills to represent Cancer Trials Ireland nationally.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge and ensure conduct of assigned studies in compliance with ICH-GCP, regulatory requirements, SOPs, study protocols and project-specific procedures.
• Lead and coordinate clinical trial activities for assigned studies.
• Develop and maintain relationships with external stakeholders/Sponsors.
• Coordinate sites, vendors, and study documents; assess country-specific documents for compliance.
• Act as primary contact for Sponsor and collaborator groups for assigned studies and DSSG groups.
• Provide project-specific training and mentor junior staff as assigned.
• Assist with audits and inspections preparation; manage essential documents and Trial Master File.
• Identify potential issues and proactively manage resolutions to minimise risk.
• Ensure compliance with Cancer Trials Ireland SOPs and other Sponsor SOPs.
• Contribute to SOP development and cross-functional collaboration.
• Organise meetings, participate in discussions with teams, and present findings.
• Assist with budgets and roles/responsibilities, and manage lifecycle of studies.
• Provide updates to COO on study status and prepare study reports.

Skills

Science/medical background

Clinical research experience

Mentoring junior staff

Strong communication

Irish clinical trials knowledge

Job description

Cancer Trials Ireland is seeking an experienced clinical trials professional to lead and oversee assigned studies in Ireland. The role requires ensuring compliance with ICH-GCP, regulatory requirements and SOPs, while coordinating sites, vendors, and study documents.

You will mentor junior staff, collaborate with Sponsors and DSSG groups, and contribute to audits, budgets, and cross-functional SOP updates. Strong communication and Irish trials knowledge are essential.