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Join our team and be part of something bigger.

At Chris O’Brien Lifehouse, we are redefining cancer care with a singular focus – to transform the lives of people affected by cancer. Central to this is our mission, to minimise the burden of cancer by providing integrated expert care, delivered with compassion, and founded on research, innovation, education and training.

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Regulatory and Study Start Up Clinical Trials

  • 492611
  • Clinical – Other
  • Full time
  • Closing on: Sep 27 2026
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  • Optional NFP tax free benefit of $15,900 per annum
  • Located at Camperdown close to public transport
  • Fitness passport for you and your family

Join one of Australia’s leading comprehensive cancer centres and help shape the future of specialist cancer care.

Why Chris O’Brien Lifehouse?

Chris O’Brien Lifehouse is one of Australia’s leading comprehensive cancer centres. Our purpose-built facility brings together treatment, research, education and emotional support—supporting patients and their families at every step of their cancer journey.

About the role

The role of Regulatory and Study Start Up Clinical Trials is to coordinate the regulatory affairs relating to the clinical trials performed at Chris O’Brien Lifehouse within the Clinical trials team in a timely manner with accuracy & efficiency. This position is part of a small team that works closely with a multi-functional team consisting of doctors, pharmacists, clinical study coordinators, data managers, internal start-up specialists, study sponsor teams and clinical research associates to assist in conducting early phase clinical research trials.

Essential Criteria

  1. Ability to work autonomously & as a team member that is inclusive, approachable & supportive
  2. Previous Regulatory Affairs experience
  3. Good negotiating & communications skills with the ability to challenge, if applicable
  4. Demonstrated high level of interpersonal skills, including verbal and written communication
  5. Ability to manage multiple projects
  6. Ability to establish & maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, managers & clients
  7. Problem solving with a strong focus on accuracy
  8. Excellent planning & organisational skills to prioritise tasks & meet deadlines
  9. Attention to detail and proactive nature
  10. Evidence of immunisations to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy for a Category B position 
  11. Previous budget & contract negotiation experience - desirable
  12. Knowledge of Clinical trials and or Good Clinical Practice (GCP) – desirable

Benefits

  • Access to e-Learning programs
  • Social and wellbeing events
  • Workplace banking benefits
  • Access EAP

A Workplace That Welcomes Everyone

At Chris O’Brien Lifehouse, we are committed to a culture of inclusion and respect. We value the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our team and actively support, staff from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, LGBTIQA+ communities, Indigenous staff, people living with disabilities, and people of all ages and faiths.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you meet the criteria and share our mission, values and commitment to compassionate, expert cancer care, we encourage you to apply.

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