Casual staff – Clinical Trials

Discover opportunities for employment within our Clinical Trials team at UniSC! Interested in exploring suitable roles aligned with your expertise? Express your interest to join our community when suitable opportunities arise. 

As a member of the UniSC Clinical Trials team, you will support the start up, marketing, conduct and close out of clinical research studies, ensuring all trials meet regulatory requirements, maintain participant safety, and contribute to high-quality data collection.

We are always on the look out for talented individuals keen to join our clinical trials team.  At UniSC Clinical Trials we engage with many different professionals to conduct our clinical trials including but not limited to

• IT professionals
• Administration support
• Project Management professionals
• Nurses (RN & EEN)
• Clinical Trial Coordinators
• Clinical Trial Associates
• Medical Doctors
• Pharmacists
• Laboratory Scientists
• Allied health professionals
• Marketing, Communications professionals

Joining our team offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact on medical research and patient care.

Primary Objectives:

• Support the marketing and recruitment of participants into clinical trials, improving access and inclusion for members of our local communities.
• Assist in the coordination of clinical trials, including participant  scheduling, screening and data collection.
• Ensure that trials are conducted in compliance with ethical standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Provide administrative support for trial-related activities such as medical administration duties, clinic management and phone duties.
• Work closely with investigator staff to monitor participant wellbeing and ensurepatient safety and wellbeing.
• Support the collection and management of trial data, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Communicate with research teams, sponsors, and participants to facilitate smooth trial operations.

Desirable Qualifications or Skills:

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with clinical investigators, members of the multidisciplinary team and participants.
• Understanding of clinical trial regulations, ethics, and protocols is beneficial.
• Computer literacy, including proficiency with data entry and management software.
• A proactive and flexible attitude, with a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of participant safety and data integrity.
• Previous experience in clinical trials, healthcare, or research environments is highly desirable.

Working towards a better tomorrow

We’re all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. While we’re not the largest university, we are one of the fastest growing in Australia, now with over 2,000 staff across five campuses in South East Queensland and an expanding presence in major capital cities, and we’re making a big impact every day through ground-breaking research, a strong commitment to sustainability, high-performance sport, and award-winning alumni.

We are committed to delivering high-quality research and teaching that address major global and regional challenges, with established and emerging strengths in sustainability, environmental systems, biodiversity, aquaculture, preventative health and regional resilience. Our research excellence is internationally recognised through strong performance in global benchmarking, including leading rankings in the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings for “Zero Hunger,” “Climate Action” and “Life on Land.” UniSC is also recognised for its teaching excellence, with a strong emphasis on student success, innovative and engaging learning experiences, and strong graduate outcomes that equip learners to make meaningful contributions in their chosen fields. As the only university operating within three UNESCO Biosphere Reserves and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, UniSC is uniquely positioned to leverage its natural environment to advance impactful research, teaching and partnerships that support sustainable futures, with sustainability embedded across all aspects of our teaching, research and operations.

We foster a collaborative and supportive environment that encourages continuous professional development and provides the tools and resources to grow your career. We value the contributions of every team member and the role they play in our culture and success. We’re not afraid to do things differently, and we’re looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team working together to make a meaningful difference to local and global challenges.

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.

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.

Contact People and Culture for further information: 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

Please note: To maintain currency of this register, applications will be removed on 31 December 2027. Please re-apply after this date if you wish to be considered for suitable opportunities.