Role Type: 12-month full time parental leave cover contract
Salary: $114,175 - $121,045 per annum + superannuation
The opportunity:
The National Allergy Centre of Excellence (NACE) is seeking a highly motivated Research Manager to join our dynamic team.
This pivotal role supports the establishment and ongoing implementation of multiple clinical research trials and studies focused on allergy prevention and management, across food, drug, insect, and respiratory allergies.
About your new team:
NACE is a key initiative funded by the Federal Government, with a $10.2M investment aimed at accelerating allergy research and training the next generation of researchers.
The Centre is a partnership between Murdoch Children's Research Institute (MCRI) and leading health stakeholders, working to address the growing allergy epidemic in Australia through cutting-edge research and clinical trials.
Your responsibilities include: Lead the submission of ethics and governance applications, and monitor progress across multiple sites.Oversee study compliance and implementation of clinical trials, ensuring adherence to ethical standards and regulations.Manage budgets for the NACE trials and studies, and track expenses to ensure fiscal responsibility.Supervise and mentor a growing team, including Research Assistants and Project Assistants, with potential expansion to Study Coordinators and Data Officers.Lead the development of trial protocols, patient consent forms, and SOPs.Coordinate site initiation, staff training, and ongoing study monitoring to ensure project milestones are met.Foster relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including clinical sites, research partners, and funding bodies. What we need from you: Relevant Bachelor's degree (e.g., Nursing, Science, Biomedical), Postgraduate qualifications desirable.At least 5 years of experience in clinical trial/study management, including managing multiple trials simultaneously.Strong background in ethics and governance applications, budget management, and clinical trial coordination.Experience with electronic research data systems (e.g., REDCap, EPIC, Cerner) is highly desirable.Leadership and people management skills with the ability to coordinate large teams across multiple sites.Knowledge of ICH Guidelines, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and NHMRC guidelines.Ability to travel interstate for monitoring visits (approximately 2-4 times per year). What's in it for you: Benefit from salary packaging, including entertainment and novated leases.Enjoy a variety of flexible work arrangements.Take advantage of a unique opportunity to be part of a respected research institute.Make a real impact on allergy prevention and management in Australia.Work alongside leading researchers and clinicians in a world-class research environment.Opportunity for career development, professional growth, and interdisciplinary collaboration.Be part of a cutting-edge research initiative funded by a $10.2 million investment, with significant national impact. Who we are:
Murdoch Children's Research Institute envisions a transformative future for child health.
Our institute is a hub of impactful scientific breakthroughs, particularly in early interventions, enhanced diagnosis, prevention, and potential cures.
We thrive on collaborative, multidisciplinary problem-solving to address challenging queries in child health.
Committed to inclusivity and respect, we foster a positive working environment that values diverse backgrounds and experiences.
As a proud member of the Australian Network on Disability and a dedicated supporter of Science Australia Gender Equity (SAGE), we uphold principles of equal opportunity and diverse representation.
We are committed to the safety of children and young people and takes a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of child abuse, exploitation, and harm.
Child safety is prioritised in our decision-making at all levels of the Institute.
If you are a proactive, organised, and results-driven individual with a passion for advancing clinical research, we want to hear from you.
Apply today and contribute to the future of allergy research in Australia!
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Applications close: 31 December 2024 #J-18808-Ljbffr