Job Description: Oncology Clinical Trial Manager - 3 days per week Part time | Fixed Term | Senior Leadership Opportunity
Join a globally renowned Oncology Clinical Trial Program About St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is part of St Vincent's Health Australia and is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service.
With more than 6,500 staff across 18 sites throughout Melbourne, SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services, including acute medical and surgical care, sub‐acute services, medical diagnostics, rehabilitation, allied health, mental health, palliative care, correctional health and community residential care.
SVHM is one of Australia's leading Catholic not‐for‐profit healthcare providers, committed to delivering compassionate, high‐quality care while advancing research and innovation.
About the Oncology Trials Unit The St Vincent's Oncology Trials Unit is a leading clinical research service dedicated to advancing cancer treatment through innovative national and international clinical trials.
Working in partnership with leading medical oncologists, researchers, pharmaceutical sponsors and cooperative research groups, the unit delivers cutting‐edge clinical trials that provide patients with access to emerging therapies and contribute to the future of cancer care.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Oncology Clinical Trial Manager to provide strategic and operational leadership across our Oncology Trials Unit.
This senior leadership position offers the opportunity to oversee a diverse portfolio of investigator‐initiated and industry‐sponsored clinical trials, while supporting and developing a passionate multidisciplinary team.
You will play a key role in driving research excellence, developing strategic partnerships and ensuring the successful delivery of high‐quality clinical trials for patients, researchers and stakeholders.
You will be responsible for the operational, financial and regulatory oversight of the Oncology Trials Unit, with a focus on sustainability, compliance, growth and the identification of new research opportunities.
Classification: JB13 ($118,****** per annum, pro rata for part time).
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Operations Provide strategic and operational leadership across the Oncology Trials Unit
Lead the planning, development,



implementation and management of new and ongoing clinical trials
Oversee a diverse portfolio of early‐phase, investigator‐led and industry‐sponsored research
Support and lead a multidisciplinary team to achieve high‐quality research outcomes
Drive continuous improvement, research excellence and best‐practice clinical trial delivery
Research & Partnerships Identify and secure new research opportunities through feasibility assessments and strategic stakeholder engagement
Develop and maintain solid relationships with medical oncologists, researchers, pharmaceutical sponsors and cooperative research groups
Act as the primary contact for clinical trial matters across internal and external stakeholders
Contribute to innovative research that has the potential to influence future standards of cancer treatment
Financial & Regulatory Oversight Provide financial oversight of the clinical trials portfolio, supporting the sustainability and growth of the unit
Ensure clinical trials are conducted in accordance with relevant regulatory, ethical and Good Clinical Practice requirements
Maintain strong governance and compliance across research activities
Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and trial performance
About You
Demonstrated leadership experience within a clinical trials environment
Strong understanding of oncology research, clinical trial processes and regulatory requirements
Experience in oncology, haematology or another relevant health‐related clinical trial environment
Demonstrated experience coordinating and managing clinical trials within a hospital setting
Strong stakeholder management and relationship‐building skills
Experience working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Excellent organisational, communication and problem‐solving skills
Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high‐quality outcomes
Completion of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training
What We Offer
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Opportunity to work within a globally recognised oncology clinical trials program
A supportive multidisciplinary environment focused on research excellence and innovation
The opportunity to contribute to clinical trials that may shape the future of cancer treatment
At St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne, we are committed to creating a workplace that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine‐preventable diseases in healthcare settings.
Employees are therefore required to comply with the SVHA Staff Health Screening Immunisation Policy.
Depending on the role performed, this may require mandatory immunisations and vaccinations, including influenza vaccination.
Closing Date: 1 November *******:59pm
Reconciliation Action Plan: At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees.
As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
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📌 Oncology Clinical Trial Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 St Vincent's Health Australia
📍 Melbourne