Clinical Research Project Manager (Part-Time, Maternity Cover) in London

Mitra Bio is building the future of skincare through cutting‑edge science and technology. Our goal is to make highly personalised skincare more effective, accessible, and science‑driven.

We’re looking for a highly organised, proactive, and experienced Part-Time Clinical Research Project Manager to join us on a 12‑month fixed‑term maternity cover contract supporting one of Mitra Bio’s core clinical studies. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys bringing structure to complexity, thrives in fast‑moving environments, and is confident operating independently.

You’ll play a critical role in ensuring the successful delivery of a multi‑centre molecular diagnostics clinical study, acting as the central coordination point across clinical sites, vendors, investigators, and internal teams. You’ll report into the Head of Market Access / CEO and work closely with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure study timelines, regulatory submissions, budgets, and operational delivery remain on track. This is a hands‑on role with real ownership and visibility across the business.

What you’ll own:

• Day‑to‑day coordination and delivery of a multi‑centre molecular diagnostics clinical study
• Management of study timelines, recruitment targets, and operational milestones across participating sites
• Oversight of protocol amendments, ethics submissions, and Trial Master File (TMF) management
• Study budget tracking, vendor coordination, and reconciliation of site payments and invoices
• Ensuring study activities remain compliant with GCP, IVDR, and regulatory requirements
• Facilitating communication and accountability across investigators, vendors, clinical sites, and internal teams

What we’re looking for:

• 3+ years of experience managing clinical trials or clinical research projects
• Experience coordinating international or multi‑centre clinical studies
• Comfortable operating independently and proactively solving problems
• Hands‑on experience with ethics committee submissions and protocol amendments
• A strong understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and clinical trial operations
• Highly organised, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple moving pieces simultaneously
• Communicate clearly and confidently with both scientific and operational stakeholders
• Comfortable working in fast‑moving startup or evolving environments
• Experience in molecular diagnostics, genomics, or next‑generation sequencing workflows
• Experience supporting grants or clinical evidence generation projects

We’re particularly interested in hearing from people who are proactive, pragmatic, and excited about cutting‑edge clinical research in a fast‑moving environment.

Must haves:

• Based in or near London and available to work in‑person with the team on a hybrid basis
• Diagnostics or medtech experience
• Experience managing clinical study operations and timelines independently
• Comfortable working cross‑functionally with external sites, vendors, and internal stakeholders
• Willingness to travel internationally if required

Nice to haves:

• Familiarity with regulatory affairs processes
• Experience with grants, clinical evidence generation, or translational research projects

What we offer:

• Flexible part‑time working arrangements
• High ownership and direct impact on a business‑critical clinical programme
• The opportunity to work at the intersection of science, diagnostics, and consumer health
• A collaborative, ambitious team of scientists, engineers, and operators building something genuinely new
• Strong in‑person/hybrid culture, fast feedback loops, and minimal bureaucracy
• Backing from world‑class investors and experienced founders
• The opportunity to contribute to the future of personalised skincare and longevity science

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: At Mitra Bio, we believe the best ideas, products, and breakthroughs come from diverse perspectives and lived experiences. We are committed to building an inclusive environment where people feel respected, supported, and empowered to do their best work. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, experiences, and ways of thinking, including those who may not meet every qualification listed in the job description. If you’re excited about the role and believe you could make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. We are committed to creating a fair and accessible hiring process and building a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve.