Role type : Part time (0.6 FTE); Fixed term until March 2026
Faculty : Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department / School : Department of Medicine, Melbourne Medical School
Salary : UoM 7 - $106,432 - $115,211 p.a. plus 17% super (pro rata)
* Impactful national research project / Enhance Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health / Collaborate with diverse healthcare teams
* Apply now to drive positive change in diabetes management for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
* Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
Your next career opportunity
As a Clinical Trial Project Coordinator for the FlashGM Study, you'll play a crucial role in a NHMRC-funded national clinical trial aimed at improving diabetes management for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
You'll have the opportunity to lead study coordinators across multiple sites, collaborate with diverse healthcare teams, and contribute to potentially life-changing research.
This role offers you the chance to make a real difference in health equity while advancing your career in clinical research.
Your responsibilities will include :
* Lead Clinical Trial Coordination: Manage all aspects of trial activities, including participant recruitment, study visits, and accurate record-keeping across 20+ clinical sites nationwide.
* Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Prepare and submit ethics applications, amendments, and reports, ensuring adherence to ICH-Good Clinical Practice Guidelines.
* Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work closely with the core team, clinical research associates, and monitoring teams to drive the study towards successful completion.
* Provide Leadership and Support: Guide study coordinators across all sites, organise regular meetings, and manage study consumable supplies.
You may be a great fit if :
You are an experienced clinical trial coordinator with a strong background in project management, excellent communication skills, and a passion for improving health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with type 2 diabetes.
You may also :
* Have experience as a clinical trial coordinator, particularly in diabetes research or Aboriginal health settings.
* Possess strong project management skills and the ability to handle complex, multi-site clinical trials.
* Demonstrate excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Be proficient in clinical trial management systems, ethics review processes, and data management tools.
* Have a background in nursing or diabetes education.
What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including :
* Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
* Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
* Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
* Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
* Comprehensive career development and training, plus a 25% discount on UniMelb graduate courses for your immediate family members!
Your new team – “Department of Medicine”
Step into the world of impactful medical education and pioneering research with the Department of Medicine at the prestigious Melbourne Medical School. As a vital hub within the University of Melbourne teaching hospitals, we are at the forefront of clinical, educational, and research endeavours.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live.
Working at the University – what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check. The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process.
Please note : Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Join Us and unlock your career potential!
Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today! Including the following documents :
* Resume
* Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
* The responses against the Selection Criteria (found in the Position Description)
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Lachlan Bryce via email, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
Advertised : 20 Feb 2025 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Daylight Time
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