Coordinate groundbreaking cancer trials and make a difference in patient outcomes.
Join the Cancer Trials Unit at Princess Alexandra Hospital in Brisbane as a Senior Research Coordinator – Health Practitioner (Radiation Oncology) in a Temporary Full-Time 12-month position with the possibility of extension, supporting the delivery of innovative radiation oncology clinical trials for adult and AYA patients.
About This Role
Your new role:
As the Senior Research Coordinator – Health Practitioner (Radiation Oncology), you will coordinate clinical trials, supporting patient participation and ensuring research is delivered safely and in line with regulatory standards.
In This Role You Will
* Manage clinical trial activities in accordance with research protocols, policies and ethical standards
* Coordinate patient recruitment, consent and care throughout the research process
* Monitor trial progress, safety endpoints and research outcomes
* Maintain accurate research documentation, regulatory files and case report forms
* Provide advice and support to investigators and multidisciplinary teams regarding research processes
* Collaborate with healthcare professionals and stakeholders to support successful trial delivery
* Provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced research coordinators
About You
You are an experienced health practitioner with strong clinical research knowledge and the ability to coordinate complex research activities while maintaining a patient-focused approach.
You Will Bring
* Strong clinical judgement, problem-solving skills and the ability to work autonomously
* Knowledge of research protocols, ethical standards and regulatory requirements
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
* Highly desirable experience in Haematology, Radiation Oncology or Medical Oncology clinical trials
* A relevant health qualification with current registration or membership with the appropriate professional body
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What We Can Offer You
* A collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment
* Opportunities for professional growth, research involvement and leadership development
* Flexible work practices supporting work–life balance
* You'll have all the benefits of working for Queensland's world-class public health system including generous leave entitlements, attractive salary and remuneration packages, salary packaging and access to relevant professional development allowances and/or leave, study and research assistance, corporate discounts and employee wellness programs.
About Us
Princess Alexandra Hospital:
The Princess Alexandra Hospital (PAH) is a tertiary health care centre providing care in most major adult specialties. We provide world class health care to Brisbane City's southern suburbs across emergency, medical, mental health and surgical services, including liver and kidney transplant.
We are nationally recognised for our expertise in trauma management and organ transplants and are one of Australia's leading academic and research health centres. The PAH as a major medical research precinct hosts Australia's most advanced medical research facility, the Translational Research Institute (TRI) as well as a new Clinical Research Facility for the discoveries made at TRI to be trialed in a safe clinical environment.
We're expanding our hospital to make sure everyone gets the care they need. We're adding more beds, modernising our buildings, and improving our spaces to treat kidney and cancer patients with all new services and facilities planned to open by 2027.
INTEGRITY | COMPASSION | ACCOUNTABILITY | RESPECT | ENGAGEMENT | EXCELLENCE
Our values were created by employees for employees to shape our culture and inspire positive interactions in the workplace. Diversity of ideas, skills, traditions, and customs is celebrated as one of our greatest strengths. Having a workforce that reflects and understands the needs and expectations of our community is important to delivering safe, kinder, and more inclusive care.
We recognise our strength comes from the diversity of our people and so we encourage people of all genders, ethnicities, ages, abilities, languages, sexual orientation, and family responsibilities to apply.
We are better together.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Please review the Role Description for more information on application process requirements. Agency referrals will not be accepted for this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr