Overview
12-month part-time fixed-term opportunity (0.4 FTE) for a dedicated and knowledgeable Clinical Trial Research Support Officer
Support the clinical trial requirements and regulatory obligations of the WARC (Westmead Applied Research Centre).
Base Salary $112,628 (PRO RATA) + 17% superannuation
About the opportunity
The WARC (Westmead Applied Research Centre) is looking for a proactive Clinical Trial Research Officer to help drive the success of our clinical trials. In this role, you will support trial operations from start-up to closeout, including ethics and regulatory submissions, site coordination, data management, and monitoring. You will collaborate with investigators, research teams, and stakeholders to ensure trials run smoothly, meet milestones, and maintain the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Responsibilities
* design and adapt clinical trial procedures, systems, and documentation from start-up to closeout
* plan trial timelines, resources, and logistics, including drug/device supply coordination
* monitor trial progress, site performance, recruitment, compliance, and data quality
* liaise with investigators, site staff, committees, and stakeholders to ensure protocol adherence
* organise investigator meetings, trial presentations, and reporting
* manage financial aspects such as site payments and budget tracking
* ensure ethical and regulatory compliance, including submissions, amendments, and approvals
* oversee data systems development, data collection, cleaning, and reporting
* maintain confidentiality and integrity of trial data and patient information
* conduct on-site and central monitoring, audits, and follow-up actions
* mentor junior staff and contribute to team leadership and performance management
* support continuous improvement, change management, and strategic initiatives
* promote a safe, ethical, and inclusive work environment
About you
* strong attention to detail
* demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team to achieve shared goals
* proven capacity to work independently and manage competing priorities
* excellent organisational, planning, and time management skills
* strong problem-solving abilities
* excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
* high-level computing skills, including database use, website content management, spreadsheets, and word processing
* strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration within teams and with stakeholders
* sound knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines, ethical and regulatory requirements, and confidentiality/privacy laws in medical research
* commitment to teamwork and collaboration
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Sponsorship / Work Rights
You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Pre-employment checks and declarations
Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University. Also, to meet the University's obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to have engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
EEO statement
At the University of Sydney, our values include trust, accountability and excellence. We strive to be a diverse and inclusive community and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer.
How to apply
Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For employees of the University or contingent workers, login to Workday and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. For a confidential discussion about the role or if you require reasonable adjustment or documents in alternate formats, please contact Danielle Selinger, Recruitment Consultant, by email at danielle.selinger@sydney.edu.au.
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