Careers

• The Bone and Soft Tissue Sarcoma Clinical Research and Database Officer role will support clinical and research teams at Chris O’Brien Lifehouse, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital and the Surgical Outcomes Research Centre (SOuRCe)
• Market competitive remuneration
• Located at Camperdown close to public transport

Chris O’Brien Lifehouse is an internationally recognised independent, not-for-profit cancer hospital leading the way in delivering patient-centred cancer care. We seek passionate, caring, and dedicated staff who align with our Founder’s vision of creating a collaborative environment in which, respect, discovery, empowerment, and nurture, thrive in the interests of our patients.

About the role:

The Bone and Soft Tissue Sarcoma Clinical Research and Database Officer role will support clinical and research teams at Chris O’Brien Lifehouse, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital and the Surgical Outcomes Research Centre (SOuRCe).

Key activities include but are not limited to:

• Maintaining and updating clinical records in local and national sarcoma research databases - including input of data regarding histopathology, imaging, and treatment (surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy) derived from multiple electronic and paper-based medical records at various sites
• Coordination of local, national and international clinical research projects – including Identifying and collating clinical data, coordinating ethics and governances applications and data transfer agreements

Essential Criteria

• Degree in Biomedical Science or Science
• Proven strong organisational ability to set priorities and manage multiple deadlines
• Knowledge of patient confidentiality and privacy requirements
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated capacity to liaise with professionals across multiple disciplines
• Self-motivated with the proven ability to work independently with minimal direction and collaboratively as part of a team to achieve shared goals
• Highly developed analytical skills and problem solving skills
• Attention to detail, accuracy in record keeping and commitment to quality
• Demonstrated ability to follow strict protocols
• High level computer skills, particularly with data collection and entry, and advanced Excel skills
• Immunisations that comply with the requirements of an NSW Health Category B worker.

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience in extracting clinical information from medical records for clinical databases
• Experience coordinating ethics and governances applications and data transfer agreements
• Project management experience
• Knowledge of medical terminology, including pharmaceuticals, pathology testing and cancer medicine, especially sarcoma

Benefits

• Comprehensive on the job training will be provided
• Fitness passport for you and your family
• Access to e-Learning programs
• Social and wellbeing events
• CBHS Corporate Health
• Workplace banking benefits
• Access EAP

Applications Close: 1 July 2025

This is an outstanding opportunity to further your career and develop your skills in globally recognised medical and research institutions.

We encourage everyone who meets the selection criteria and shares Chris O`Brien Lifehouse values to apply.

Culture

We are committed to providing a working environment where everyone is valued, respected, and supported to progress. Our priority is to ensure culture, policies, and processes are truly inclusive and that no one is disadvantaged because of their Indigenous identity, gender, culture, disability, LGBTIQA+ identities, family and caring responsibilities, age, or religion.