Research Program Manager Medical Oncology Clinical Trials Unit (MOCTU)

Research Program Manager Medical Oncology Clinical Trials Unit
Employment Type: Full-time Fixed Term Contract

Join Victorias largest not-for-profit private healthcare group and lead world-class cancer research.

Epworth HealthCare is renowned for excellence in diagnosis treatment care and rehabilitation. Our Medical Oncology Clinical Trials Unit (MOCTU) conducts cutting-edge clinical trials in solid tumour cancers providing patients access to innovative treatments.

About the Medical Oncology Clinical Trials Unit (MOCTU)

MOCTU conducts clinical trials in solid tumour cancers including breast brain and ovarian cancer providing patients with early access to novel treatments. These trials are essential for developing new standards of care and improving patient outcomes.

About the Role

We are seeking a Research Program Manager to oversee the MOCTU research program under the leadership of the Clinical Research Director Medical Oncology. This pivotal role involves strategic planning operational oversight financial management and staff leadership while maintaining compliance with ethical and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute project plans for research programs and manage the clinical trial pipeline.
• Oversee study budgets financial milestones invoices and payments.
• Supervise and mentor a team of up to 12 staff.
• Ensure compliance with ICH GCP TGA guidelines and NHMRC standards.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders including sponsors and funding bodies.
• Prepare reports grant applications and business proposals.
• Support fundraising strategies in collaboration with Epworth Medical Foundation.

About You

Essential:

• Tertiary qualification in science healthcare or related field.
• Demonstrated experience in clinical trials and research project management.
• Knowledge of research ethics governance and regulatory requirements.
• Strong leadership communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proficiency in project management and financial oversight.

Desirable:

• Postgraduate qualifications.
• Experience in medical oncology or solid tumour clinical trials.

Desirable: Postgraduate qualifications and experience in medical oncology or solid tumour trials.

Position Description       Inherent Requirements

Why Join Us

• Contribute to world-class cancer research and patient care.
• Work in a collaborative values-driven environment.
• Access professional development opportunities and contribute to groundbreaking research.

Additional Information :

At Epworth its a community.

Its the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient addition to this you will have access to:

• Salary package up to $15900 pre-tax annually leading to greater take home pay
• The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia
• Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave
• Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. This includes First Nations peoples people with disability mature-age and young job seekers members of the LGBTIQA community and individuals from all cultural backgrounds. We are committed to providing an equitable inclusive and barrier-free recruitment experience for everyone.

If you need support during the application process or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments we encourage you to let us know what you need to participate fully and confidently. We understand that sharing your needs can feel daunting so please know that any information you provide will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect.

Ready to make a difference in a team that values you

Apply now  and join us in delivering exceptional healthcare and innovation to the Victorian community.

To apply click the Im Interested button to attach your CV and cover letter (as a single file). 

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Please Note:  Applications are reviewed as received. Dont waitthis role may be filled before the closing date

Apply now weve over 8000 perspectives at Epworth and were ready to welcome yours!.

It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare subject to reasonable exemptions that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination where this is required under Epworth policy.

As a child safe organisation all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).

At Epworth we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all across race ability ethnicity gender age sexuality cultures and beliefs that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth we care.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time