Clinical Research Assistant

Purpose of the Role

Children’s Health Ireland (CHI) is Ireland’s largest paediatric hospital and the leading center in Ireland for the conduct of clinical trials and studies in children and young adults. As part of ongoing development towards the opening of the new Children’s Hospital, a rationalisation and integration of the existing clinical research infrastructure across all sites has been undertaken with all aspects of the clinical research infrastructure being brought together under a single governance and management structure. This consists of the Clinical Research Centre (CRC) to support the conduct of research across CHI sites, which links closely with the existing Cancer Clinical Trials Unit (CCTU) at CHI at Crumlin for clinical trials in paediatric cancer.

Both the CRC and CCTU are made up of a team of dedicated research staff to support clinical teams in the conduct of clinical trials and other research studies. The Clinical Research assistant plays a central role in this, coordinating and acting as key point of contact for multiple studies and providing back-up and support from set-up through to closeout. They will link in closely with the CRC Operations Manager, CCTU Manager, and Research Project Managers, as well as Principal Investigators and clinical research teams to ensure that study activities are carried out effectively and in compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards.

This role presents an exciting opportunity to work within a highly motivated team and a dynamic environment, and to be involved in bringing advancements in health outcomes for children and young adults in Ireland. The role offers opportunities for ongoing professional development and the successful candidate will be provided with training and mentoring specific to their role.

Essential Criteria:

· BSc in clinical or life science related subject or equivalent third level qualification

· Previous relevant experience working in a research role and/or clinical environment

· Previous experience working in a lab

· Experience of at least one of the following:

- Applied knowledge of Good Clinical Practice and of the governance and legislative requirements relating to the conduct of clinical research in Ireland

- Experience of biosample processing

- Experience in the preparation of submissions to research ethics committees

· Readiness and ability to learn new skills as required by the position

Applications for this post must be accompanied by a cover letter, setting out relevant experience that illustrates how the essential criteria listed above is met.

The criterion for short listing is based on the requirements of the post, as outlined in the eligibility criteria.

* Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV, this forms part of your application and CV’s will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter.

The closing date for submissions of CV’s and cover letter is 13th July 2025 by 11:45pm. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking ‘Apply for Job’.

Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method.

For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact aisling.geraghty@childrenshealthireland.ie

For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition Team recruitment@childrenshealthireland.ie

PLEASE NOTE:

CHI has transitioned to a process of a one commencement day per month for all new employees, CHI internal transfers and Secondments. This update to our Onboarding process is aligned to changes in our monthly/fortnightly payroll and with the launch of our new corporate induction program. This process enhancement ensures that we can thoroughly prepare for your arrival and facilitate a smooth transition in your onboarding journey.

So that the Onboarding team can confirm your start date, you will need to ensure that your mandatory training is completed at least 7 days prior to your commencement date.

It is important for you to note that if you do not have your pre-employments and mandatory training completed in time, your commencement date will be deferred to the next available date.

Below, you’ll find the list of commencement dates for 2025.

• August 11th

• September 1st

• September 15th

• October 13th

• November 10th

• December 15th