Katie Niamh Ireland
Stretton,Burton on Trent
Summary
A highly-organised and detail-oriented professional with a proven track record in project management of large-scale clinical trials and multi-million-pound budgets. Passionate about contributing to healthcare innovation and improving efficiency. Skilled in problem-solving, stakeholder management and effective communication, with a proven ability to manage teams, and excellent leadership qualities. Driven and committed to utilising a breadth of skills, knowledge and experience to contribute to Boots UK’s healthcare development initiatives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Clinical Trial Manager
Derby Clinical Trial Support Unit
09.2023 - 03.2025
- Day-to-day project management of RaCeR 2 - a national clinical trial involving 30 NHS sites across the UK; Oversight of £1.7 million study budget; Adherence to local and national policies and regulations including local SOPs and HRA guidance
- Line management; Effective communication and complex relationship management between various stakeholders including clinical trials unit colleagues, members of national funding body (NIHR), site staff (research nurses, surgeons, administrators, research managers), chief investigator and patients; ability to manage multiple competing priorities and capable of prioritising an intense and changeable workload
- Analysis and tracking of complex clinical data using Dacima and Microsoft Excel and interpretation of monthly power-BI reports ensuring study is running to time and target; ability to respond quickly to change and amend documentation or readjust costs where appropriate
- Monitoring quality assurance of study documentation, data and study conduct through site monitoring visits to recognise inconsistencies, ensure compliance with the protocol and adherence to safety regulations, requiring a strong attention to detail
- Conducting site initiation visits and presenting study-specific training in-person and remotely
- Oversight of social media and study website; design and content of study newsletter to enhance site engagement
Study Coordinator
Derby Clinical Trial Support Unit
05.2022 - 09.2023
- Management of electronic and postal Patient Reported Outcomes (PROs) requiring excellent organisation skills; Data entry; query management
- Development of site engagement and participant retention strategies to maximise recruitment and data completeness
- Involved in design of patient-facing documentation including posters, information leaflets and questionnaires allowing me to demonstrate my creativity and awareness of tailoring information to the consumer
- Preparation and submission of amendments; managing site approvals; invoicing
Paediatric Research Practitioner
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Recruiting patients from paediatric ICU to national clinical trials requiring sensitive and concise verbal communication to children and adults
- Follow-up and tracking of patients on various clinical trials requiring meticulous organisation, ability to work across multiple projects and prioritisation of workload
- Management of documentation and investigator site file management requiring great diligence and organisation skills
Radiographic Assistant
University Hospitals Derby & Burton NHS FT
10.2020 - 09.2021
- Assisting imaging clinicians with patient flow by ensuring patients were ready for their scans, well informed of their procedures and made to feel comfortable
Front of House Supervisor and Waitress
The Dial Bar & Restaurant
04.2015 - 10.2020
- Overseeing and assisting with training of new employees
- Front of house management and excellent customer service in a fast-paced modern restaurant
- Operating a computerised booking and ordering system; managing complex booking requests and handling complaints
Global Brands Commercial Intern
Boots UK
06.2019 - 09.2019
- Joined the Republic of Ireland Commercial Accounts team as a summer intern where I undertook various projects to improve profitability and training
- Undertook a category review across all healthcare in ROI to identify gaps and opportunities for growth in sub-categories; identified an $8.8 million opportunity and provided suggestions to unlock this revenue; data analysis of categories using SAP BW
- Creation of an information deck training resource to help other colleagues understand the difference between ROI and UK markets to be used during stakeholder meetings and allow for opportunities to be maximised
- Presentation of findings and recommendations to senior management demonstrating my ability to remain calm under pressure
Education
BSc - Biomedical Science
The University of Sheffield
Sheffield 09.2017 - 06.2020
A-Level -
The de Ferrers Academy
Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire 09.2015 - 05.2017
GCSE - 15 GCSEs at A/A including English, Maths, Business Studies, IT and Triple Science
The de Ferrers Academy
Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire 09.2013 - 06.2015
Skills
- Project & Stakeholder Management
- Budget Oversight & Financial Planning
- Data Analysis & Report Writing
- Leadership & Team Coordination
- Regulatory Compliance, Monitoring & Quality Assurance
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Word & Planner
Accomplishments
Outside of work, I enjoy walking my cavapoo Ginny, Latin and ballroom dancing, and exploring new culinary experiences. I value maintaining a healthy work-life balance while striving for professional excellence and personal growth.
Key Personal Achievements Include:
- Musical Theatre - Grade 8 Distinction
- Duke of Edinburgh's Award - Gold
- Full UK Driving License
- Sheffield Latin and Ballroom Society - Secretary 2019-2020
- 10,000 ft Skydive to raise money for The Mental Health Foundation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Clinical Trial Manager
Derby Clinical Trial Support Unit
09.2023 - 03.2025
Study Coordinator
Derby Clinical Trial Support Unit
05.2022 - 09.2023
Paediatric Research Practitioner
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust
09.2021 - 05.2022
Radiographic Assistant
University Hospitals Derby & Burton NHS FT
10.2020 - 09.2021
Global Brands Commercial Intern
Boots UK
06.2019 - 09.2019
BSc - Biomedical Science
The University of Sheffield
09.2017 - 06.2020
A-Level -
The de Ferrers Academy
09.2015 - 05.2017
Front of House Supervisor and Waitress
The Dial Bar & Restaurant
04.2015 - 10.2020
GCSE - 15 GCSEs at A/A including English, Maths, Business Studies, IT and Triple Science
The de Ferrers Academy
09.2013 - 06.2015
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