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The Kirby Institute is the major research body in Australia with responsibility for research into the clinical and epidemiological aspects of HIV/AIDS.  It is also responsible for research into the clinical and epidemiological aspects of other blood borne viruses and sexually transmissible infections, in particular Viral Hepatitis.

About the role

• $90K-$97K plus 9.5% Superannuation and annual leave loading
• Fixed Term for 12 month
• Full-time (35 hours per week)

The Therapeutic and Vaccine Research Program (TVRP) conducts a range of clinical studies and clinical trials designed to assess the effectiveness of novel HIV therapeutic strategies, including antiviral therapies and candidate vaccines, and to define the pathogenesis of and novel therapies for complications of HIV infection including cancer and cardiovascular disease. Additional areas of research focus include other viral infections including influenza. The purpose of this position is to coordinate a phase II cancer clinical trial due to commence in NSW in early 2018.  The position holder will work closely with Senior Clinical Project Coordinators and Coordinating Principal Investigators to ensure the smooth coordination of the trial start up to shut down. The position holder will be responsible for working collaboratively with research teams in NSW public hospitals, funding bodies and external agencies

About the successful applicant

You should systematically address the selection criteria listed within the position description in your application. Please apply online - applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed.

To be successful in this role you will:

• Ensure that trials conducted by the Kirby Institute are well supported by designing data collection forms that are logical and clearly written and minimize the demands for data collection. 
• Provide guidance to individuals and teams preparing other study documentation and instrumentation.
• Play a contributory role in the production of study documentation.
• Provide guidance and support to others involved in coordination of individual research projects.

Contact:

Cate Carey, Senior Clinical Project Coordinator, Therapeutic and Vaccine Research Program (TVRP)

E: Ccarey@kirby.unsw.edu.au
T: (61 2) 9385 0917

Applications close: 15 January 2018