Clinical Research Coordinator

• Rapidly expanding organisation
• Monday to Friday, no weekend work
• Be a part of a supportive, friendly and growing team of specialists
• Full-time position available

Are you ready to be rewarded in research that changes people’s lives? Do you want to be part of a great team with a friendly culture and supportive team environment? You might be in the right place. 

About the Opportunity:

This unusually broad position will offer the successful candidate a rare opportunity to be involved in multiple clinical trials and conduct a wide spectrum of different tasks involved in clinical research. Duties include organising and conducting patient visits, developing study documentation, data entry, administration, communicating with doctors and study sponsors and orchestrating the many logistical elements required for our studies. 

For those who want to be challenged and learn new things, you will find the many varied tasks we offer in this role exciting and refreshing. As we are a small but busy team, good organisation and flexibility are essential in this role. We are looking for the best person to fit in our team and are willing to train those with limited experience. The position is 1.0 FTE. 

About Us:

Our doctors are global leaders and forerunners for treatments and therapies. 

Metro Pain Research Institute (MPRI) conducts clinical studies aimed at discovering new and improved treatments for patients suffering from chronic pain and other diseases. MPRI collaborates closely with Monash House Private Hospital (MHPH). Together, they form a group of specialist medical facilities dedicated to providing high-standard medical and interventional management for acute and chronic musculoskeletal, neuropathic, and other complex pain problems.

The data obtained from the research conducted is analysed in depth and the results are disseminated through the publication of articles in high-quality medical/scientific journals, and presentations at national and international conferences. MPRI performs both physician-initiated clinical trials and industry-sponsored clinical trials. This role typically focuses on medical devices and medications used for the treatment of chronic pain and other diseases. 

Why Join Us:

• Great team culture with a friendly and supportive team environment
• Some flexibility in working arrangements available
• Monday to Friday, no weekend work
• Close to public transport in Clayton

Selection Criteria: (show ability for/to)

• Conduct study visits with patients/participants as per study protocols and in accordance with ethical and regulatory requirements, including ICH-GCP.
• Prepare/collect all regulatory and study documentation for the implementation of clinical trials, including documentation for the Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC).
• Complete data entries (electronic and paper CRF) within specified timelines.
• Organise study appointments and maintain patient and study tracking logs.
• Conduct participant screening and recruitment (both internal and external), via telephone and/or face-to-face.
• Liaison with doctors, field engineers and other internal and external parties during clinical trials.
• Assist with coordination, tracking and preparation of invoices and participant reimbursements.
• An undergraduate degree with a discipline in such areas as Science/BioMedical Science, Nursing, Psychology, Health Sciences or similar with current registration with AHPRA where applicable is required.
• Trained and demonstrated ability to follow ICH-GCP guidelines in relation to all study activities OR prepared to undertake ICH-GCP training and obtain GCP certificate (single day course online, cost of course covered and internal support provided) 
• Experience in scientific or medical research 
• Undergo a Working with Children Check

Each candidate should understand the importance of maintaining accurate and concise records, be empathetic (our patients are usually long-term sufferers of chronic pain), be research-orientated and be able to think laterally. 

Is this the right opportunity for you?  Then we want to hear from you.

If you want to join our team, please send your resume with a cover letter addressing the criteria above to Vida Nazemian, Clinical Research Fellow: vnazemian@mpri.com.au 

Note:  Applications that do not include a cover letter will not be considered. 

If you would like to hear more or explore the opportunity further, please contact Vida Nazemian, Clinical Research Fellow: vnazemian@mpri.com.au   

Metro Pain Research Institute respectfully acknowledges the Bunurong people, the traditional custodians of this land on which we gather. We pay our respect to their Elders, past and present, and Indigenous Elders of other communities.

Metro Pain Research Institute embraces diversity and inclusion. We want you to bring your experiences, differences, culture, background and perspective to help grow our storytelling platform. Together we are stronger. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, gender diverse, LGBTIQ+ and veteran communities to join us.