Director, Clinical Trials (RP: 0087440) at GDG on Campus | University of Sydney

Camperdown, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Oct, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Trial Management, Governance, Leadership, Risk Management, Contracts, Clinical Data Management, Training, Researcher Development, Regulatory Compliance, Policy Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Influencing, Relationship Building, Data Analysis

Industry

technology;Information and Internet

Description

Important leadership role in one of the largest Clinical Trials research ecosystems in Australia Full time, continuing position SPS B competitive remuneration package including 17% superannuation About the opportunity Do you want to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of clinical trials at the University of Sydney? We are seeking a highly experienced Director, Clinical Trials to lead the development of systems, processes, and strategies to support researchers conducting clinical trials across the University. This senior leadership role will provide strategic direction, establish governance and compliance frameworks, and oversee researcher-focused services that ensure high-quality, competitive, and impactful trial delivery. You will join a collegial, supportive and inclusive team and lead a multifunctional unit responsible for governance, risk, contracts, clinical data management, training and researcher development. Working closely with senior leaders and key stakeholders across health, government and industry, you will make a significant contribution to advancing the University’s clinical research capability, supporting researchers, and improving outcomes for patients and communities. Your key responsibilities will be to: lead the implementation of strategy for clinical trials support in line with University research goals develop and implement a scalable support model for diverse clinical trials across multiple disciplines build and manage a multifunctional, researcher-focused clinical trials support team champion systems and processes that improve efficiency, transparency and compliance in trial management ensure clinical trials are integrated into University strategic initiatives including the Sydney Biomedical Accelerator and Western Sydney/Westmead program refine policies, procedures and risk frameworks for trial approval, governance and oversight provide expert advice to senior leaders on regulatory, policy and legislative impacts on clinical trials establish and maintain high-level relationships with internal and external stakeholders including government, regulators, health districts and partners oversee collection, analysis and reporting of metrics to inform decision making and improve clinical trial outcomes About you an empathetic leader with the ability to foster a collegial and high-performance team extensive experience in clinical trial management and governance within complex organisations deep understanding of ICH/GCP guidelines, TGA regulations, and the broader clinical trials regulatory environment demonstrated success in building and leading multidisciplinary teams across governance, risk, contracts, and research support proven track record of developing and embedding systems, policies and processes for effective clinical trials operations excellent negotiation, influencing and relationship-building skills with internal and external stakeholders ability to provide high-level strategic advice to senior leaders and represent the University with credibility and authority on clinical trials issues. To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus. Work Rights You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. Pre-employment checks Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment. EEO statement At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion. How to apply Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Nicole Cunningham, Recruitment Operations by email to nicole.cunningham@sydney.edu.au or call 0449973799 © The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Click to view the Position Description for this role. Applications Close Sunday 02 November 2025 11:59 PM Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it! So once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel suit you best and keep track of both your progress in the selection process, and new postings that might interest you! 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Responsibilities

Lead the development of systems, processes, and strategies to support researchers conducting clinical trials across the University. Oversee researcher-focused services that ensure high-quality, competitive, and impactful trial delivery.