Careers at UniSC

• UniSC Clinical Trials | Health Hub Morayfield
• Level 8, $115,240 - $130,514 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time, 2 year fixed-term appointment

The Opportunity

This role offers the chance to lead and guide clinical trial teams, ensuring each study is delivered to the highest standards of quality and integrity. You’ll take ownership of complex trial coordination, applying your expertise and sound judgment to navigate challenges, solve problems, and keep research on track with ICH/GCP, UniSC CT SOPs and all relevant regulations. Working with independence and innovation, you’ll play a pivotal part in advancing clinical research that makes a real difference for our communities.

For more information, please visit us online Clinical Trials Centre

You will

• lead and inspire a team of Senior Clinical Trial Coordinators and Associates, supporting them to deliver high-quality outcomes across designated trials;
• oversee the planning and conduct of clinical research, ensuring every trial meets the highest standards of quality and compliance; and
• work closely with the CT team, sponsors and monitors to drive progress and achieve the successful, on-time completion of clinical trials.

About you

Our ideal candidate is someone who thrives in the fast-moving world of clinical research and is ready to take the lead with confidence and care. You’re at your best when juggling multiple trials, guiding teams, and building strong relationships with Principal Investigators, sponsors, and partners. With your deep knowledge and problem-solving mindset, you’re quick to find solutions that keep trials running smoothly and on time. You take pride in mentoring others, driving improvements, and ensuring every detail meets the highest standards of quality and compliance. Most importantly, you’re motivated by the knowledge that your work contributes to research that truly makes a difference in people’s lives.

You will possess

• A degree in Health Science, Bio-Medicine or a related field, with extensive relevant experience, or an equivalent blend of education and training. (Registered Nurses must hold current AHPRA registration and meet the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia standards.)
• Hands-on experience in clinical trial coordination or clinical research, with a strong grasp of what it takes to keep trials running smoothly.
• Proven expertise in ethics and regulatory affairs, with the confidence to navigate complex frameworks.
• A thorough understanding of clinical research practices, including contractual and ethical obligations, ICH-GCP, and all relevant regulations.
• Strong digital skills, with the ability to manage databases, clinical trial systems, and confidently use word processing and spreadsheets.
• A clear understanding of privacy principles and the importance of protecting health information.
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Flexibility to travel between trial sites and adjust to varied hours when needed, including participation in a 24/7 on-call or confinement roster to support time-sensitive studies.

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:  493479_position description.pdf

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

Applications for this position close midnight, Monday 18 August

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

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

Amrit Hayer
Clinical Trials Operations Manager
Telephone: 07 5456 3983
Email: ahayer@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.

Teaching excellence is at the heart of what we do, and our commitment to sustainability is integrated into our teaching, research, and daily operations. Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 26 research fields ranked at or above world standard according to the Excellence in Research for Australia Rankings. At UniSC you will have the opportunity to contribute to the educational landscape for future generations.

We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, encouraging continuous professional development and providing resources to enhance your career. 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.