Make a real impact in cancer research
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until June 2027
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 1
Remuneration: $87,813 - $116,824 per annum + super
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Tamworth
Requisition ID: REQ651092
Applications Close: Thursday, 30th April 2026
Join the Oncology Clinical Trials & Research Unit and play a pivotal role in advancing innovative cancer care across the New England North West region. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a high-impact, grant-funded project focused on expanding and improving access to clinical trials through decentralised delivery models.
Based within a collaborative and purpose-driven team, you’ll help shape the future of oncology research while supporting better outcomes for patients and communities.
About The Role
As a Project Officer, you will lead and support the delivery of a 12-month Cancer Institute NSW Fellowship project focused on enhancing clinical trial accessibility across a diverse and geographically dispersed region.
You’ll be responsible for coordinating project activities from initiation through to completion - working closely with clinicians, researchers, and external partners to ensure successful delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Lead project planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluationCoordinate stakeholder engagement across multiple sites and servicesDevelop and maintain high-quality project documentation and reportingSupport ethics and governance submissions and compliance requirementsAnalyse data and contribute to evidence-based decision makingBuild strong relationships with internal teams and external partners
About You
You are a proactive and organised professional with a passion for healthcare and research. You thrive in complex environments and can confidently manage competing priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
You Will Bring
Qualifications in health, science, research, or a related field (or equivalent experience)Strong project coordination and organisational skillsExcellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilitiesThe ability to work collaboratively across diverse teams and locationsA commitment to improving patient outcomes through research
Why join Hunter New England Health?
Be part of one of the largest and most diverse Local Health Districts in NSWInfluence digital solutions that directly support patient care and clinical outcomesSalary packaging optionsWork collaboratively with passionate clinicians and digital health professionalsEnjoy career development opportunities within NSW HealthMake a real difference across a large, complex health serviceFitness Passport for you and your family
If you’re ready to contribute to life-changing research and help shape the future of cancer care, we’d love to hear from you.
Additional Information
An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
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Information For Applicants
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