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YOUR ROLE IN THE FUTURE
Research Manager
Ongoing, Full-Time Position (80 hours per fortnight) with Monthly ADO
Part-time (0.8 EFT) may be considered
Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre is seeking an experienced and motivated Research Manager to join the Department of Radiation Oncology (DRO). This is a key leadership role within one of Australia's most successful and dynamic radiation oncology research programs.
About the Department
The Department of Radiation Oncology at Peter Mac is the largest radiation oncology clinical research department in Australia, supporting a diverse and active portfolio of clinical trials and research projects across five hospital campuses. The department is recognised for its creative, investigator-led research and strong collaborative culture.
About the Role
Reporting within the DRO leadership structure, the Research Manager provides strategic leadership and operational oversight of clinical research and clinical trials across the department. You will play a central role in driving research excellence, supporting investigators, and leading a team of clinical trial professionals.
Key Responsibilities
• Contribute to strategic research planning and lead the operationalisation of research strategies to ensure departmental goals are achieved
• Oversee the operational management of clinical trials and clinical research projects across multiple campuses
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of clinical trial coordination staff
• Maintain and enhance support programs for researchers and investigators
• Manage research finances, including budgeting, reporting, and compliance
What We Offer
• A rare and impactful leadership opportunity overseeing a large clinical trials portfolio and low-risk research activity across all DRO campuses
• Exposure to innovative, investigator-led research that offers variety and ongoing professional challenge
• Strong support structures, including a Deputy Research Manager and an established internal network for collaboration, advice, and peer support
This role is ideal for a confident research leader who thrives in a complex, fast-paced clinical research environment and is passionate about enabling high-quality cancer research.
Remuneration as per Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement *********. SNR RESEARCH FELLOW LEVEL C (1RV1): $121,****** – (1RV6): $140,****** (full-time equivalent - to be prorated for Part Time) dependent on candidate experience. To be discussed with Hiring Manager.
Our Benefits
We offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally, including:
• Up to $11,660 in salary packaging to increase your take home pay
• Discounted health insurance and eye care
• A comprehensive health and wellbeing program
• Public transport options at our doorstep and end of trip facilities for cyclists
• Onsite eateries and coffee shops and inviting rooftop garden spaces
• Pathways for professional development and new career opportunities
• Five weeks annual leave, 17.5% leave loading, purchased leave options and monthly ADO's
• Flexible working hours
Inclusion and Belonging
Peter Mac celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community. We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles.Peter Mac is a child safe organisation, and we do not tolerate child abuse. We support and value all children and young people. We promote and prioritise the safety of children who are in our care or visiting our campuses.
Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you we warmly invite you to apply, and encourage your early application.



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For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile.
Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion.
Hiring Manager:
Sandro Porceddu
Email:
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Applications close: 11:59PM Sunday 22nd February ****
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Position Summary
The purpose of the position is to provide leadership and effective management of clinical research and clinical trials within the Department of Radiation Oncology (DRO). The Research Manager is responsible for:
Participation in strategic research planning and operationalisation of the strategy, ensuring research goals are achieved.
Operational management of radiation oncology clinical trials and research projects across 5 Peter Mac campuses including feasibility, budget management and resource allocation.
Management of a team of clinical trial coordination staff including training, professional development, workload, and recruitment.
Maintaining and enhancing a support program for researchers including practical assistance in project development, grant and ethics and governance applications, budgets, GCP compliance and education.
In conjunction with the finance team, ensure effective monitoring and management of budgets for grants and cost centre oversight.
To contribute to the development and implementation of clinical research governance, leadership, and strategy at Peter Mac.
Ensuring all clinical trials are conducted in accordance with the study protocol and in line
with the regulatory, ethical, and legal requirements outlined by ICH-GCP, the NHMRC National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Human Research, and applicable laws and institutional policies.
Enterprise Agreement
Allied Health Professionals
Classification or Salary Range
SNR RESEARCH FELLOW LEVEL C
Immunisation Risk Category
Immunisation Category C
Key Relationships
Internal
Department of Radiation Oncology (DRO) leadership team
Radiation oncology clinical researchers
Tumour streams and Peter Mac clinical staff
Radiation Oncology clinical trials team
DRO Business Manager
Department and institute finance teams
OCR and Peter Mac Department research managers
Ethics and Governance office
Clinical Research Unit
Biostatistics and Clinical Trials (BACT)
PCCTU
Grants office
Legal team
Administrative staff
External
Collaborative clinical trial groups (inc: TROG, ANZUP, ALTG, BCT, AGITG, NRG Oncology)
Grant funding bodies
Partnering hospitals and service providers
Commercial companies and trial sponsors
International collaborators
University of Melbourne
VCCC partners and collaborators
Skills
Essential Requirements
High level management skills including leadership, staff management experience and confidence and ability to make decisions.
Broad clinical research experience including low and high risk research and experience in investigator led research
At least 3 years clinical trial management experience inclusive of project development, feasibility, ethics & governance, trial conduct and data management.
Knowledge of the research grant application process and grant management.
Expert knowledge of Australian regulatory requirements including TGA, ICH GCP, A-CTEC, National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Human Research and understanding of international regulatory and research governance requirements
Desirable Requirements
Postgraduate degree in health sciences or equivalent
Change management experience
Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.




Research management experience in oncology
Budget preparation and tracking experience
Research contract management experience
Key Accountabilities
Key Accountabilities
Demonstrated by / Key Performance Indicators
1. Leadership in Clinical Research
Participates in the strategic planning activities and assists operational delivery of the DRO research strategy and program.
Provides expert advice relating to the conduct of clinical research to members of the Department, across all 5 campuses.
Provides expert advice, support and mentorship to Radiation Therapy and Physical Science Researchers, across all 5 campuses
Reviews research practice and implements appropriate change in line with national standards
Participates in department and institutional clinical research forums and meetings.
Ensures the conduct of clinical research is in accordance with TGA ICH GCP and the NHMRC National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Human Research and any other statutory and regulatory requirements (eg Privacy laws), in order to protect the research participants and quality of each study.
Contributes to the development of clinical research standards at Peter Mac by participating in relevant committees.
Ensures GCP training of all trial investigators and trial staff is complete
2. Effective team leadership and oversight of radiation oncology research
Leads, motivates, supports, develops, and retains the radiation oncology clinical research team utilising mentorship, objective setting and appraisal.
Ensures the initial and ongoing training, competency and professional needs of clinical trial coordinators are met.
Plans for future clinical trials staff resourcing needs in line with the strategic plan and future clinical trial development.
Oversees clinical trial implementation processes (feasibility, ethical, management, financial and resources implications) in DRO to ensure that planned research studies are commenced with all required approvals and without undue delay.
Ensures effective practices and communication processes are in place to meet the needs of patients, relatives, investigators and other members of the multidisciplinary/research team and the professional standards, regulatory and scientific requirements of each study.
In conjunction with the Director DRO and the DRO Lead forResearch, maintains processes to determine which clinical protocols are undertaken within department resources.
Monitor clinical trial implementation and conduct including study metrics, recruitment and study budget.
Key Accountabilities (Contd..)
Key Accountabilities
Demonstrated by / Key Performance Indicators
3.
Research Development, Support and Delivery
Works with grants team to highlight funding opportunities
Provides regulatory updates and other relevant research information for researchers.
Provides advice and support to members of the Department regarding protocol development, implementation, approvals and management.
Provides assistance with the grant application process, budget preparation and mentoring where appropriate.
Liaises with the Peter Mac Foundation, industry, and other relevant funding bodies to enhance opportunities to obtain research funding
4. Financial Management
Works with the Director of DRO, The DRO Business Manager, and the Commercial Finance Partner (CFP) to ensure good oversight and management of research funds, grants and the research cost centre funds.
Monitor clinical trial budgets including milestone payments, trial revenue, trial expenses and reporting.
Work with CFP and trial investigators to develop clinical trial and research project budgets.
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For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion.
Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.
WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC
Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.
Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.

📌 Research Manager - Radiation Oncology (Melbourne)
🏢 Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
📍 Melbourne