Clinical Trials Data, Programming and IT lead

Location: Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford

Applications are invited for a Clinical Trials Data, Programming and IT lead to hold a leadership role in the Primary Care Clinical Trials Unit.

This role leads the strategic development of clinical trial data and technology, overseeing data governance, regulatory compliance, and the modernisation of digital systems. You will drive efficiency through standardised processes, strengthen collaboration with data science groups, and enhance data lifecycle management, including archiving and long‑term accessibility. The post holder will champion innovation particularly AI adoption while upgrading IT infrastructure, managing system validation and security, and reducing operational risk. You will lead high‑performing technical teams, support cost‑effective resource planning, and bring extensive experience in clinical data science, regulatory frameworks, database systems, and clinical trial operations.

The successful applicant will have experience of a managing a team of professionals within a complex, technical organisation to develop technical solutions and systems to deliver projects on time and within budget. You will have excellent teamwork and communication capabilities, possess sound judgement, organisational skills and attention to detail with the ability to prioritise work under pressure and drive improvement and change particularly in clinical trials data and technology.

You will be based in the Gibson Building, Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, Radcliffe Primary Care Building, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG as your normal place of work but there may be the opportunity to agree a pattern of remote working with your line manager.

The position is fixed term for three years in the first instance. It is offered full-time, although part-time up to 0.6FTE will be considered.

For further information or discuss the post please contact Head of Operations, Dr Emily Bongard (emily.bongard@phc.ox.ac.uk).

Committed to equality and valuing diversity

Applications for this vacancy are to be made online and you will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your online application. The Supporting Statement should include a cover letter and should also clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description. Click here for information and advice on writing an effective Supporting Statement.Please do not attach any manuscripts, papers, transcripts, mark sheets or certificates as these will not be considered as part of your application.

The closing date for applications is12:00 noon on Friday 31 July 2026.

Interviews are expected to be held during the week commencing 6 September 2026.

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