Clinical Research Associate

What you'll be doing

The Clinical Research Associate (CRA) position requires a dedicated clinical research professional to perform the activities associated with the evaluation, initiation, conduct, monitoring and close-out of clinical trials to ensure the trial is conducted in accordance with the approved study protocol, standard operating procedures and relevant regulatory guidelines.

The successful applicant will be responsible for the registering of new patients on local, national and international clinical trials.

The CRA will work as part of a multidisciplinary team dedicated to research excellence in a progressive paediatric clinical setting.

The CRA will provide assistance to and be supported by other CRAs within the department. Whilst relevant training opportunities and international conference travel will be available and encouraged, the position does not require regular travel.

• Demonstrated experience in clinical research/trials
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in medical/science-related field and/or previous experience in clinical research/trials
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice/ICH Guidelines, TGA guidelines and other applicable regulatory requirements
• Demonstrated ability to work individually and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Exceptional organisational skills and accuracy in data management
• Demonstrated ability to follow policies and procedures meticulously
• Above average competence in the use of computer applications and databases
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple deadlines

All NSW Health workers are required to have completed a primary course (2 doses) of a COVID-19 vaccine which has been approved or recognised by the Therapeutics Goods Administration (TGA). New applicants must have completed the vaccination course prior to commencement with NSW Health, or provide an approved medical contraindication certificate (IM011 immunisation medical exemption form) certifying the worker cannot have any approved COVID-19 vaccines available in NSW. Acceptable proof of vaccination is the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) Immunisation History Statement or AIR COVID-19 Digital Certificate. Booster doses are highly recommended for all health care workers who have completed the primary course of COVID-19 vaccinations. Applicants holding visas with working rights may be considered for temporary appointment (up to the expiry date of their visa) where no suitable local applicant is identified.

For technical support please contact the customer services team on 1300 679 367 and select option 3.

Applications Close: 20/02/2024