About the role

Mater Research is searching for an experienced Clinical Research Coordinator to join our growing Neuroscience Trials team at South Brisbane. Reporting to the Program Coordinator for Neuroscience, Dr Matthew Spitzer, this role will be offered for a 12-month period. There is flexibility for this position to work 0.8 FTE or full time.

Mater Research (MR) is a world-class institute that is committed to academic medicine and aims to discover, develop, translate, and commercialise medical research that integrates with relevant areas of excellence within clinical practice. MR discovers ways to prevent and treat conditions affecting babies, children, adolescents and adults, helping them to lead healthy lives.

This role represents a unique and career defining opportunity to join a market leader in healthcare and a proudly Mission Led organisation.

Salary: Mater Research Level 8 $93,187 - $104,637 + super + salary sacrificing

What you'll be doing

In this important role you will assume primary responsibility, under direction of the Principal Investigator, for the coordination of clinical trials in Neurology and related disciplines, including epilepsy, dementia, migraine, neuroimmunology and mental disability. You will have the opportunity to work with researchers and practitioners at the forefront of clinical Neuroscience, and will be supported by a team of experienced clinical research staff. You will be required to have an in-depth knowledge of the nursing practices in neurology or related disciplines, human research ethics and research governance requirements. Key responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing compliance with clinical research protocols and ICH GCP guidelines, under direction of study Principal Investigators
• Coordinating recruitment of participants to clinical trials
• Coordinating and delivering the care of Neuroscience clinical trial patients as per specific protocol requirements
• Coordination of trial related activities and performance of study assessments
• Coordination of study administration, including reporting and data management
• Supervise and coordinate research activities of research team staff members, including research nurses, data managers, research assistants and administrative assistants.

About you

You will have proven experience in a management role with demonstrated success leading a team to successful outcomes. Additionally, you will possess the following:

• Current ICH GCP certification.
• Experience in implementing and conducting clinical research in compliance with ICH GCP guidelines
• Demonstrated high level interpersonal skills necessary for negotiating and liaising effectively with a diverse range of staff, patients and other stakeholders
• Knowledge of data management systems
• Advanced computer skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Why join us?

In return for your skills, effort and enthusiastic commitment you will have the opportunity to work for an Australian leader in the field of Health, Education and Research and work with a team who make a real difference to the lives of our patients, consumers and community.

Mater provides benefits not offered in other workplaces. In addition to being part of a workplace that offers compassionate care in the spirit of the Sisters of Mercy, you will have opportunities to increase your take-home pay with our salary packaging options.

To Apply:

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Please click "Apply now" -Applications should include a cover letter and detailed curriculum vitae addressing the selection criteria in the attached position description along with contact details of two professional referees.

For position enquiries, please contact Dr Matthew Spitzer at clinical.trials@mater.uq.edu.au

Applications close COB Wednesday 14 April 2021

*Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

Advertised: 05 Apr 2021 E. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 14 Apr 2021 E. Australia Standard Time

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