An exciting opportunity exists for a Clinical Trials Governance Administration Officer within the Cancer Care Clinical Trials Unit. You will be the primary point of contact for issues relating to ethics and governance submissions, whilst providing high level administrative support to key internal and external stakeholders including researchers, clinicians, sponsors and others. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a team that is dedicated to delivering high-quality clinical research treatments to cancer patients.

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An exciting opportunity exists for a Clinical Trials Governance Administration Officer within the Cancer Care Clinical Trials Unit. You will be the primary point of contact for issues relating to ethics and governance submissions, whilst providing high level administrative support to key internal and external stakeholders including researchers, clinicians, sponsors and others. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a team that is dedicated to delivering high-quality clinical research treatments to cancer patients.

Sunshine Coast Health is in southeast Queensland and extends through the coastal and hinterland areas from Caloundra in the south and Gympie in the north. 

Sunshine Coast Health is a values-based organisation. We are committed to the maintenance of a culture in which we treat our colleagues with respect as we do our patients, consumers and the community. We respect, protect and promote human rights in our decision-making and actions.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Efficiently prepare and coordinate all documentation required to gain Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) and Research Governance Office (RGO) approval for clinical trials under the role's administration to a high standard in accordance with stakeholder and institutional key performance indicators.
• Demonstrate and maintain the ability to apply up-to-date knowledge in the area including new developments, legislation and industry standards such as Therapeutic Goods Agency (TGA), Good Clinical Practices Guidelines, the NHMRC Harmonisation of Multi-Centre Ethical Review Initiative, NHMRC National Standards and the Australian Code for the Responsible Conduct of Research.
• Provide accurate and timely general advice to internal and external stakeholders on research ethics and research governance processes, including requirements of ethics and Site-Specific Assessment (SSA) applications.
• Develop practical knowledge of the regulatory framework for the conduct of clinical trials and governance, particularly as it relates to human research, in a public health facility

Remuneration based pro rata on equivalent full time value up to $100 071 p.a., comprising salary rates: $45.81 - $50.46 p.h., employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (AO4) (fixed term temporary part time position available for 12 months, 36 hrs p.f.). Applications will remain current for 12 months. Please note: only applications from candidates will be accepted (applications that may result in an agency fee will not be considered).

Why work for us?

We offer rewarding career opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas across our health service and pride ourselves on providing a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance.
As a Queensland Health employee, you will benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75%, access to salary packaging, flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases.
We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for our people and our community. We encourage people of all genders, races, ages and abilities to apply for roles within our Health Service.
You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Sunshine Coast here: https://www.health.qld.gov.au/sunshinecoast/careers

As a Sunshine Coast Health employee, you will receive competitive remuneration and have access to:
• A wellness program;
• Generous superannuation;
• Flexible work arrangements;
• Career training and development; and
• Salary packaging.

Check out the latest updates here:
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Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• SC662993_RD (PDF, 251KB)
  Role Description
  
  Information for Applicants, SCHHS (PDF, 1.79MB)
  Information Package for Applicants