About the Role

SCR is seeking casual, part-time and full-time Clinical Unit Assistant's to support the day-to-day operations of our clinical research unit. This is a hands-on, people-focused role that plays an important part in the delivery of safe, efficient, and high-quality clinical trials. Working closely with nurses, investigators, and research staff, you will assist with participant visits, clinical unit operations, and study support activities - helping to ensure a professional, welcoming, and fully compliant environment for participants, sponsors, and staff.

This role is ideal for someone with a strong interest in healthcare or clinical research who is organised, reliable, and committed to patient care and quality.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Trial & Participant Support

- Welcome, escort, and assist clinical trial participants, ensuring comfort, dignity, and privacy
- Provide non-clinical support during participant visits (e.g. patient flow, forms, documentation)
- Provide basic clinical support during visits, including:
- Height and weight
- Vital signs
- Urinalysis
- Venipuncture (if trained)

- Assist with appointment scheduling and visit coordination
- Set up and pack down consultation and treatment rooms
- Maintain room readiness, cleanliness, and adequate stock levels
- Monitor and order consumables and clinical supplies

Documentation & Data Support
- Maintain accurate clinical and administrative records in line with SCR SOPs
- Apply Good Documentation Practice and ALCOA++ principles
- Assist with data entry and system updates
- Support preparation of study documentation and reports

Quality, Compliance & Safety
- Adhere to Good Clinical Practice (GCP), SCR SOPs, and regulatory requirements
- Maintain strict participant confidentiality and privacy
- Report hazards, incidents,



or protocol deviations promptly
- Support infection control, workplace health and safety, and emergency procedures

Teamwork & Communication
- Work collaboratively with clinical and research teams
- Maintain training records and complete required study and role-based training
- Participate in staff meetings, briefings, and continuous improvement activities
- Communicate professionally with participants, colleagues, sponsors, and visitors

About You

You are a reliable and organised team player who values patient care and quality outcomes. You bring a qualified approach, strong attention to detail, and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced clinical environment. Essential Skills & Attributes
- Strong commitment to patient safety and service excellence
- High attention to detail and ability to follow protocols
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Well organised, dependable, and adaptable
- Professional presentation and behaviour

Technical Skills
- Basic Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Accurate data entry skills (training provided for research systems)
- Understanding of patient confidentiality and privacy requirements

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

- Certificate III or IV in Health Services Assistance, Business Administration, or similar
- Medical or Nursing student (or equivalent experience)
- Previous experience in healthcare, hospital, or clinical trial support roles
- Knowledge of clinical research, GCP, or willingness to learn
- Current First Aid Certificate
- Venipuncture skills

Why Join SCR?

- Opportunity to work in a world-class clinical research environment
- Meaningful role supporting clinical trials that improve patient outcomes
- Supportive, professional, and collaborative team culture
- Training and development within clinical research

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