Clinical Trials Trainee

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Macquarie University’s world class Clinical Trials Unit is offering Clinical Trials traineeship opportunities. Gain skills, experience and certifications to kick start your clinical trial career.

THE ROLE- Salary Package: From $61,243 per annum (HEW Level 3), plus 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading- Appointment Type: Full time, Fixed term 12-month program- Location: Macquarie University (North Ryde) NSW

We are seeking enthusiastic individuals passionate about clinical trials. Be part of our Clinical Trials Trainee Program and get the opportunity to work with a world class Clinical Trials team in a supportive environment to do meaningful work whilst learning valuable skills and being exposed to all aspects of implementing Clinical Trials.

The structured program will run for 12 months including rotations with the clinical teams, start up team and laboratory teams of a busy clinical trials unit. The trainee will gain Good Clinical Practice and IATA accreditation and basic skills for an entry level position in clinical trials.

As a Clinical Trials Trainee, you will be expected to undertake entry level tasks assigned during the rotations and will gain skills in:
- Collecting and accurately filing documents to maintain a clinical trial investigator site file- Submitting documents for Ethics review e.g. trial annual reports or trial amendments- Drafting preliminary budgets for a clinical trials based on a protocol schedule of events- Processing and shipping clinical trial samples to a central lab- Preparing a clinic list and preparing for a clinical trial patient visit- Collecting blood from a patient under direct supervision- Collecting and recording vital signs and an ECG on a clinical trial patient- Collecting and accurately recording concomitant medications and adverse events during a trial patient interview- Completing data entry for clinical trial patient visits and addressing database queries- Tracking and reconciling patient reimbursement for clinical trial visits

AND so much more

About You

You will be an empathetic individual with a passion for clinical trials. You will have initiative and work well as a collaborative part of a team. You will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills; you will enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with excellent time management skills.

About Us

The Macquarie University

Clinical Trials Program

at the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Health Sciences was set up in January 2013 to provide patients with opportunities to participate in the latest medical advances in cancer treatment. The Program has since continued to grow with research into a range of therapeutic areas drawing from the University’s research centres and works closely with industry sponsors to deliver timely access to cutting-edge therapies and investigations into the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of a range of diseases. We have a team of over 40 staff working on well over 100 clinical trials for investigators who are involved and committed to clinical trials. The team is well resourced and supported and has a highly collaborative team culture.

Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Since our foundation 54 years ago, we have aspired to be a different type of university. Over the years, we’ve grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community.

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**Benefits**:
- 12-month contract (full-time) with possibility to lead to further employment opportunities- Opportunity to learn multiple aspects of Clinical Trials- Additional in-house training and certifications in GCP and Venepuncture- Mentorship from the CTU Quality Manager- Rewarding & inclusive culture

To Apply

To be considered for this opportunity, please provide your resume, cover letter outlining your suitability and motivation for the role, and your responses to the selection criteria.

Selection Criteria:
- Progress towards (preferably completion of) a tertiary qualification in life sciences or health or a related discipline.- Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills- Demonstrated ability to work as part of team.- Time management skills, ability to prioritise, manage competing tasks, and meet deadlines- Excellent attention to detail and computer skills

In addition, please tell us about any exposure you have had to clinical trials, why you are passionate about clinical trials, and how you would benefit from this trainee opportunity.

Note: This position requires you to comply with occupational screening, assessment and vaccinations in line with Macquarie University health requirements. You may also have to satisfy Macquarie University that you meet all background checks (including criminal record and qualification checks).

Applications for this position are only being accepted from Australian citizens or permanent residents or people with full working rig