Study Coordinator

**Role Type**: Full-time, 12-month contract with potential to extend
Exciting Study Coordinator Opportunity - Manage a High-Impact International Project
**The opportunity**:
This position offers an opportunity to coordinate a global health research project alongside the Principal Investigator, Dr Myra Hardy. The Study Coordinator will join the dynamic and diverse MCRI Tropical Diseases Group, which is led by Prof Andrew Steer. This study is a collaborative effort between MCRI, Kirby Institute at University of New South Wales, Medicines Development for Global Health, and Fiji National Ministry of Health and Medical Services.
The project is a randomised controlled trial of mass drug administration combinations for neglected tropical diseases (lymphatic filariasis, scabies and strongyloidiasis) in Fiji. The position will cover the project cycle of design, planning, and implementation. The role will involve living and working in Fiji for estimated 9 months providing support and direction to the study teams in the field. This role presents a dynamic blend of challenges and rewards, demanding a self-driven professional who thrives in a new environment and excels at overcoming obstacles with expertise and independence.
**Your responsibilities include**:
Managing project team to deliver required study outcomes
Contributing to the development of new study/research protocols and ensure the effective management of the study and care requirements of the participants are fully considered
Following and initiating standard operating procedures (SOPs), study/research protocols and guidelines, and work improvement practices
Assisting and contributing to data generation for research, publications and literature reviews
Collecting documents needed to initiate the study and submit to the sponsor (where applicable)
**What we need from you**:
Degree/Honours qualification in Science, medicine, public health or related discipline OR an appropriate level of experience in a relevant field
Ability to travel and live internationally - estimated 9 months living in Fiji
Appropriate level of expertise gained from a combination of experience, training or professional accreditation
Experience in participating in the planning, conduct and coordination of projects
Experience in managing multi-disciplinary and culturally diverse teams
**Desirable**: Experience in low
- and middle-income countries or similar environments
What’s in it for you?
**Maximise Your Pay**: Benefit from salary packaging, including entertainment and novated leases
**Make a Difference**: Collaborate with a team passionate about making a positive impact
**Employee Wellbeing**: Benefit from our health and wellbeing program, including free access to the Employee Assistance Program
Who we are
Murdoch Children’s Research Institute envisions a transformative future for child health. Our institute is a hub of impactful scientific breakthroughs, particularly in early interventions, enhanced diagnosis, prevention, and potential cures. We thrive on collaborative, multidisciplinary problem-solving to address challenging queries in child health. Committed to inclusivity and respect, we foster a positive working environment that values diverse backgrounds and experiences. As a proud member of the Australian Network on Disability and a dedicated supporter of Science Australia Gender Equity (SAGE), we uphold principles of equal opportunity and diverse representation.
We are committed to the safety of children and young people and takes a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of child abuse, exploitation and harm. Child safety is prioritised in our decision-making at all levels of the Institute.
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A cover letter addressing the selection criteria/ ‘what we need from you’
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No recruitment agencies please.
Position Description
**Applications close**: Saturday 01 March 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight time
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