Clinical Research Coordinator

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Austin Health is the major provider of tertiary health services, health professional education and research across three campuses in the north-east of Melbourne and statewide. We have a highly engaged, diverse and collaborative workforce that is unified by our goal to help people live healthy and fulfilled lives. 

About the Molecular Imaging and Therapy department 

The Molecular Imaging and Therapy department is the largest of its kind in the state of Victoria, and has an international reputation for clinical service provision, training and research.  

About the role 

This Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) position in the Department of Molecular Imaging and Therapy (MIT) is responsible for the coordination of oncology clinical trials within the Department of MIT. The role involves coordination and scheduling of study participant visits and procedures, collection of clinical and study specific data, and maintaining site essential documents as per ICH GCP as well as Austin Policies.

The role is full-time but 4 days per week part-time will be considered for the right candidate.

You will have an opportunity to:

• Work with a diverse portfolio from Phase 1 to Phase 3 studies, in both diagnostic and theragnostic studies
• Manage complex processes, ensuring success and research integrity
• Shape the future of cancer care through impactful clinical trials
• Be part of a dynamic and growing team and collaborate with a team passionate about making a positive impact
• Develop your career in a supportive environment with us
• 12 months contract with potential to extend

About you 

As the Clinical Research Coordinator, you will be someone who has excellent communication skills, with a strong commitment to excellence in patient care. You’ll bring energy and drive to your work, and have a keen interest in developing your skillset. 

To be successful in this role you’ll bring with you:

• Degree/Honours/Masters qualification in relevant field (eg. Science or Nursing)
• An ability to work autonomously and part of a team 

• An appropriate level of expertise gained from a combination of experience,  training or professional accreditation in planning and conducting clinical trials 

• Excellent organisational, prioritisation and time management skills 

• Demonstrates independent judgement and initiative

Our benefits 

Working at Austin Health means enjoying a strong sense of purpose, engaging in meaningful work every day. Our people also receive a variety of rewarding benefits, including: 

• Greater take-home pay through generous salary packaging, for living expenses, meals, and holiday accommodation. 
• A suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you, including discounted fitness memberships and special offers on health insurance, and a comprehensive wellbeing program. 
• Onsite childcare at Austin Hospital, easy access via public transport and car parking options. 
• Mentoring and career development opportunities. 

Work with us! 

We are committed to cultural safety and health equity for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People. We celebrate, value, and include people of all backgrounds, genders, identities, cultures, bodies, and abilities. We welcome and support applications from talented people identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, people with disability, neurodiverse people, LGBTQIA+ and people of all ages and cultures. 

If you feel this role is right for you, we encourage your early application. Even if you don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply. What matters most is your passion, your drive and your willingness to learn and contribute. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the closing date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad prior to the advertised closing date. 

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and if required, a Working With Children Check. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, you are welcome to reach out to the hiring manager: Kunthi Pathmaraj, Chief Technologist at Kunthi.Pathmaraj@austin.org.au

Interested in finding out more about this opportunity? Read the position description for further details. 

Application closing date: Tuesday 21 April 2026