Mo3 Medical Officer

6-month contract | Canberra, Sydney and Melbourne Location | $97.18 - $103.11 per hour plus 10.5% Superannuation

• OVERVIEW

Our Federal Government client is currently seeking an experienced Medical Officer to join their team at the MO3 level. Within this role you will work with a section of the department that is responsible for undertake evaluation (critical assessment) of complex submissions of clinical data.

• YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Undertake evaluation (critical assessment) of complex submissions of clinical data, e.g. clinical trials, provided by sponsors and provide recommendations to the Delegate on whether to register or amend the registration of prescription medicines.
• Prepare concise written reports detailing the outcome of the evaluation and analysis and detail recommendations in a logical and scientific manner.
• Evaluate product information concerning medicines to determine whether all relevant information is adequately communicated and recommend changes where appropriate.
• Assist the Clinical Evaluation Section Director with other tasks as required.
• Contribute to the provision of high quality medical / clinical advice on regulatory issues to other areas within the Department.
• Participate in and contribute to performance discussions as required or directed by the Manager.
• EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENTS
• A degree in medicine and relevant clinical experience is mandatory.
• Registration as a medical practitioner with the Medical Board of Australia with general or specialist level of registration is mandatory.
• Post graduate tertiary qualifications in a relevant field is desirable.
• Fellowship of an Australian medical college or working towards is desirable.
• Work experience in the medical technology or pharmaceutical industries is desirable.
• Clinical research experience is desirable.
• Familiarity with critical review of clinical research or trial data is desirable.
• Academic practice is desirable.
• Experience leading and supervising other medical practitioners and professional staff is desirable.
• IMPORTANT TO NOTE