7 Medical Director jobs in Ireland

Medical Director, Ireland ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We're proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development. Medical Director, ICL Job Profile Summary ICON Clinical Laboratories is seeking a US - or EU-based Medical Director to join our Medical Affairs team supporting clinical trial testing globally. The individual filling this position may act as a license holder for more than one ICL laboratory and must be qualified by training and experience to fulfill the duties and responsibilities for a Director of a High Complexity Laboratory as defined by the College of American Pathologists. Our laboratories hold both CAP and ISO15189 certifications as appropriate. Responsibilities include providing clinical and operational leadership to ensure that clinical, regulatory, quality, and patient and staff safety standards are met, as well as addressing specific requests for individual trial sponsors. Individuals with a specialty and licensure in Clinical Chemistry or Biochemistry are especially desirable The role: As the Medical Director of a High Complexity Clinical Laboratory, you are responsible for the overall oversight, management, and direction of medical and scientific aspects of the laboratory operations. This role ensures compliance with all regulatory and accreditation requirements, guides clinical decision-making, and ensures that the laboratory's testing services meet the highest standards of quality and patient care. Of note, many of the operational roles listed below can be delegated. Those that cannot be delegated, such as the Annual Safety Inspection and the review of Proficiency, must be performed by the Medical Director. Key Responsibilities include Medical Oversight & Leadership: Provide clinical oversight and medical guidance for laboratory testing, ensuring all results and diagnoses are accurate and medically appropriate. Oversee the laboratory's clinical activities to ensure patient safety and proper diagnostic procedures. Interpret test results, provide clinical consultation, and collaborate with other healthcare providers on test selections, result interpretations, and treatment plans. Stay informed about new medical advancements, technologies, and testing methodologies relevant to high-complexity clinical laboratories. Regulatory Compliance & Accreditation: Ensure compliance with all relevant federal, state, and local regulations, including but not limited to CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments), CAP (College of American Pathologists), and Joint Commission standards. Maintain laboratory accreditation by ensuring adherence to appropriate guidelines and policies. Prepare for and lead regulatory inspections and audits. Establish and enforce policies for quality control, quality assurance, and proficiency testing. Staff Development & Training: Oversee the recruitment, training, and performance evaluation of laboratory personnel. Provide medical and scientific training to laboratory staff and ensure they are up to date with current best practices. Foster a culture of continuous learning, professional development, and high-quality patient care among laboratory personnel. Quality Assurance & Improvement: Lead the implementation and oversight of quality assurance programs and initiatives such as the ICL Global QC Harmonization scheme and the monthly monitoring of KPI's at each lab. Monitor laboratory performance and implement improvements based on data-driven insights. Lead root cause analysis and corrective action plans in response to any non-conformance, errors, or patient safety incidents. Lead risk management efforts, including identifying and mitigating risks related to laboratory testing, patient safety, and data integrity. Develop and implement protocols for addressing adverse events or near-miss incidents in the laboratory. Clinical Consultation & Collaboration: Consistent with training and professional experience, provides scientific, technical and/or medical expertise to other departments within ICON laboratories including the specialty laboratory, project management, and business development departments. This expertise will include the interpretation, correlation and communication of the medical significance of laboratory data. Provide professional, scientific, consultative or advisory, organizational, administrative and educational matters relevant to the services offered. Operational Leadership: Work with laboratory leadership to develop strategies and goals for the laboratory's operation and growth. Assist in resource allocation, budgeting, and financial planning for the laboratory, ensuring efficient use of resources while maintaining high-quality services. Evaluate and recommend new technologies and laboratory equipment to improve testing services. - Recognize, exemplify and adhere to ICON's values which center on our commitment to People, Clients and Performance. - Travel up to 15% of the time. - Able to discharge the responsibilities described in Part 19.3 (1), (1) through (11) of 10 NYCRR (State of NY code of Rules and Regulations) and the College of American Pathologists' requirements (as stated in the "Laboratory Director Assessment" Inspection Checklist). Experience & Qualifications: Education: MD or DO degree with a valid and unrestricted U.S. medical license. Board-certified in Pathology, Clinical Pathology, or another relevant specialty (e.g., Medical Microbiology, Clinical Chemistry). Additional qualifications or certifications in laboratory medicine are preferred (e.g., Clinical Laboratory Director certification) Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in a high-complexity clinical laboratory, with at least 2 years in a medical director role. Proven track record of compliance with regulatory standards and accreditation processes (e.g., ISO15189, CLIA, CAP). Experience in leading quality assurance, quality control, and patient safety programs. This job description outlines the primary responsibilities and qualifications for the Medical Director of a High Complexity Clinical Laboratory. Duties may evolve over time, and additional responsibilities may be added as needed. Benefits of Working in ICON: Our success depends on the quality of our people. That's why we've made it a priority to build a culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent. We offer very competitive salary packages. And to keep them competitive, we regularly benchmark them against our competitors. Our annual bonuses reflect delivery of performance goals - both ours and yours. We also provide a range of health-related benefits to employees and their families and offer competitive retirement plans - and related benefits such as life assurance - so you can save and plan with confidence for the years ahead. But beyond the competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, you'll benefit from an environment where you are encouraged to fulfil your sense of purpose and drive lasting change. ICON, including subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know through the form below. #LI-SK1 What ICON can offer you: Our success depends on the quality of our people. That's why we've made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent. In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family. Our benefits examples include: Various annual leave entitlements A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family's needs. Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead. Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialized professionals who are there to support you and your family's well-being. Life assurance Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others. Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers. At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We're dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know or submit a request here Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless - there's every chance you're exactly what we're looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles. Are you a current ICON Employee? Please click here to apply To be considered for this role you will be redirected to our careers page & prompted to create a jobseeker account here. To start the process, click the Continue to Application or Login/Register button below.

We are working in partnership with a Global Medical Device Company to hire an Associate Director for their Engineering department. The successful person will oversee Verification & Validation (V&V) activities in support of new product development (NPI) and lifecycle management of medical devices. This opportunity is highly suitable for a seasoned R&D leader within the medical device industry. It is a permanent position based in South Dublin. Key Responsibilities: Lead and mentor a small team of V&V engineers, driving all verification and validation activities. Develop and optimize physical test methods, fixtures, and systems to support product development and changes. Author technical reports, work instructions, and validation documentation. Execute and oversee test method validation (TMV), design verification, and transfer activities. Write and manage verification protocols to ensure compliance with regulatory and quality system requirements. Perform functional and performance testing of medical devices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and partners to achieve V&V deliverables. Analyze and interpret test data, identifying out-of-spec results and supporting investigations. Ensure test equipment and methods are validated in line with business and regulatory standards. Support standards and requirements management to ensure compliance with the latest regulations. Qualifying Criteria: Bachelors degree in Mechanical, Biomedical, Systems Engineering, or related field. 10+ years of experience in medical devices, pharmaceuticals, or life sciences. Proven experience leading technical teams. Strong background in developing and qualifying test systems and methods (IQ, OQ, MSA, etc.). Hands-on experience with design verification/validation for mechanical or electromechanical medical devices. Proficiency in statistical data analysis tools (e.g., Gage R&R, Hypothesis Testing, Tolerance Analysis, Minitab, SAS). In-depth knowledge of regulatory standards (FDA 21 CFR Part 820, EU MDR). Extensive understanding of risk-based validation approaches. Willing and eligible to travel overseas when required. Skills & Attributes: Strong leadership and team development abilities. Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Highly collaborative, with advanced technical and managerial judgment. Self-driven, detail-oriented, and results-focused. For a confidential discussion about this opportunity please contact Ranait Coughlan Skills: NPI Lead Engineer design verification/validation Medical Device Associate Director AD

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start **Caring. Connecting. Growing together.**
In healthcare, evolution doesn't just happen. It takes innovation, imagination, and a passion for solving problems in new and better ways. And innovation is taking place at a lightning-fast pace every day at Optum. As the fastest growing part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, we're expanding our team in Ireland and creating excellent opportunities for those who want greater purpose and more impact in their work. We'll provide the investment, support, and resources to advance your career. You'll provide the talent, ambition, and drive.
At UnitedHealth Group and Optum, we want to make healthcare work better for everyone. This depends on hiring the best and brightest. With a thriving ecosystem of investment and innovation, our business in Ireland is constantly growing to support the healthcare needs of the future.
Our teams are at the forefront of building and adapting the latest technologies to propel healthcare forward in a way that better serves everyone. With our hands at work across all aspects of health, we use the most advanced development tools, AI, data science and innovative approaches to make the healthcare system work better for everyone.
As the **Associate Director of Healthcare Economics,** you will help drive efficiency and optimise processes using advanced analytics and new technologies, enhancing our capabilities to improve accuracy and completeness. The successful candidate will have a passion for innovation and a desire to make a significant impact on the healthcare industry.
**Schedule** : Full-time position with standard working hours of _Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm._
_Careers with Optum offer flexible work arrangements and individuals who live and work in the Republic of Ireland will have the opportunity to split their monthly work hours between our Dublin or Letterkenny office and telecommuting from a home-based office in a hybrid work model._
**Primary Responsibilities:**
+ Develop and maintain models and reporting to provide actionable insights that support decision-making processes at the executive level
+ Act as a main point of contact for key matters related to assigned customers. This involves communicating actionable strategies, deliverables and timelines to key customers and business stakeholders. Responsible for building and maintaining relationships with key customers
+ Contribute to ongoing innovation of analytical capabilities, including refining financial models, conducting pilots, gather customer feedback to inform future analytic development life cycle
+ Ensure the quality and integrity of all analytical capabilities by monitoring key metrics and trends. This includes periodic reviews of existing analytics and processes to identify opportunities for improvement and ensure they meet the changing needs of the business
+ Lead adhoc analysis and projects as needed
+ Collect and understand business requirements for dataset creation for research projects
+ Analyze large operational and/or financial data sets
+ Integrate data from large databases
+ Develop and/or maintain dashboards and reports
+ Other duties as assigned
_You will be rewarded and recognised for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role, as well as providing development for other roles you may be interested in._
**Required Qualifications:**
+ Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in Finance, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Business Administration, or a related field
+ Proven extensive experience in financial analysis, data analytics, or a related field, including significant experience in leadership positions managing healthcare data or analytics teams
+ Intermediate (or higher) level of proficiency in major statistical and data analysis tools such as SQL
+ Familiarity with applicable regulations and standards in risk management relevant to the industry (e.g., financial services, healthcare)
+ Experience managing complex business/operations and financial analyses, both at the business and individual client level
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Advanced understanding of global risk regulations, especially if the company operates internationally or in highly regulated sectors
+ Advanced proficiency in data visualization tools and knowledge of big data technologies
+ Evidence of having successfully influenced analytics strategic policies and practices at an organizational level
+ Ability to manage a complex system of daily, weekly, monthly, and annual reporting deliverables effectively and accurately as required by internal stakeholder and external business customers
**Soft Skills:**
+ Verbal and written communication skills, capable of effectively communicating risk management strategies and findings to various stakeholders
+ Analytical, problem-solving mindset and data analysis skills
**Please note you must currently be eligible to work and remain indefinitely without any restrictions in the country to which you are making an application. Proof will be required to support your application.**
_All telecommuters will be required to adhere to the UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy._
_At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalised groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission._
_Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: Optum is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, disability, religion, age, race, and membership of the Traveller community, or any other characteristic protected by law. Optum is a drug-free workplace. © 2025 Optum Services (Ireland) Limited. All rights reserved._
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**Join IQVIA on our mission to drive healthcare forward!**
**We are recruiting for a** **Clinical FSP Associate Director Quality - Client Dedicated** **; open to candidates across EMEA and offering remote working.**
**The** **Clinical FSP Associate Director Quality - Client Dedicated,** **will contribute to the regional development and implementation of specific quality improvement initiatives as agreed with the relevant Head(s) of assigned business lines and provide advice / support to key stakeholders with regards to quality control, risk assessment, risk management, and** **corrective/preventive** **actions.**
**Why IQVIA?**
**Professional Development - resources that promote your career growth**
**Work-life Balance - leaders that support flexible work schedules**
**Growth Potential - clear pathways to success**
**Collaboration - teams that work together to achieve common goals**
**Variety - dynamic work environments that expose you to new experiences**
**Best-in-class Training - programs to help you build knowledge and gain skills**
**Awards**
**FORTUNE Magazine's World's Most Admired Companies list for the third year in a row - Ranked #1 in Its Category for the Second Consecutive Year**
**Responsibilities**
**Contributes to the development and supports implementation of the Quality Management Plan within the scope of the assignment this will include: Planning and executing the Quality Management activities. Risk identification and assessment through data review and quality control processes. Providing support in risk mitigation, in planning** **corrective/preventive** **actions, and guidance for improvement. Supporting the assigned business line management and staff to enhance effectiveness in project delivery.;**
**Cooperate closely with the relevant business lines and other stakeholders, support maintaining focus on quality in project delivery.**
**Provides advice and support to teams within the assigned business line on all aspects of** **Good Clinical Practice** **(GCP) compliance.**
**Works in close cooperation with teams to manage non-compliance, quality issues**
**Assist in planning** **corrective/preventive** **actions, as applicable according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).**
**Informs the assigned business line and Quality Assurance of quality issues according to SOPs.**
**Works closely with Quality Assurance and assigned business staff in case of suspected misconduct, as required by the applicable SOPs.**
**May provide assistance during audits and regulatory inspections to the teams to the extent agreed with the line manager, as required by the applicable SOPs.**
**Acts as the primary contact for Quality Assurance on quality matters - on the level of the assignment, attend** **meetings/teleconferences.**
**Prepares periodic reports to business lines on quality related matters, risk assessments and specific quality improvement initiatives.**
**Manages staff in accordance with organization's policies and applicable regulations. Responsibilities include planning, assigning, and directing work, appraising performance and guiding professional development, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing employee relations issues and resolving problems. Approve actions on human resources matters.;**
**Upon agreement with the Head of relevant business line: Performs any other reasonable tasks as required by the role.**
**Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**
**Bachelor's degree in life sciences or equivalent with a minimum of 5-7 years' prior relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.**
**Requires deep knowledge of one or more related job areas typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience.**
**Sound working knowledge of relevant terminology, International Conference on Harmonization (ICH), Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), applicable regulatory requirements, quality management processes.**
**Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.**
**Excellent judgement and decision-making skills.**
**Demonstrated leadership and line management skills.**
**Excellent influencing and negotiation skills.**
**Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office applications.**
**Excellent problem-solving skills.**
**Demonstrated ability to work in a matrix environment.**
**Ability to lead and motivate a clinical team also required.**
**Ability to travel within the region/country.**
**Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, managers and clients.**
**Fluent in English**
IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create connections that accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments. Everything we do is part of a journey to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide.
To get there, we seek out diverse talent with curious minds and a relentless commitment to innovation and impact. No matter your role, everyone at IQVIA contributes to our shared goal of helping customers improve the lives of patients everywhere. Thank you for your interest in growing your career with us.
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Job Description Summary BD Biosciences is a world leader in providing innovative flow cytometry diagnostic and research tools to laboratory professionals, clinicians, and clinical/life science researchers. The Director will serve as a key technical leader for new, flow cytometry based, clinical assay projects, making informed recommendations on all development aspects-from concept through to commercialization-with a sharp focus on scientific rigor and regulatory compliance. This new role is ideal for someone who thrives in environments that require both deep technical insight and robust leadership/influencing skills. If you're passionate about pushing the boundaries of clinical diagnostics and want to make an impact on the global stage-while mentoring a team and shaping the future of medical technology-this position offers a rich canvas for growth and innovation. The role requires advanced, hands-on experience in flow cytometry applications and clinical diagnostic R&D. As a subject matter expert in these areas, this individual is expected not only to understand R&D requirements but also to possess an in-depth knowledge of product characterization, verification and validation activities, as well as the regulatory landscapes that guide these activities. By working successfully across functions-including Program Management, Marketing, Regulatory, Quality, and Medical Affairs-this leader will ensure both the scientific and logistical aspects of projects are seamlessly aligned. This collaborative approach is critical for creating detailed critical path maps and integrated program dependency plans that keep projects on schedule and on budget. Additionally, by leveraging continuous improvement skills, this individual will identify opportunities to streamline current development processes that comply with regulatory guidelines, with the goal of accelerating launch timelines. Job Description We are the makers of possible BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health is our Purpose, and it's no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us-from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year-to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities. We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you'll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us. We are the makers of possible BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health is our Purpose, and it's no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us-from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year-to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities. We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you'll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us. BD Biosciences is a world leader in providing innovative flow cytometry diagnostic and research tools to laboratory professionals, clinicians, and clinical/life science researchers. The Director will serve as a key technical leader for new, flow cytometry based, clinical assay projects, making informed recommendations on all development aspects-from concept through to commercialization-with a sharp focus on scientific rigor and regulatory compliance. This new role is ideal for someone who thrives in environments that require both deep technical insight and robust leadership/influencing skills. If you're passionate about pushing the boundaries of clinical diagnostics and want to make an impact on the global stage-while mentoring a team and shaping the future of medical technology-this position offers a rich canvas for growth and innovation. The role requires advanced, hands-on experience in flow cytometry applications and clinical diagnostic R&D. As a subject matter expert in these areas, this individual is expected not only to understand R&D requirements but also to possess an in-depth knowledge of product characterization, verification and validation activities, as well as the regulatory landscapes that guide these activities. By working successfully across functions-including Program Management, Marketing, Regulatory, Quality, and Medical Affairs-this leader will ensure both the scientific and logistical aspects of projects are seamlessly aligned. This collaborative approach is critical for creating detailed critical path maps and integrated program dependency plans that keep projects on schedule and on budget. Additionally, by leveraging continuous improvement skills, this individual will identify opportunities to streamline current development processes that comply with regulatory guidelines, with the goal of accelerating launch timelines. Job Responsibilities: Advise on all matters related to clinical flow cytometry assay development. Assess technical feasibility of projects, identify risks, propose solutions. Ensure scientific rigor for all technical and design reviews. Ensure compliance with BDB's Phase Gated Product Development System Ensure R&D activities satisfy regulatory standards including documentation and reporting requirements. Effectively collaborate and communicate across all functions ensuring awareness and understanding of, and agreement to the execution strategy/plans. Grow the technical capabilities of the team by demonstrating best practices, facilitating training sessions and/or mentoring junior associates. Provide succinct program updates to the program manager or other business leads as required. Represent BDB externally at conferences and scientific meetings. Represent BDB externally with regulatory agencies, notified bodies, FDA, etc. Ensure customer perspectives are incorporated into all aspects of product development. Engage with related industrial and medical institutions to stay updated on emerging trends in the field. Identify promising new clinically relevant technologies and/or assays. Contribute to business strategy. Minimum Qualifications including Education and Experience: Advanced Degree (Masters or MD/PhD) in a relevant scientific field is required. Minimum of ten years' experience bringing clinical products to market. Extensive flow cytometry application and data analysis experience. Extensive clinical diagnostic R&D experience in an industry setting. Demonstrated analytical and technical problem solving skills. Demonstrated ability to effectively work in a team environment. Experience working across geographies in different countries and time zones. Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills required. Experience working with regulatory bodies. Understanding of regulations, standards and guidelines related to IVD, and/or medical devices and quality systems including 21 CFR, CE-IVD, ISO 13485, etc. Why Join Us? A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It's also a place where we help each other be great, we do what's right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day. You will learn and work alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are equally passionate and committed to fostering an inclusive, growth-centered, and rewarding culture. You will have the opportunity to help shape the trajectory of BD while leaving a legacy at the same time. And through the organization's investment in BD University, you will continually level up your tech skills and expertise. To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you'll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.