Operations Lead, Cancer Trials Cork

Location: CUH/UCC Cancer Centre  

Salary: €82,00 p.a.

Closing date: 31/01/2025

Key Responsibilities: 

• Take responsibility for the ongoing development and implementation of Cancer Trials Cork @ CUH operational management systems, policies, procedures and best practices.
• Oversee, direct and manage the unit’s comprehensive nursing, data management and financial operations.
• Identify and implement efficiencies and improvements within Cancer Trials Cork @CUH operational processes and procedures.
• Oversee the daily operational management of the HR aspects of the Cancer Trials Cork @CUH including staff recruitment, onboarding and induction.
• Act as the primary business strategist for Cancer Trials Cork @CUH, aligning with the UCC Cancer Trials Group and ensuring the CUH/UCC Cancer Centre meets its strategic objectives including attaining Comprehensive Cancer Centre status over coming years.
• Provide leadership and direction for the existing team members in Cancer Trials Cork across domains of nursing, administrative and financial expertise; promoting teamwork, innovation, and professional development.

Required Qualifications & Experience: 

• A PhD or postgraduate qualification in a relevant field or discipline.(E.g. Business Administration, Healthcare Management, Clinical Research)
• At least 5-10 years management experience in a research-active entity, to include human resources management and experience of managing a team in a research environment.
• Excellent programme management skills and a demonstrated track record of managing multiple projects with evidence of good management practice.
• Demonstrated track record of successful leadership and team management, with the ability to mentor, guide and develop multidisciplinary teams in complex project environments.
• Strategic and analytical thinking skills with a history of solving complex operational and managerial challenges in a dynamic research landscape.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in order to communicate effectively with staff, students and stakeholders.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills, with proven ability to navigate partnerships across various sectors and levels, including international collaborations.
• Ability to develop good working relationships.
• Experience of working in a multidisciplinary research team environment and working with people from a wide range of cultures.
• Capacity to manage and prioritise a high workload, with a track record of delivering results under pressure and on time.
• Excellent IT skills including MS Office and spreadsheet packages.

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