Medical Director, Laboratory

Overview
Medical Director, Laboratory - Dublin, Ireland.
ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that drives innovation and excellence in clinical development.
Job Profile Summary
ICON Clinical Laboratories is seeking a Dublin-based Medical Director to join our Medical Affairs team in supporting clinical trial testing globally.
The role provides clinical and operational leadership to ensure that clinical, regulatory, quality, and patient and staff safety standards are met, and supports 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 ICON's High Complexity Clinical Laboratory in Dublin, 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.
Key Responsibilities
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.
Regulatory Compliance & Accreditation
Ensure compliance with all required regulations, including but not limited to CAP, maintaining laboratory accreditations and preparing for inspections and audits.
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.
Develop and implement protocols for addressing adverse events or near-miss incidents in the laboratory.
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.
Experience & Qualifications
Education:
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.
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
ICON offers a competitive salary with additional benefits designed to support well-being and work-life balance.
Benefits examples include:
Various annual leave entitlements
Health insurance offerings for you and your family
Competitive retirement planning offerings
Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24-hour access to a global network of professionals
Life assurance
Flexible country-specific optional benefits
Visit ICON's careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.
ICON is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer, committed to 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 you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process or to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know.
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