Senior Project Officer

Senior Project Officer – Clinical Trials

Join clinicaltrialsNSW at Ministry of Health for an exciting ongoing employment opportunity and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.

About us

• Our core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment are more than just words – they're the guiding principles that shape every aspect of our work.
• Committed to fostering diverse and inclusive workplace for all.
• Build your career in health policy and healthcare quality

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About the role

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enhancing health and wellness while developing your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

The Senior Policy Officer – Clinical Trials will work in clinicaltrialsNSW to deliver the Quality Recognition Scheme (QRS). The QRS assesses the conduct of units delivering clinical trial services in NSW. The role is a key part of how clinicaltrialsNSW assures a strong framework for health and medical research, and assists Local Health Districts and Specialty Networks to develop excellence in care delivery.

Crown Clerk 9/10, starting salary from $129,464 - $142,665 plus Super and annual leave loading, with a 35-hour work week, work location- 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards

For more information, please read the full Role Description.

What you'll be doing

• Managing the operations of the QRS
• Assessing sites against the QRS standards, including visits to sites
• Maintaining currency and relevance of the QRS standards
• Supporting the Navigator service, addressing queries inbound to clinicaltrialsNSW
• Contributing expertise to the development of the clinicaltrialsNSW program of work

About you

We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with:

• In depth knowledge of clinical trial site operations and working knowledge of the regulatory framework governing clinical research practice
• A relevant tertiary qualification
• Experience in quality, audit, or operations management
• The ability to travel to sites in NSW on a regular basis
• The ability to act in an ethical and professional manner, suitable for an assessor role

How to apply

At The Ministry of Health, we want you to make the most of the opportunities you'll get to grow your skills and your career, surrounded by authentic, smart people and leaders.

Please review the role description and submit your up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages) and Cover letter (1-2 pages maximum) explaining your interest and motivation in applying for this role and highlighting your relevant skills.

Use the link below to access our Capability Application tool, designed to help you excel in the recruitment process. Practice your responses with the example questions provided to effectively highlight your achievements and the strategies you used to accomplish them.

Capability application tool | NSW Public Service Commission

For role related queries or questions contact Kathleen Irish and quote REQ

If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact Khloe Yang

Closing Date: 11:59pm Sunday 26 October 2025

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

At the Ministry of Health, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply, please visit The Stepping Up Initiative.

To be eligible for employment in these roles you must be an Australian citizen, or a permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work in Australia.

Additional information

• This recruitment will be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
• For more information on applying visit the Ministry of Health Career portal
• Please note the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.

Don't miss your chance to embark on this fulfilling journey Apply now

Applications Close: 11:59pm Sunday 26 October 2025