Join the dynamic team that makes up the state of the art Clinical Trials Unit within Macquarie University, and support ground-breaking research driving better outcomes for patients in a range of therapeutic areas.

• Salary Package: From $96,273 p.a. (HEW Level 6) for a Clinical Trial Coordinator or from $108,391 p.a. (HEW Level 7) for a Senior Clinical Trial Coordinator position, plus 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading.
• Appointment Type: Full time, fixed term position for 2 years.
• Location: Macquarie University (North Ryde) location

The Role
We are seeking experienced Clinical Trials Coordinators and Senior Clinical Trial Coordinators to work on clinical research projects in a range of therapeutic areas including phase I trials. The role involves coordinating complex trials from commencement to close out; ensuring that trial protocols and clinical trial regulations are adhered to and there is an active advocacy for the health and wellbeing of patients undergoing new therapies.

Key responsibilities of the role include:

• Collaborating closely with clinical trial investigators
• Acting as a liaison for patients
• Collecting and reviewing patient clinical data
• Maintaining clinical trial databases
• Liaising with sponsors
• Ensuring clinical trial documentation complies with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards

About You
You will be a passionate and empathetic individual with a strong focus on patient care. You will have an established understanding of clinical trials protocols, processes and a solid understanding of the clinical trials regulatory environment in Australia and experience managing patients participating in clinical trials.

Working closely with investigators, nurses, regulatory associates and other professionals both within the clinical trials team and externally, you will be tactful, resilient, have exceptional time and project management skills, and thrive working as part of a high performing team in a fast-paced environment.

To Apply
Please apply online with your resume and attach a cover letter addressing how you meet the selection criteria below for either, the Clinical Trial Coordinator or Senior Clinical Trials Coordinator.

Essential Selection Criteria - Applies to both Clinical Trails Coordinators & Senior Clinical Coordinators

• Bachelor's degree in nursing, medical science, allied health or a related discipline.

• At least 1 year of experience working in clinical trials/ research. Please specify the therapeutic area of the clinical trials (e.g. oncology), the level of patient interaction and experience with performing key trial observations.

• Demonstrated database management skills, both paper-based and electronically, with an ability to navigate through medical records systems.

• An established understanding of clinical trials protocols, ICH-GCP guidelines, ethics and governance and other relevant clinical trial regulatory procedures.

• Demonstrated ability to work with patients in a sensitive manner and maintain patient privacy and confidentiality of data.

Desirable Selection criteria - Applies to both Clinical Trails Coordinators & Senior Clinical Coordinators

• Experience taking and processing patient samples and venepuncture skills, or a willingness to learn.

• Experience working in a hospital or clinical environment.
  
  

Additional Selection Criteria for Senior Clinical Trials Coordinators
Candidates applying for a Senior Clinical Trials Coordinator position must also demonstrate:

• Experience independently managing complex trials e.g. phase I

• Experience independently managing fast recruiting and high recruiting trials

• Experience independently managing patients with complex and advanced diseases

• Demonstrated contributions to departmental activities e.g. SOP writing, training and mentoring junior colleagues, preparing budgets and contracts or managing HREC correspondence and submissions.

• Experience managing junior staff

For Senior Clinical Trials Coordinator positions, preference will be given to those with more than 3 years of industry sponsored trial experience and experience working on early phase trials from start up to close out, and experience mentoring clinical trials staff.

Assessment for Role Level
The final determination of whether a candidate is appointed as a Clinical Trials Coordinator or Senior Clinical Trials Coordinator will be made during the interview process, should they progress to the next stage of recruitment. This decision will be based on their alignment with the selection criteria, level of experience, complexity and scope of their prior clinical trials experience, and demonstrated competencies in managing clinical trials.

About Us
Macquarie is a university of pioneering minds, globally recognised as one of Australia's leading research institutions. Since our foundation in 1964, we have fostered innovation-helping people to hear, introducing wireless internet technology, and appointing Australia's first female vice-chancellor. Today, we continue to push boundaries and engage with the complex challenges shaping our world.

The Clinical Trials Unit (CTU) is part of the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences (FMHHS) at Macquarie University. FMHHS also has the Macquarie Medical School, the Macquarie University Private Hospital, and runs patient clinics, labs, imaging and a pharmacy all on campus in close proximity to support clinical trials, and support providing patients with access to state-of-the-art treatments. The CTU undertakes sponsored and investigator-initiated Phase I to IV trials across multiple therapeutic areas with multiple Principal Investigators. Our current team of 60 staff (managing around 200 trials) are a close-knit inclusive team with a supportive culture that values team work and innovation.

Specific Role Enquiries: Abhijit Parshionikar, Manager Clinical Trials Unit on [email protected]

General Recruitment Enquiries: Mirna Alaaiddin, Talent Acquisition Officer on [email protected]

Applications Close: Sunday 30 March 2025 at 11:59PM (AEDT)

***As part of Macquarie University's commitment to safety and research integrity, the successful candidate will be required to meet the following pre-employment compliance checks:

• Immunisations and vaccinations (Category A)
  
• Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• Criminal history check
• Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Certificate

These requirements must be satisfied before commencing employment.

Important Note:We reserve the right to progress or decline an application prior to the advertised closing date.

Diversity and Inclusion

Innovation and ingenuity thrive at Macquarie University when diversity, equity and inclusion take centre stage. At the University, we embrace a culture where diversity of background, experience and perspective are fundamental to our success.

We do not discriminate on gender identity, age, culture, disability, sexuality, Indigeneity, family and caring responsibilities or religion. See our journey towards leadership in Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Higher Education.

Flexible Work
At Macquarie, we believe by providing flexibility in when, where and how work is done, we can support our staff to manage their personal commitments, while optimising their work performance and contributions to the University. See how we lead in flexible work to enable an outcome focused and inclusive workplace. To learn more about our culture and hiring process, explore our Candidate Resource Hub.