Ethics Research Assistant

at  Monash Health

Reference Number

65603
Employment Type

Fixed Term Full Time
Entity

Monash Health
Department

Haematology Research
Location

Monash Medical Centre Clayton

Position Summary

• Full time or part-time position – 12 months contract – possibility to extend
• Friendly and supportive team environment
• Opportunity to make a difference in Victoria’s Largest Public Health Service

The Haematology Research Unit is vibrant and fast paced and we are seeking a new team member to perform Governance and Ethical submissions for a number of varied haematological clinical trials within our unit. The ideal candidate will have either an Ethics, Clinical Trial, Science, Nursing, Pharmacist (or similar) background. You must be passionate about Clinical Research, able to learn on the job, have an eye for detail, have an excellent communication skills and phone manner and thrive within a busy team environment.

ABOUT US

The Haematology Research Unit delivers Clinical Trials for Monash Health Haematology patients, ranging from Phase 1 to Phase 4 studies. We have in excess of 90 active clinical trials, and continue to grow in size. We are a dynamic unit and we pride ourselves in the quality of care we deliver to our patients.

The purpose of the position is to effectively and efficiently facilitate the Governance and Ethical approval of clinical trials within the Haematology Research Unit during both the pre-approval phase and post-approval phase for each study. The successful applicant will ideally have experience in Human Clinical Research Ethics and Governances processes and have an in depth understanding of Good Clinical Practices as set out by the International Conference on Harmonisation. The Ethics Research Assistant works in conjunction with other members of the Haematology Research Unit. A strong collaboration between the unit, the trial sponsors, and Monash Health is required in planning and implementing trials to ensure the best possible care for trial patients.

This position is being offered as a full time position, however there is the potential for the position to be split into a part-time / job-share arrangement for suitable candidates. Please detail clearly in your application cover letter whether your application is for full time hours or for part-time, clearly specifying the number of days AND which week days you are available if applying for a part-time consideration. Please note that hours are expected to be worked within normal business hours Mon-Fri, after hours or weekend shifts are not a possibility. Once trained, there may be some capacity for a mix of onsite and remote working hours, however the role is primarily an onsite role.

• Team work and collaboration is vital.
• Effective and efficient oral and written communication are essential for this role.