Overview
Requisition ID: REQ635561
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time, 20 hours per week until March 2028
Remuneration: $66.69 - $75.76 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging + Flexible Working (subject to approval)
Location: Clinical Governance Unit, SWSLHD & Clinical Trials Support Unit, Ingham Institute of Applied Medical Research
Applications close: 22/02/26
Contact: Kim Jobburn - Project Director - Clinical Trials on 0477 388 601 |
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we\'re enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
Opportunity
Join a dynamic and rapidly expanding district-wide Clinical Trials portfolio backed by strong executive leadership and a clear strategic vision. In this pivotal role, you’ll contribute to shaping the future of clinical trial operations across one of the largest Local Health Districts in NSW. This is a unique opportunity to influence strategic planning, drive service innovation, and play a key role in implementing the National Clinical Trials Governance Framework—an initiative transforming how research is conducted across the sector. As part of this position, you will lead and support the coordination of high‑quality clinical trial operations spanning multiple hospital sites and a wide range of specialties. Working closely with trial units, you’ll help develop and monitor business plans that align with district-wide objectives, while contributing to governance, quality assurance, workforce development, and comprehensive reporting activities.
The role offers significant exposure, engaging you directly with executive leaders, finance partners, research collaborators, and external sponsors. You will work alongside a highly skilled Clinical Trials leadership team, including the Executive Director and Project Director, and collaborate closely with members of the Clinical Trial Support Unit. Your network will extend across clinical trial coordinators, research nurses, pharmacists, allied health professionals, and medical specialists. In addition, you’ll partner with key district functions such as Clinical Governance, Finance, HR, and Digital Health, as well as the Ingham Institute for Applied Medical Research. The role also includes meaningful engagement with NSW Health, OHMR, and wider research networks, giving you a strong platform to influence clinical research at a systems level.
Are You the Right Fit?
The ideal candidate will bring demonstrated leadership in clinical research operations, with a strong understanding of GCP, ethics, and regulatory compliance, complemented by solid business acumen to support both strategic and operational decision‑making. They will possess excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders. Proactive, adaptable, and solution‑focused, they will show strong attention to detail and exceptional organisational capability, balancing high‑level strategic oversight with hands‑on operational support when required.
This role suits a collaborative team player who thrives in dynamic, evolving environments. The position is part‑time at 20 hours per week, with the potential to increase hours in the future. Travel across SWSLHD hospital sites is required, making a valid NSW Driver’s Licence essential. Flexible hybrid working arrangements, including a mix of on‑site and remote work, can be discussed to support work–life balance.
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
- Relevant tertiary clinical, medical science or quality improvement qualifications preferably with health management experience, and postgraduate qualifications in research, biostatistics, or clinical trials coordination or a combination of qualifications and substantial work experience.
- Strong knowledge of risk management concepts and processes, accreditation cycles and demonstrated experience in clinical risk management and quality improvement processes. Experience within clinical trials setting ideal.
- Demonstrated knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), integrated risk management principles, patient safety, human factors and experience in the concepts and processes of clinical risk management, quality improvement process and patient safety frameworks within the Clinical Trials environment.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with diverse stakeholders across multidisciplinary teams.
- Experience in data and information management and analysis to support continuous quality improvement in clinical trials.
- Demonstrated managerial experience in supporting large research units, or organisations, with the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
- Comprehensive understanding of and experience in training staff in Good Clinical Practice (GCP), regulatory compliance, ethical considerations, privacy laws and other relevant guidelines for clinical trials.
- Proficiency in computer systems, including Microsoft Office Suite and experience with Clinical Trial Management Systems (CTMS) or other relevant platforms.
- Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver\'s license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner\'s licenses are not permitted.
More Details
- Position Information
- Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
- How to Apply
- Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.
- Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
- We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact
- We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
- Aboriginal Workforce
- For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact . Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
- Financial Perks
- 12% superannuation
- Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
- Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
- One extra day off each month for full-time employees
- Work-Life Balance
- Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
- Paid maternity and parental leave
- Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
- Grow Your Career
- Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
- Health & Wellbeing
- Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
- Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
- Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
- Temporary visa holders may be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.
- Vaccination Requirements: All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
- Child Safe Employment: South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment...
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