Principal Investigator / Medical Lead Clinical

Principal Investigator / Medical Lead Clinical- Castle Donington, Oxford and Wellingborough

The Role:

We are seeking an experienced and organised Principal Investigator/Medical Lead to join our team at VCTC. Our clinical sites are based in Castle Donington, Oxford, and Wellingborough.

This leadership role oversees the medical aspects of our clinical trials, managing sub-investigators and ensuring compliance with protocols and regulations. Responsibilities include expert medical care, trial management, and direct patient care as needed. The ideal candidate is GMC registered with prior experience as a Principal Investigator, strong clinical research expertise, and a blend of medical, research, and administrative skills.

This full-time or part-time position requires travel between sites, with mileage expenses covered. Ideally, candidates are based in the Midlands, though we will consider applicants from other areas who are willing to travel.

We offer a supportive, collaborative environment with opportunities for professional development and career growth, committed to excellence in patient care.

Salary band £70-120K per annum (pro-rata for part time candidates) depending on experience, plus benefits including private medical insurance, 5% employer matched pension contribution.

Responsibilities:

• Implement policies and procedures that enhance participant care and ensure safety.
• Lead, manage and develop the medical team to work alongside the multidisciplinary clinical trials team including research nurses and research assistants.
• Conduct performance reviews, identify training needs and facilitate professional development of medical staff.
• Ensure adequate staffing levels to meet participant needs and operational demands.
• Participate in research meetings, training sessions, and continuing education to stay current with clinical research standards and practices.
• Medical responsibility and PI oversight of the day-to-day operations of clinical trials, including patient recruitment, enrolment, study visits and follow-up.
• Reviewing all information gathered at screening and confirming patient’s eligibility to take part in a study.
• To liaise with sub-investigators and members of the study teams about any medical and /or safety issues arising from a study.
• Ensure compliance with study protocols, regulatory requirements, ethical standards and best practice.
• Coordinate with the research team, sponsors, clinical research associates and external partners to facilitate trial activities.
• Manage trial documentation, data collection and reporting, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality in line with ICH-GCP.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to review and improve patient care processes and outcomes.
• Conduct medical assessments, administer treatments, and monitor patient responses as part of trial protocols.
• Ensure patient safety and well-being throughout the trial process.

Qualifications:

• GMC registered with license to practice in the UK.
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical trials experience as a clinical research physician/PI, with prior experience in team management preferred.
• Advanced Life Support certification preferred.
• Membership of a medical defence union to include work in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong understanding of clinical research protocols, GCP (Good Clinical Practice), and regulatory compliance.
• Strong leadership, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with staff, patients and external partners.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficient in electronic data capture systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

About us

VCTC is a UK based patient centric clinical trial site that eliminates the burden of participation and facilitates the rapid recruitment of patients. Our pioneering processes take clinical trials to our patients, providing access to all, generating diversity and quality data through a compassionate, expedited virtual clinical trial process.

At our core we enhance the clinical trial experience for participants and sponsors leading to expedited timelines, reduced cost and ultimately bringing products to market quicker.

This is, and always will be, a core part of VCTC.

VCTC is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The Benefits

• Pension
• 35-hour working week (full time), though applications for a part time role will be considered
• Private medical insurance
• Company bonus scheme.