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- Make a difference through Neuroscience Research
- 38 hours per week (+ ADO)

Austin Health is the major provider of tertiary health services, health professional education and research across three campuses in the north-east of Melbourne and statewide. We have a highly engaged, diverse and collaborative workforce that is unified by our goal to help people live healthy and fulfilled lives.

About the Department of Molecular Imaging and Therapy (MIT)

The Department of Molecular Imaging and Therapy (MIT) is a multidisciplinary service providing diagnostic imaging, therapy and research services and is one of Australia’s leading molecular imaging departments. The department has extensive PET/CT, SPECT/CT, radiopharmaceutical production and research capabilities, with established research programs in neuroscience and oncology.

The Neuroscience PET Research Program has a strong focus on the development and application of molecular imaging techniques for neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease. Research activities include beta-amyloid imaging in ageing and dementia and dopaminergic imaging in Parkinson's disease. The program works collaboratively with research and industry partners, including the University of Melbourne, the Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health, CSIRO and international organisations.

About the role

The Clinical Trial Coordinator supports the safe,



efficient and compliant coordination of clinical trials and research studies undertaken within the MIT Neuroscience PET Research Program. The role reports to the Neuroscience Research Manager and works closely with investigators, research nurses, technologists, scientists, nursing and medical staff, external trial teams and study monitors to ensure study activities are delivered in accordance with approved protocols, Good Clinical Practice and relevant Austin Health requirements.

A regular day will see you:

- Coordinate assigned clinical trials and research studies from study set-up through recruitment, study visits, follow-up and close-out activities.
- Maintain familiarity with current protocols, investigator brochures, study manuals, ethics/governance approvals and study-specific requirements.
- Ensure study activities and documentation are completed accurately, within required timeframes and in accordance with approved protocols and delegated responsibilities.
- Coordinate participant screening, appointments, imaging visits and follow-up, including communication of study and preparation requirements.

About you

You will have excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to excellence in patient care. You'll bring energy and drive to your work, and have a keen interest in developing your skill set.

To be successful in this role, you'll have:





- A Registered Nurse (Division 1) registration with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia.
- Considerable nursing knowledge and experience (at least 3 years) or interest demonstrating the appropriate competencies and skills for the job and clinical setting.
- Competency in venepuncture and/or IV cannulation.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage time efficiently and prioritise delegated tasks.
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

Desirable but not essential:

- Previous experience coordinating clinical trials, clinical research or complex participant-based research studies.
- Experience in PET, nuclear medicine, radiology, neuroscience, or another imaging-based clinical environment.
- Current Good Clinical Practice certification, or ability to obtain and maintain certification.
- Hold a current Radiation User License to perform safe injection of radiopharmaceuticals, or be willing to obtain certification.

Working at Austin Health means enjoying a strong sense of purpose, engaging in meaningful work every day. Our people also receive a variety of rewarding advantages, including:

- Greater take-home pay through generous salary packaging, for living expenses, meals, and holiday accommodation.
- A suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you, including discounted fitness memberships and special offers on health insurance, and a comprehensive wellbeing program.
- Onsite childcare at Austin Hospital, easy access via public transport and car parking options.
- Mentoring and career development opportunities.

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📌 Clinical Trial Coordinator (Melbourne)
🏢 Austin Health
📍 Melbourne