Clinical Research Coordinator and Clinical Trials Research Assistant

Clinical Research Coordinator and Clinical Trials Research Assistant

About Southern Oncology Clinical Research Unit

Southern Oncology Clinical Research Unit (SOCRU) is a dedicated oncology phase I clinical trials unit. We provide patients with alternative treatment options and the opportunity to contribute to ongoing cancer research while receiving high-quality, evidence-based clinical care from our skilled health professionals. Our mission is to offer outstanding care for people with cancer through the expansion of our unit, knowledge base, and expertise.

We are currently seeking candidates for two distinct full-time roles: Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) and Clinical Trials Research Assistant (RA). Please specify which position you are applying for in your cover letter.

Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) 

Full-Time
Remuneration Range: $81,430.96 - $88,109.84 based on experience.

The Clinical Research Coordinator is responsible for the comprehensive management of clinical trials from start to finish. This role involves direct interaction with participants, study sponsors, and regulatory bodies, ensuring that all trial activities comply with ethical and legal standards. This role requires prior experience in clinical research coordination.

Key Responsibilities:

• Primary trial coordination: Act as the lead coordinator for multiple trials, managing all aspects, from participant recruitment to study close-out.
• Scheduling and resource management: Oversee the scheduling of study visits and the allocation of resources, ensuring trials run efficiently and according to the protocol.
• Document management and compliance: Ensure that all study documents, including Investigator Site Files, are maintained to regulatory standards and that ethics committee submissions are completed accurately.
• Study start-up: Assit the Manager and Team Leader with study start-up activities, including study initiation tasks.
• Direct participant care and procedures: Perform clinical procedures such as vital signs, ECGs, and venepunctures, ensuring participant safety.
• Oversight of data management: Ensure accurate and timely data entry, manage data queries, and oversee the completion of monitoring visits and study close-out activities.

Key Selection Criteria:

Essential:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Clinical Research Coordinator.
• A degree in a health science-related field.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and time management skills.
• High attention to detail and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Desirable:

• Previous experience coordinating phase I oncology clinical trials.
• Experience in caring for cancer patients.
• Phlebotomy certification or training.

Clinical Trials Research Assistant (RA) 

Full-Time
Remuneration Range: $60,623.68 - $73,151.52 based on experience.

The Clinical Trials Research Assistant will provide essential support to the Clinical Research Coordinators and the broader SOCRU team. This role is integral in ensuring that clinical trials run smoothly by assisting with day-to-day tasks, data management, and patient interactions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with administrative and operational support: Provide general support for clinical trial activities under the direction of the SOCRU Manager, Team Leader and Clinical Research Coordinators.
• Assist in organising participant study visits: Help with scheduling and organising participant study visits.
• Document management: Support the CRC by maintaining essential study documents and Investigator Site Files.
• Basic clinical tasks: Perform study-related assessments (e.g., vital signs, ECGs, venepunctures) in line with training and experience.
• Sample collection and processing: Assist in collecting and processing biological samples, including blood collection and laboratory handling.
• Data entry and query resolution: Assist with entering data into study databases, responding to data queries, and completing follow-up tasks from monitoring visits.

Key Selection Criteria:

Essential:

• A degree in a health science-related field (students working towards completion are also encouraged to apply).
• Strong interpersonal and time management skills.
• High attention to detail and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication skills.

Desirable:

• Previous experience in clinical research.
• Phlebotomy certification or training.
• Knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines.

Benefits for Both Roles:

• Comprehensive training in clinical research, including clinical activities such as blood taking, ECGs, and vital sign monitoring.
• Opportunities for career progression for the right candidate.
• Work with a dynamic team of clinical research professionals.
• Flexible work conditions.

How to Apply:

Apply via Seek.com by submitting your resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria. Please note that applications received without a cover letter will not be considered.

Closing Date: Friday, 27th September 2024 at midday.