Careers at UniSC

• UniSC Clinical Trials Centre | UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs
• Professional Level 6, $95,986 - $103,873 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Two positions available: one part-time (29 hours per week) and one full-time (36.25 hours per week), both fixed term appointments for two years

The Opportunity

UniSC Clinical Trials is a world-class centre delivering innovative and clinically relevant research in collaboration with healthcare professionals, pharmaceutical sponsors, and community partners.

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Clinical Trials Coordinator to manage the coordination and administration of clinical trials across the UniSC Clinical Trials network. In this pivotal role, you will oversee participant visits, data collection, regulatory compliance, and site readiness to ensure high-quality conduct of clinical studies. You’ll contribute to improving processes, mentoring junior staff, and supporting a positive and compliant research culture.

For more information on UniSC Clinical Trials, please visit us online: UniSC Clinical Trials

You will

• coordinate and administer all aspects of assigned clinical trials, including study start-up, ethics and regulatory submissions, participant recruitment, screening, enrolment, and visit management;
• ensure compliant conduct of trials in accordance with ICH-GCP, UniSC CTC SOPs, and applicable regulatory requirements, including oversight of data collection, laboratory sample processing, study documentation and investigational product accountability;
• liaise with sponsors, monitors, investigators and multidisciplinary teams to support the timely delivery of research milestones and resolution of complex study-related matters; and
• contribute to quality assurance, continuous improvement initiatives, and the positive supervision and support of Clinical Trial Associates and student placements where required.

About you

You are a collaborative and detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced research environment. With excellent communication and organisational skills, you ensure accuracy, compliance, and care in every aspect of your work. You enjoy problem-solving, working autonomously, and contributing to innovative, ethical clinical research.

You will possess:

• Degree in Health, Science, Nursing, or related field with relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of Diploma-level qualification and substantial clinical research experience;
• Knowledge of ICH Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and applicable regulatory requirements, with previous clinical trial coordination experience highly regarded;
• Strong computing skills, including electronic data capture systems, databases, spreadsheets, and document management systems;
• Sound understanding of privacy principles governing health information;
• Flexibility to travel between sites and work outside standard business hours, including participation in confinement studies or a 24/7 on-call roster as required; and
• Current registration with AHPRA (for Registered Nurses), medication administration endorsement and phlebotomy training (for Enrolled Nurses), and compliance with immunisation requirements.

Don't meet every requirement? At UniSC, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If you're excited about this role but your CV doesn't align perfectly with our position description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our many other opportunities.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.

Position Description: Clinical Trials Coordinator

UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.

All applications must be lodged through our website. To apply please visit our website at: Careers at UniSC

Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 22 March 2026. 

Your completed application must include:

• a resume, and responses to specific pre-determined selection criteria as outlined in the application form.

Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team

UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au

We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life

Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:

James Donkin
Clinical Trials Operations Manager – UniSC Clinical Trials Centre
Telephone: 07 5459 4880
Email: jdonkin@usc.edu.au

Discover UniSC

We're all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. We’re not the biggest university. But we’re growing every day, and doing big things. Like ground-breaking research, championing sustainability, producing gold-winning athletes and award-winning alumni.

We're one of the fastest growing universities in Australia, growing to over 2,000 people across 5 campuses in South East Queensland and a growing footprint in major capital cities.

Teaching excellence is at the heart of what we do, and our commitment to sustainability is integrated into our teaching, research, and daily operations. According to the latest Good Universities Guide, UniSC has five‑star ratings in key areas including teaching quality, overall educational experience, learning resources, skills development, social equity, and student support, ranking us among the top public universities nationally for student satisfaction.

Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 13 fields ranked well above world standard in the Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) rankings. Globally, UniSC is now placed in the top 501–600 institutions in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings and ranks first in Queensland in sustainability impact, reflecting the quality, relevance, and societal impact of our work.

At UniSC you will have the opportunity to shape the educational landscape and inspire the minds of future generations. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, encouraging continuous professional development and providing resources to enhance your teaching and research endeavours.

We recognise and value the contributions of each team member to our culture and success. We're not afraid to be different, and we're looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team that is working together to improve our local and global challenges.

Our Culture & Benefits:

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
• Salary packing options + 17% Super.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.