• Centre for Health Services Research
• Part-time (60%), fixed-term position through until 31st December 2025
• Base salary will be in the range $91,658 - $98,330 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 6)
• Based at our Translational Research Institute in Woolloongabba.

About This Opportunity

The Australasian Kidney Trials Network (AKTN) is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Clinical Trial Assistant (CTA) to join our collaborative research team focused on improving outcomes in kidney disease. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key support role in the coordination and execution of high-quality clinical trials. Based within a dynamic and supportive environment, you will assist in the daily operations of clinical studies by providing essential administrative and tracking support to ensure trial compliance and efficiency.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Provide administrative and operational support for clinical trial activities, including document preparation, meeting coordination, and communication tracking.
• Maintain trial documentation and tracking systems, including the Trial Master File (TMF), essential documents, invoices, and study metrics.
• Support regulatory and ethical submissions by assisting Clinical Research Associates (CRAs) with approvals, site monitoring preparation, and compliance checks.
• Coordinate logistics for trial materials and biological sample shipments, ensuring accurate record keeping and timely delivery across trial sites.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave
• 17% superannuation contributions
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options and flexible start/finish times.
• 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
• UQ Study for Staff
• Salary packaging options

About You

• Relevant qualifications and/or experience in business administration, science, health, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of clinical research principles, including GCP and ICH guidelines, and familiarity with clinical study processes.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders via phone, email, and in person.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to multitask, prioritise workload, and meet deadlines independently.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment. The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, mandatory immunisations..

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Mrs Laura Hickey. For application inquiries or to receive a copy of the job description, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

Want to Apply?

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the 'About You' section
• Resume

Other Information

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don't meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to [email protected] for accessibility support or adjustments.

Applications close Tuesday 17th June 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-52034). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for Tuesday 24th June 2025.