Trial Management Lead

About the Role

Based within the Blizard Institute at Queen Mary University of London, Bone & Joint Health (BJH) is seeking an experienced clinical trials leader to oversee the operational management of our research portfolio. You will lead a team of trial managers and coordinators, ensuring timely delivery of studies and trials, with particular focus on set-up and closure phases.

Working closely with BJH leadership and the Pragmatic Clinical Trials Unit, you’ll play a key role in strategic planning, approvals, oversight, and regulatory compliance. You will ensure trials are effectively governed, appropriately resourced, and aligned with BJH’s mission to integrate research and care for better musculoskeletal health.

About You

You are an experienced research operations professional with a strong background in clinical trial management and a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks including GCP, GDPR, and UK Research Governance. You bring proven leadership skills, a collaborative approach, and the ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder research environments.

You are confident leading teams, co-chairing operational meetings, and liaising with clinical, academic and regulatory partners. With strong organisational abilities and attention to detail, you thrive in dynamic environments where impactful research improves lives. Passion for advancing health equity through diverse and inclusive research is highly valued.

Join us in shaping the future of bone, joint, and movement health through innovation, discovery, and delivery.