Job Description

Position: Medical Officer – Classification 3 (MO3)
Location: Canberra, Parramatta, Brisbane or Melbourne
Start date: ASAP
Duration: Approx. 12 months with potential to extend
Pay rate: $113.22 – $118.54 per hour plus 12% superannuation
Requirements: Must be an Australian citizen and be a registered Medical Practitioner with AHPRA

Overview:

SOS Recruitment is seeking an experienced Medical Officer – Classification 3 (MO3) to join a Federal Government agency.

The successful candidate will play a key role in evaluating complex clinical data and scientific evidence to support regulatory decisions relating to prescription medicines. This position involves providing expert clinical and scientific advice, preparing evidence-based recommendations and contributing to the assessment and approval of prescription medicines in Australia.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified medical practitioner to apply their clinical expertise in a regulatory environment, contributing to the safety, quality and effectiveness of medicines available to Australians.

Responsibilities:

- Undertake critical evaluations of complex clinical data and scientific evidence submitted in support of prescription medicine applications.

- Provide expert clinical and scientific advice to support regulatory assessments and decision-making.

- Prepare comprehensive, evidence-based evaluation reports and recommendations relating to the registration and variation of prescription medicines.

- Assess the safety, efficacy and quality of prescription medicines in accordance with relevant regulatory frameworks.





- Apply specialised clinical knowledge and sound judgement when reviewing complex medical and scientific information.

- Contribute to the timely assessment of applications while maintaining high standards of accuracy, quality and regulatory integrity.

- Support operational and strategic objectives through effective collaboration with internal stakeholders and regulatory teams.

Experience/requirements:

Mandatory:

- Hold a recognised qualification in Medicine.

- Be registered as a medical practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

- Demonstrated ability to critically evaluate complex clinical data and scientific evidence.

- Strong clinical judgement, analytical skills and ability to develop evidence-based recommendations.

- Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear and comprehensive clinical evaluation reports.

Desirable:

- Previous experience working within a health, regulatory or scientific setting, preferably in medicines regulation.

- Understanding of Australia's risk-based regulatory framework for therapeutic goods.

- Knowledge of Australian Government regulatory processes and decision-making frameworks.

- Experience assessing clinical evidence relating to prescription medicines.

- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage complex assessments within required timeframes.

Apply now or contact SOS Recruitment on 6260 8888 for a confidential discussion.

SOS Recruitment is committed to workplace diversity and equity in employment. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, women, people with family responsibilities, and individuals from diverse cultural, linguistic, religious and LGBTIQ backgrounds.

📌 Medical Officer - Classification 3 (Canberra)
🏢 SOS Recruitment
📍 Canberra