Senior Clinical Research Coordinator

• Northern Adelaide Local Health Network – Lyell McEwin Hospital – Elizabeth Vale
• Salary (plus Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice benefits):
• OPS5 $82,090 - $87,758 p.a.
• PO2 $88,255 - $97,667 p.a.
• Temporary Full-Time, up to 25 September 2026

About the Role:

The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network is seeking a Senior Clinical Research Coordinator to make a meaningful impact on patient care through cutting-edge research initiatives.

The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) is a leading provider of public healthcare services in South Australia.

We're seeking an experienced research professional to lead clinical trials and coordinate complex research projects. In this role you will:

• coordinate multi-site clinical trials from inception to completion
• ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and ethical standards
• mentor junior research staff and build collaborative relationships
• manage participant recruitment, data collection, and study protocols
• liaise with principal investigators, sponsors and regulatory bodies

To be eligible for this position at PO2 classification, you must hold a degree in Science, Health Science, Allied Health or other related discipline.

About You:

To be successful in this role you will possess demonstrated experience in clinical research coordination, strong project management and communication skills, working knowledge of Good Clinical Practice guidelines and the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Apply now to become part of our innovative research team at NALHN.

About Us:

The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) serves over 400,000 people in northern Adelaide with a comprehensive range of high-quality medical services, including emergency, surgical, obstetric, neonatal, paediatric, oncology, geriatric, palliative care and rehabilitation, and mental health care. Recently, NALHN has upgraded its facilities and plans to expand further. The network provides primary health care with a focus on community health promotion and chronic disease management. With nearly 6,500 employees, NALHN emphasises quality care and a supportive work environment guided by respect, integrity, and accountability. Our core values foster excellence, innovation, and equitable health outcomes.

At NALHN Everyone Has a Story, Everyone Matters, Everyone Contributes and Everyone Grows.

Benefits of working at NALHN:

From salary packaging to flexible working arrangements, a large range of opportunities for movement and career progression, you'll find there are lots of benefits of working with Northern Adelaide Local Health Network.

Salary packaging is an option for saving money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed.

Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants from interstate or overseas.

NALHN supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check.

Check(s):

• National Police Check (National Police Certificate) for general employment probity, vulnerable person-related employment and aged care sector screening – apply to any of the accredited bodies approved to offer a service direct to the public. Accreditation is provided by the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission. See our National Police Certificate accredited bodies page for links to lodge screening requests.

Immunisation Risk for this position is – Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 914247

Enquiries:

Andy Phay

Clinical Research Manager

Phone:

E-mail:

Application Closing Date:

19 September 2025 – 11.55PM

Role Description and Further Information:

Senior Clinical Research Coordinator - OPS5 - role

Senior Clinical Research Coordinator - PO2 - role

* Refer to the SA Health Career Website – How to apply for further information.