Careers

 

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.

 

 

As a member of the Study Start Up team, this position ensures the timely management and negotiation of clinical trial contracts with sponsors so that all costs align with the relevant clinical trial protocol.

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.

 

 

• Review and negotiate itemised budgets that incorporate all the costs for a trial in accordance with the relevant clinical trial protocol with Sponsors, including resolution of concerns to her mutual satisfaction of all parties

• Amend budgets and contracts due to protocol amendments by the sponsor

• Ensure regular communication & escalation to expedite issue resolution & execution of contracts

 

 

• Ability to work autonomously and as a team member that is inclusive, approachable and supportive 

• Previous budget negotiation experience

• Good negotiating and communications skills with the ability to challenge, if applicable

• Demonstrated high level of interpersonal skills, including verbal and written communication

• Ability to manage multiple projects

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, managers, and clients

• Problem solving with a strong focus on accuracy

• Excellent planning and organisational skills to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines

• Attention to detail and proactive nature 

• Knowledge of Clinical trials and or Good Clinical Practice (GCP) – desirable

• Evidence of immunisations to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy for a Category B position

 

 

• Optional NFP salary packaging – increase your take home pay with $15,900 tax free benefit + meal and entertainment card.

• Fitness Passport Access.

• Employee Assistance program.

• Onsite gym.

• Access to e-learning programs and an opportunity to progress your career.

 

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.

 

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