Clinical Research Assistant - Oncology Trials

About the role

Icon Cancer Centre Wesley is seeking a Clinical Research Assistant to support its clinical trials team in delivering medical oncology and haematology studies, including early phase clinical trials. Working alongside Clinical Research Coordinators, investigators, pharmacists, oncology nurses and governance professionals, the role provides practical and administrative support so trials run safely, efficiently and to a high standard. It suits someone with a health science, nursing or allied health background who wants to build a career in clinical research.

Key responsibilities

• Collect, process and dispatch samples and materials required by clinical trial protocols
• Prepare and maintain clinical trial laboratory kits, supplies and samples
• Prepare participant visit requirements and help schedule appointments
• Liaise with external hospitals and healthcare providers to obtain tissue, pathology or medical information
• Support Clinical Research Coordinators and investigators with trial administration and documentation
• Prepare trial documentation for investigator review and sign-off
• Maintain investigator site files in line with Good Clinical Practice
• Support the collection of source data that is attributable, legible, contemporaneous, original and accurate
• Work with study monitors and facilitate on-site and remote monitoring
• Occasionally travel between clinics to support cross-site research

Required profile

• Relevant undergraduate qualification in health sciences, nursing or an allied health field, or current enrolment in one
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• High attention to detail and a commitment to quality
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work independently and collaboratively
• Genuine interest in oncology, haematology and clinical research
• Experience in pathology or laboratory processing is highly regarded but not essential

Required skills

• Confidence using Microsoft Office applications and databases

What we offer

• Permanent full-time, Monday to Friday, approximately 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, with no regular weekend work
• Structured training, ongoing professional development and progression opportunities within a national research network
• A collaborative team of experienced researchers