Clinical Research Coordinator/Nurse, St Vincent's Public Hospital, SydneySt Vincent's Health Australia – Sydney NSWPosition Title: Clinical Research Coordinator/NurseEmployment Type: Maximum Term Full-Time (12 months)Hours per week: 38 hoursPosition Grade: Health Service Manager Grade 1Salary: $81,581.00 - $108,523.00 base salary per annumEnterprise Agreement: The Named NSW (Non-Declared) Affiliated Health Organisations' Health Employees Agreement 2019Department Name: Medical Oncology Research, The Kinghorn Cancer CentreAbout us:St Vincent's Hospital Sydney is a leading not-for-profit organisation providing health services to our community. Guided by our values of compassion, excellence, integrity and justice, we promote a culture of diversity and inclusion and empower our people to learn, grow and innovate.Benefits of working at St Vincent's include:Generous salary packaging and Fitness Passport for eligible staffOpportunity to access a large range of clinical and non-clinical education programsSupported post graduate opportunities within applicable fieldsCareer development opportunities across the St Vincent's Health Australia NetworkEmployee Assistance ProgramWork/Life balanceAbout the role:An amazing opportunity to work in a world-class Research Centre. Located in the purpose-built Kinghorn Cancer Centre, we are one of the largest clinical trials centres for oncology in Australia. We are looking for highly motivated candidates with interests in both clinical management of advanced cancer patients and research/clinical trials practice. We provide learning and development pathways for Clinical Research Coordinators based on their specific backgrounds. Background in ICU, ED and Acute Care nursing is an advantage but not essential. Excellent opportunity for experienced clinical nurses looking for a career change. Excellent opportunity for experienced Trial Coordinators looking to work in higher levels of research such as Phase 1/Early Phase. Strong candidates with pharmacy, medical science and other backgrounds will also be considered.The role involves:Delivering high quality patient care to clinical trial participants with advanced cancers.Responsibility for research projects, patient assessments, increasing patient recruitment and providing information to patients about trial requirements and treatments.Providing project updates, education to patients and staff.Coordination of patient study visits and maintenance of study schedules/enrolment tracking for individual trials.Participating and coordinating monitoring visits with external pharmaceutical companies and research organisations.Working effectively as part of a trials team and assisting other research staff as needed.Participating in Education and Quality Improvement activities.Coordination of the collection of blood samples, processing and shipping as required (after appropriate training and assessment).Accurately collect, record and report data within trial timelines.Responding to data queries professionally, accurately and promptly.Diversity and Inclusion at St Vincent's:St Vincent's is committed to employing a workforce that reflects the community we care for. We strongly encourage applications from people that are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, culturally diverse, sexuality or gender diverse and/or living with disability.Employment with St Vincent's is subject to you having current immunity status that complies with the Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases - NSW Health Policy Directive (PD2024_015) or subsequent revisions in force. Appointment and ongoing employment will be subject to continued compliance with this policy directive.About you:The suitable applicants are expected to co-ordinate, recruit and manage data for clinical trials and research including direct patient contact and administrative duties as directed. The role involves case managing patients during their time on clinical trials and being the main point of contact for trial sponsors and other research partners. Individuals who are willing to use initiative, build on opportunities and contribute to the long-term development of the unit are encouraged to apply. Excellent interpersonal, clinical and communication skills are essential.Application Instructions:To have your application considered you are required to upload a current CV/Resume as well as a separate cover letter/document addressing the 'Selection Criteria' as below. Internal applicants i.e. current employees of St Vincent's Hospital or an entity of SVHA are required to apply via their Workday account.Selection CriteriaPersonal integrity and demonstrated commitment to the Philosophy, Mission and Values of Mary Aikenhead Ministries and St Vincent's Health Australia.Holds or working towards relevant tertiary qualifications in clinical research and clinical trials or equivalent relevant work experience OR a combination of relevant work experience and study.Demonstrated leadership ability working in a team and ability to use own initiative.Demonstrated computer literacy with email and an electronic patient record system.Experience with secure data management, participant trial data collection, participant organisational skills, ability to rapidly master new concepts and skills and detailed knowledge of HREC and RGO submissions.Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills.Demonstrated Clinical knowledge and experience working in Oncology, Haematology and/or Research.Demonstrated effective time management skills and ability to prioritise competing workloads within a complex environment.Applications close on 25th November 2024
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