About Us

Doherty Clinical Trials Ltd (DCT) accelerates the development of novel medicines and vaccines through innovative early-phase and human challenge trials. Our purpose-built facility in East Melbourne features a 25-bed inpatient unit, isolation rooms, screening and outpatient areas, and a PC2 laboratory.

The Opportunity

The Study Coordinator is responsible for the coordination of key clinical trial tasks, including preparation and maintenance of clinical trial documents, liaising with project team members and operational staff, managing participants on assigned clinical trials, and contributing to the reporting to relevant stakeholders. This role is fundamental to ensuring effective execution of clinical trials.

The Role

The Study Coordinator is responsible for the coordination of key clinical trials tasks, including participant management, project implementation, project implementation, and data management in line with the clinical trial protocol.

The Study Coordinator will oversee the creation of study documentations, management of participants throughout the recruitment and on-study periods, facilitate safety monitoring processes, and ensure accurate data entry. The role also involves communication with stakeholders, ensuring compliant, and contributing to quality improvement and safety measures to achieve trial milestones. This role suits a highly motivated individual, who is able to manage multiple priorities in a busy environment.

About You

To be successful in this position,



you will have excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated experience clinical trial study coordination. In addition, you will have well developed judgement and decision-making skills to prioritise conflicting demands and meet deadlines. You will also be a team player with the ability to support others in the team as needed.

You will possess:

- Strong administrative and coordination experience in a busy, fast-paced setting, with a track record of managing schedules, records and documentation accurately. Clinical research experience is advantageous but not essential.

- Motivation and willingness to learn, with a genuine interest in building knowledge of clinical trials and Good Clinical Practice (GCP)

- Effective communication skills are essential, with the ability to interact clearly, professionally and proactively communicate with team members and participants.

- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities at once and balance competing demands in a busy environment, while collaborating with internal Doherty Clinical Trials staff to ensure study timelines and quality standards are met.





- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage and communicate effectively with key stakeholders throughout the clinical trial process.

- High attention to detail and a strong ability to manage and ensure the accuracy of data, records and documentation, including confident use of everyday IT systems and a willingness to learn new databases.

- Team-orientated mindset with a willingness to support colleagues within the team and broader organisation and contribute to the smooth operation of the clinical trials.

- Ability to adjust to various roles within the clinical trial, based on team needs and the evolving requirements of the study.

Qualifications and Experience

- Tertiary qualification in a science, health, medical, nursing or a-related field, or equivalent relevant experience.

- Understanding of clinical trial activities and requirements is desirable but not essential, training and mentoring will be provided.

- Completion of a GCP course & accreditation is desirable, or a willingness to complete one after commencing in the role.

Requirements:

- To protect the health and safety of participants, staff and other healthcare workers, vaccination for certain diseases is highly recommended for staff.

- Supply or willing to undergo clearances as required (i.e. National Police Check).

Shortlisting will commence immediately, so please send your application without delay.

Applications close tbc

If you would like a copy of the position description or for a confidential discussion about the role, please contact The Engaged Space, ••••@theengagedspace.com.au.

📌 Study Coordinator (Melbourne)
🏢 The Engaged Space
📍 Melbourne