Research Coordinator
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Job Description
Full time fixed term role until 1st of December 2025 with strong likelihood of extension
Play a pivotal role in the development of a childhood type 1 diabetes screening trial
Base Salary $% superannuation
Hybrid working option available
About the opportunity
As the Research Coordinator you will provide critical support to the development of a new trial within the Australian Type 1 Diabetes National Screening Pilot a landmark public health research initiative for children. Working closely with the Principal Investigator Research Manager and the research team at the Charles Perkins Centre as well as a national multidisciplinary team of researchers clinicians and stakeholders you will be responsible for the set-up of a new clinical trial including operational planning ethics submissions development of study documentation and family-facing materials and stakeholder engagement.
This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in new research that aims to transform early detection and care for type 1 diabetes in Australia.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
project manage the setup of the clinical trial in collaboration with the broader research team and the national multidisciplinary research team
prepare and manage ethics submissions and governance approvals across multiple institutions
coordinate the development of study documents and parent and child-facing materials
adhere to protocols ethical and regulatory requirements and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines for clinical trials at all times
assist with research operations research contract and service agreement coordination and trial logistics
assist with staff recruitment and training as needed
liaise with research partners healthcare providers and other key stakeholders
About you
tertiary educated health qualifications are highly regarded
experience working within a research or clinical trial context with knowledge and understanding of GCP guidelines
project management skills with the ability to problem solve and juggle multiple competing priorities
meticulous attention to detail with high level organisational skills
excellent written and verbal communication skills
demonstrated ability to effectively work independently and as part of a team
ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
Work Rights: you must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions the University may take any necessary step including the termination of your employment.
This position is designated as involving child-related work. To undertake or remain in this position you are required to apply for and obtain a Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.
EEO statement
At the University of Sydney our shared values are trust accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion evidenced by our people and culture programs as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People women people living with a disability people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.
How to apply
Applications (including a cover letter addressing the selection criteria CV and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.
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Applications Close
Monday 30 June 2025 11:59 PMRequired Experience:
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Employment Type
Full-Time
