Clinical Trials Assistant

Opportunity to join our Medical Oncology Clinical Trials Unit to provide overall support for both industry sponsored and investigator-initiated research activities, relating to Medical Oncology, provide assistance with laboratory processing including the collection, receipt and store of all biological specimens, and support the development of quality standard operating procedures (SOP's), site-specific protocols and processes for the unit.

This is a 12 month fixed-term, full-time role, based in Richmond. You will be part of the Epworth’s Medical Oncology Clinical Trials Unit and report to the Medical Oncology Clinical Trials Manager.

**You will make an impact by**:

- Providing support for both industry sponsored and investigator-initiated research activities, relating to Medical Oncology.
- Providing assistance with laboratory processing including the collection, receipt and store of all biological specimens.
- Supporting the development of quality of standard operating procedures (SOP’s), site-specific protocols and processes for the unit
- Supporting all clinical research data entry requirements
- Assisting with general administrative work that pertains to Medical Oncology.

**To be successful in this role**
A natural communicator, you have a caring, supportive and empathetic approach. Comfortable working both autonomously and as part of a team, you are able to build effective working relationships with your colleagues, key stakeholders and sponsors.

**_ You will have:_**
- Minimum of 1 years’ experience in a clinical setting within a hospital or pharmaceuticals setting
- Previous experience working with tissue/blood sample collections, processing and storage
- Excellent time management skills, are able to manage multiple priorities and have a keen eye for detail.

Position Description Inherent Requirements

**About Epworth Richmond**

Epworth Richmond is a rapidly growing, fast-paced and dynamic teaching hospital where you will work alongside highly skilled practitioners in all areas. You will challenge your skills, broaden your experience, and grow your expertise through exposure to a wide range of clinical specialties, treatment options and the latest in technology. Epworth will support you to provide the best possible care to our patients by continually investing in your education, better facilities, and technologies.

**Qualifications**:

- Relevant tertiary qualifications in health or science

**Additional Information**:
**Why Join Epworth?**

At Epworth, it’s a community.

It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:

- Salary package up to $15,900 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.

**Ready to Make a Difference?**

To apply, click the **I'm Interested** button to attach your CV and cover letter (as a single file).

**_ Please Note:_**_ Applications are reviewed as received. Don’t wait—this role may be filled before the closing date._
- 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._