Department: Anatomy & Regenerative Medicine/CVRI Dublin
Reporting to: Prof Osama Soliman, Deputy Director, CVRI Dublin
Location: Mater Private Network/RCSI
Contract/Duration: Specified Purpose
Remuneration: Aligned with the IUA Researchers RA salary, dependent on experience
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SUMMARY OF POST

This role is based at the Cardiovascular Research Institute (CVRI) in Dublin, Mater Private Hospital in Dublin, and RCSI in Dublin. These two full-time Research Assistants will support the clinical translational work packages of the RightHeartWise project. Working closely with Prof Osama Soliman, the RAs will help design and implement the animal protocol, first-in-human clinical investigation plan, and regulatory submissions. The roles require strong collaboration skills, foundational clinical knowledge, and the ability to manage compliance, clinical data, and cross-functional interactions related to regulatory, in silico, and device development activities.

QUALIFICATIONS – (ESSENTIAL):

• A minimum of a primary degree in medicine.
• Demonstrated interest or experience in cardiovascular medicine or translational research.
• Familiarity with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), clinical trial design, or regulatory standards.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High motivation, initiative, and ability to work independently and collaboratively.

SPECIFICALLY, THE DUTIES OF THE POST ARE:

The Clinical Research Assistant will work as part of Prof Soliman’s Lab at both RCSI and the Mater Private Hospital.