Job Description:

Job no: 0059522
Location: Hospital based
Role type: Part-time/Full-time (0.8-1.0 FTE); Fixed-term for 12 months
Faculty: Medicine Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department/School: Melbourne Medical School, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Salary: UOM 4 – $73,943 - $78,476 p.a. (pro rata for part-time) plus 17% super

• Join a dedicated and multidisciplinary team of experts, working towards the common goal of advancing rare cancer research.
• Gain valuable experience in clinical trial administration, with opportunities for career growth and development within the department.
• $73,943 - $78,476 p.a. (pro rata for part-time), plus 17% super, and benefits!

About the Role
This Clinical Trial Administration Assistant – Rare Cancers position offers a unique opportunity to work with a dedicated team of multidisciplinary experts in the field of gynaecological cancer research. As part of this team, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate data entry and follow-up of rare cancer data, working closely with other team members to support important research projects and protocols. This is an exciting role that offers great development opportunities for anyone looking to make a meaningful impact in the field of cancer research.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Provide day-to-day administration support for the Rare Cancer Program cluster by requesting participant data from referring clinicians and institutions, deidentifying, filing, and inputting participant data, and maintaining data logs.
• Assist in responding to incoming requests from external clinicians, participants, and other researchers, as well as from internal team members.
• Adhere to hospital policies and procedures, maintain established clinical and research governance in accordance with the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC).
• Attend and contribute to research group and broader department meetings, assist with sample acquisition/couriering/arrangements.

Who We Are Looking For
You have well-developed interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, you can work effectively in a team environment, liaise with internal and external stakeholders, and communicate complex information with clarity and accuracy. You should be motivated by the opportunity to work with a dedicated team of experts in the field of rare cancer research and make a meaningful impact in improving patient outcomes.

You will also have:

• Good organisational skills, attention to detail and data management skills that ensure the smooth delivery of study outcomes while managing competing demands and conflicting deadlines.
• Demonstrated level of competency with Microsoft Office Suite and software packages, including Word, Excel, Power point.
• Proven capacity to work both within a team as well as the ability to work independently with minimal supervision on agreed tasks, within a framework of broad guidelines and procedures.

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.

This position requires the incumbent to hold a current and valid Working with Children Check to ensure the University provides a safe environment for everyone.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Your New Team – Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
The Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at the University of Melbourne offers a unique opportunity for candidates to be a part of a world-renowned centre of excellence in academic Obstetrics, Gynaecology, and Neonatal Paediatrics. With a strong research base, significant funding, and a commitment to upholding the Faculty values, the Department is a leader in women's health research. As a staff member, you'll have the opportunity to work with a team of clinical academics, research fellows, and administrative personnel, and contribute to the Department's mission to provide high-quality academic services. Join us in our journey to make a positive impact on the world.

What We Offer You!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page!

About the University of Melbourne
We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn.

Be Yourself
We value the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.

We encourage and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.

We are dedicated to ensuring barrier-free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments with the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected].

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
We recognise that reconciliation is central to our purpose. For more information, please visit our Reconciliation page.

Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
• The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)

^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria