Clinical Project Manager

 
A fantastic opportunity has become available for a Clinical Project Manager to join Caristo Diagnostics rapidly growing team. Based in Oxford, you will work in our global data operations team with colleagues in both U.S. and UK. 

About Caristo Diagnostics
With the first and only FDA approved (July 29, 2026) coronary artery inflammation diagnostic medical device, CaRi-Heart®, Caristo Diagnostics is a global leader in AI technologies for cardiovascular disease, founded as a spin-out from the University of Oxford in 2018. Caristo also has an FDA approved (2025) coronary artery plaque diagnostic medical device. Its award-winning inflammation technology helps detect hidden heart disease and identify people at risk of a heart attack before symptoms appear allowing for proactive disease management. Working with leading hospitals, research institutions, and pharmaceutical partners, Caristo aims to save lives through early detection and personalized prevention. The company was named a 2026 Technology Pioneer by the World Economic Forum in June 2026. Learn more at www.caristo.com or follow Caristo on LinkedIn, YouTube, and X.

About the CaRi-Heart® Technology
Named first of “7 Technologies That Could Change Heart Healthcare Forevermore” by the Robb Report, the CaRi-Heart® technology is Caristo’s flagship offering which uncovers hidden coronary inflammation, a key driver of cardiovascular disease, on routine Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography (CCTA).  
The technology is regulatory approved for clinical use in US, UK, Europe, and Australia and is in use with a growing number of hospitals and clinics. Multiple patents underpinning CaRi-Heart technologies have been granted in major jurisdictions around the world. In addition, exceptional validation results showing CaRi-Heart’s ability to aid the prediction of heart attacks have been published in leading medical journals including the Lancet, JACC, European Heart Journal, and Cardiovascular Research. 

About The Role 
Overview:

Caristo is looking for a Clinical Project Manager to join their expanding Operations team. You will be responsible for the management of a range of external-facing projects, including clinical trials sponsored by pharmaceutical companies. 

The ideal candidate will:
•    be motivated at the thought of working in an innovative healthcare start-up with a strong collaborative research and operations culture, helping to build a global business that will have material impact on the health and wellbeing of potentially millions of people.
•    share the company values of pushing the boundaries, taking ownership, caring for each other and acting with candour and professionalism.

Job Title     Clinical Project Manager
Department     Operations - Reporting to Senior Clinical Project Manager
Location    Oxford, UK

Responsibilities    

Key Responsibilities include:
Management and administration of all aspects of clinical and pharma projects within Caristo’s Imaging Core Lab, including: 
•    Strategies and direction to ensure project deliverables are completed within agreed cost, quality, timescale and                scope boundaries.
•    Being the point of contact for communication with internal and external stakeholders. 
•    Delivery of site training (remote).
•    Provide support to sites on medical imaging or data transfer related issues. 
•    Develop or maintain trial/project-related SOP’s, protocols and other project-related documentation.
•    Development and maintenance of project plans using standard project management tools. 
•    Development and maintenance of appropriate risk and issue registers for projects. 
•    Use of metrics to assess the success of projects and make necessary changes. 
•    Assist with responses on customers’ assessment and qualification processes. 

Skills & Experience Required:

Essential
•    Bachelor or Masters’ degree in a relevant scientific discipline.
•    2+ years’ experience of clinical project management within an industry (pharma/CRO) or academic setting.
Desirable
•    Proven success managing pharmaceutical projects and contracts within a Core Lab setting.
•    Experience of developing protocols and other documentation for research projects.
•    Experience managing medical imaging related projects.
•    Previous responsibility for Innovate UK, NIHR or Horizon 2020 grant management.
•    Experience working in a regulated medical devices environment.
•    Prior healthcare experience.
Essential Soft Skills
•    Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
•    Strong attention to detail. 
•    Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills. 
•    Strong written and verbal communication skills. 
•    Collaborative, adaptable, and customer-focused.
Benefits:    

•    Competitive salary
•    25 holidays per year plus bank holidays
•    Enhanced pension contribution 
•    Private medical insurance
•    Life insurance
•    Cycle-to-work scheme
•    Additional benefits for long-service

Why join Caristo:    

•    Be part of a company at the cutting edge of medical technology, with the potential to save lives and revolutionise            healthcare
•    Join a dynamic and growing team, with opportunities for personal and professional growth
•    Contribute to the development of groundbreaking products in a company poised for significant expansion
•    Enjoy a supportive and collaborative work environment, with a strong emphasis on innovation, quality, and impact

Caristo Diagnostics is committed to diversity and inclusion, and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including those making a step up in their career. If you are passionate about making a difference in the world of medical imaging and meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you.

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