Clinical Research Associate - Australasian Kidney Trials Network
Join the University of Queensland as a Clinical Research Associate (CRA) for the Australasian Kidney Trials Network (AKTN). This full‑time, fixed‑term position (up to 12 months) is based at Princess Alexandra Hospital, adjacent to the Dutton Park Campus.
About This Opportunity
Your role will coordinate multi‑centre, international clinical trials, support grant applications, and assist in trial design and protocol development. You will be the key contact for sites, project leaders, and trial committees, driving trial progress through documentation, data review, and on‑site visits while ensuring compliance with Good Clinical Practice.
Key Responsibilities
* Contribute to the development of investigator‑initiated clinical research projects and study protocols.
* Identify and engage trial sites across Australia, New Zealand, and internationally, implementing strategies to enhance recruitment and maintain site staff involvement.
* Serve as the key contact for site investigators and trial committees, convening meetings, distributing materials, and driving follow‑up actions.
* Monitor sites for GCP compliance, conduct on‑site visits, review data, and implement quality control processes.
* Assist with ethics and regulatory submissions, contribute to grant applications, and represent AKTN at local, national, and international forums.
Qualifications
* A degree in a scientific, nursing or other health related discipline with at least four (4) years subsequent relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
* Demonstrated substantial practical experience in the coordination of clinical trials, including site coordination and quality control, reviewing and verifying data, and developing and executing project plans according to study timelines.
* Experience in conducting site feasibility evaluations, initiation visits, monitoring and close‑out visits, in compliance with ICH Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
* A comprehensive knowledge of ICH GCP, and the regulatory and ethical requirements associated with the conduct of clinical trials in Australia.
* Experience providing governance and secretariat support for Committee meetings and events.
* Willingness to travel interstate and internationally, with overnight stays (approx. twice per month, but only if safe to do so within current COVID restrictions).
* Proficiency with the use of the Microsoft Office suite of products, particularly MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Benefits
* Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave/paid primary care leave
* 17% superannuation contributions + 17.5% annual leave loading
* Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight
* Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
* Career development opportunities – access to exclusive internal‑only vacancies and our Study for Staff program
* Salary packaging options
Additional Information
Applications close Wednesday 3rd December 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-56719). Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at The University of Queensland by 2x.
Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level | Employment Type: Full‑time | Job Function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology | Industries: Higher Education
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The University of Queensland is an equal‑opportunity employer and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds.
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