About the role

This position will be to strengthen CMA’s scientific and regulatory capability to help achieve practical, positive change for the complementary medicines industry. We welcome applicants with substantial expertise in clinical research methodology and efficacy evidence, preferably with phytopharmaceutical or microbiological knowledge.

Working within a small team, you will largely lead your own projects with the support of CMA and our industry members, as well as actively support the broader work of CMA’s regulatory team.

You will bring strong knowledge and a demonstrated passion for the complementary medicines sector, with a determination to turn sound clinical and scientific analysis into meaningful outcomes for industry.

The role requires initiative and the ability to develop creative but credible regulatory proposals to complex scientific and regulatory problems. In consultation with our members, you will recognise opportunities where improvements to policy, guidance or legislation need to be pursued as well as critically analyse the potential impacts of new Government proposals. You will question established approaches and have the confidence to constructively address complex issues with the key regulator – the Therapeutic Goods Administration.

Location

Remote (work from home). Short periods of semi-regular travel to attend staff in-person days, CMA industry events and professional conferences is required.

Essential qualifications and capabilities

• A relevant tertiary qualification in clinical research, epidemiology, pharmacology, microbiology, biomedical science, pharmacy, herbal or complementary medicine, nutrition, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated ability to critically appraise scientific literature and explain the strengths, limitations and practical implications of the evidence and its methodologies.
• Substantial expertise in at least one of the following two areas:
• Clinical research and efficacy: advanced understanding of clinical trial design and methodology, interpretation of statistical findings, evidence synthesis and the applicability of study results to products and populations.
• Biotics: substantial scientific or technical expertise in one or more relevant areas, with the ability to assess clinical evidence and explain how ingredient or preparation characteristics, manufacturing and quality affect its interpretation and use.
• Sound scientific judgement, including the ability to identify uncertainty, challenge unsupported conclusions and recognise when additional expertise is needed.
• The ability to understand stakeholder concerns and develop practical responses to advocate strongly for industry while maintaining scientific integrity.
• Excellent analytical writing, including the ability to develop a clear, well-supported position from complex or conflicting information.
• A demonstrated highly effective and proactive communication style with colleagues, industry members, researchers and Government stakeholders.
• Experience in Australia’s complementary medicines regulatory framework relating to safety and efficacy, including the Listed, Assessed Listed, and Registered medicine pathways and their evidence requirements.
• The ability to be self-organised, manage competing priorities, demonstrate resilience, and commit to maintaining momentum within a challenging environment is essential.
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