Clinical Trials Coordinator

Job No: GEORGE987
Location: Sydney

Our mission is to improve the health of millions of people worldwide.  

 

  • Full Time Opportunity
  • Work in our new purpose-built location in the Health Translation Hub, Randwick, NSW   
  • Contract Ending 30th September, 2030
  • Hybrid working environment (2 days per week in the office)

 

Pro-Rata Salary Range of $83,500 Base to $87k Basae (dependent on experience, skills and capabilities)

Plus 12% Superannuation and access to Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging up to $15,900.  (more information provided below). 

 

The Opportunity: 

We have a unique opportunity for a Clinical Trials Coordinator to support biomarker-focused research within our Critical Care Program.   

 The Clinical Trials Coordinator role  involves coordinating biospecimen collection from sites, processing/ sending/ receiving tracking data integrity, ensuring compliance with ethical and regulatory standards, and facilitating collaboration between clinical and laboratory teams across multiple study sites. It will also involve planning, coordinating and implementing research activities that involve  biospecimen collection. 

If you have exceptional organisational skills and experience in clinical research coordination, we would like to hear from you! .

 

 Key Responsibilities and Duties: 

    • Biomarker sample Coordination

    • Assist in the development and execution of project plans, timelines, and milestones relative to the Biomarker research 

    • Coordinate biospecimen collection and processing across participating sites 

    • Maintain accurate biomarker project documentation, including sample library, locations, logs  

    • Developing SOPs that ensure maintaining best practices related to biomarker management 

    • Liaise with ICU clinicians, laboratory staff, and external collaborators. 

    • Provide regular updates to the Project Managers 

    • Establish and maintain effective relationships with central laboratories, biobanks, and specialty testing vendors. 

 

For more information on this role, please see our detailed Position Description here

 

Skills, Knowledge and Experience/ Our Successful Candidate  

  • Essential 

    • Tertiary qualification in a health, science or a qualification in research methods or laboratory sciences or research discipline or a combination of relevant experience and/or education/training. 

    • Knowledge of critical care workflows and ICU patient populations.  

    • Experience applying for ethics and governance approvals for biobank/biomarker studies 

    • Experience with single/multiple sites research projects 

    • Sample management services and logistics 

    • Competence in electronic data capture systems (e.g., REDCap or relevant CTMS) 

    • Interest in translational research and biomarker discovery 

    • Excellent time management and organisational skills 

    • Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills 

    • Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office suite of products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, and the Internet 

    • Strong skills in documentation, data accuracy and quality systemsAbility to work autonomously, in small teams and with a wide range of stakeholders 

    • Strong focus on attention to detail, quality of work and maintenance of excellent records 

    • Ability to be flexible and adaptable in the face of changing organisational priorities and ambiguous environments 

    • Flexibility to work non-standard hours of work for collaboration and contact with global teams based on requirements of the position 

    Desirable 

    • Minimum 2 years of relevant post-graduation experience in science, research methods, laboratory sciences, or clinical trials management. 

    • Minimum 3 years of sample management experience 

    • Good understanding of medical terminology 

    • Familiarity with REDCap data management system or relevant CTMS 

    • Experience with biospecimen governance, including consent processes and ethical considerations. 

    • Knowledge of critical care workflows and ICU patient populations 

 

To support your application, please address the following criteria in your cover letter: 

  • Experience in Clinical Research:
    Please detail your experience in clinical trials, including specific roles and responsibilities you have held relevant to this position.     

  • Experience in Biospecimen coordination: 
    Describe your experience coordinating biospecimen collection, processing, and logistics across single or multiple sites.      

  • Regulatory Compliance Knowledge:  
    Can you please outline your familiarity with regulatory standards and protocols relevant to clinical research 

 

The closing date for applications is 12th December, 2025   
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found 

The unrestricted right to work in Australia is a requirement for this position.  Candidates who require sponsorship will not be considered.

 

Please visit our website for more on The George: Home | The George Institute for Global Health 

 The George Institute for Global Health (The George) is 700+ employees around the world and projects in over 40 countries all focused on improving the health of millions of people worldwide.  

As a medical research institute affiliated with leading universities, we are challenging the status quo in healthcare to: 

  • Lead world-class, large-scale clinical trials, epidemiological studies and health systems research to transform treatments and healthcare delivery  
  • Look beyond single diseases, across the life course, to identify patient-centred approaches to care that can be implemented at scale  
  • Develop low-cost, innovative solutions to global unmet needs 
  • Drive our global impact through a program of research, advocacy, thought leadership and disruptive social entrepreneurship  

 

We pride ourselves with our 6 core values:

Excellence, Integrity, Can-do approach, Creativity, Impact, and Humanitarian Commitment. 

 

Your Career at The George Institute

  • Not for Profit Salary Packaging

www.smartsalary.com.au

Receive an industry standard salary in addition to your Base Salary and Superannuation, you will have access to salary packaging benefits allowing you to use up to $15,900 of your pre-tax income on every day expenses such as rent and groceries.  You will also have an option to package up to $2,650 for meals and entertainment. Visit Smart Salary website for more information

  • Flexible Working Arrangements

We are proud of our flexible working arrangements and the set up that suits you best - onsite, hybrid or WFH (dependent on individual role)

  • Professional Development Support

Employee’s of TGI receive a $3,000 annual Learning and Development wallet to spend on approved courses to support your professional development.

  • Employee Wellbeing Focus

A focus on employee wellbeing including global employee engagement surveys, reward and recognition programs and wellness challenges.

 Global Collaboration and Impact

Be part of a diverse international team working on projects in over 40 countries all focused on improving global health outcomes

 

Our big and bold mission to improve the health of millions of people worldwide needs a diverse and innovative team to deliver it. So we foster a dynamic, inclusive and flexible workplace where each individual can bring their best selves to work.  

We value workplace diversity and encourage applications from people living with disability; women; Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; people who identify as LGBTIQ+; mature-aged people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.  

 

Why The George? 

We are committed to attracting, developing, rewarding and retaining the best people in their fields to conduct and support our innovative and highest quality research programs. 

Take advantage of our rewards you may enjoy as part of The George team.  

  • Generous salary packaging benefits increasing your take home pay 
  • Learning and career development opportunities 
  • Extra leave days including extended Christmas break and study leave 
  • YourFlex arrangements e.g. start/finish times, purchase leave, location 
  • A global, diverse, inclusive team committed to making impact 

 

 

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