Project Manager (Postdoctoral Researcher or Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist)

Job Title: Project Manager (Postdoctoral Researcher or Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist)Department: School of PhysiotherapyReporting to: Prof Helen French, Associate ProfessorLocation: 123 St Stephen’s Green, Dublin 2Contract/Duration: Specified Purpose Contract for 6 months at 50% Full Time EquivalentRemuneration: Up to Point 1 on the IUA experienced postdoctoral researcher salary (Level 2) scale (depending on skills and experience)Proposed Start Date: June 2025Closing Date: Thursday 22nd May 2025

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Summary of PostThis project is a Health Research Board (HRB) funded Knowledge Translation Award, which was awarded to Prof Helen French, Associate Professor in Physiotherapy (https://www.rcsi.com/people/profile/hfrench), who is the Principal Investigator on this project and is supported by a multidisciplinary research team.This award is linked with a feasibility randomised controlled trial (LEAP-Ireland) https://leapireland.eu/, which evaluated education and exercise for people with gluteal tendinopathy. This Knowledge Translation Award aims to create an online educational resource with the help of a public and patient involvement (PPI) panel, made up of people with gluteal tendinopathy. The panel, along with clinical and research experts, will help decide the format (e.g., video, booklet, or web resource) and content of this resource, which will be developed and disseminated over the course of the project duration. The project manager will work with the Principal Investigator (PI), research team and PPI panel to develop the content and format of this resource, and design and implement dissemination.

Specifically, the duties of the post are:Work with the Principal Investigator (PI), research team and PPI panel to ensure the project deliverables are metDevelop Standard Operating ProceduresAdministrative tasks such as setting up team meetings, setting agenda and taking minutes; preparing trial briefing reports on a regular basis.Assist in the dissemination of completed education resource to scientific, professional and lay audiencesEngage in performance development and participate in training and development programmes.Report directly to the PI
Qualifications – (Essential):PhD in musculoskeletal related field or a musculoskeletal CORU-registered chartered physiotherapist
Knowledge & Experience – (Essential):Knowledge of musculoskeletal conditions, such as gluteal tendinopathySome experience of communicating science and health content for general audiencesStrong project planning, organisational and administrative skills with the ability to prioritise objectives and produce resultsExcellent editorial and writing skills, with a keen eye for detailAbility to work to deadlinesAbility to work well independently and collaboratively as part of a teamExcellent written, oral, and presentation skills

We are all too aware that imposter syndrome and the confidence gap can sometimes stop fantastic candidates putting themselves forward, so please do submit an application — we’d love to hear from you.

Application ProcessPlease apply online through the RCSI careers portal on the closing date with your CV and cover letter.
Informal Enquiries can be directed to Prof Helen French at hfrench@rcsi.ie. Please note we do not accept CVs directly.
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