Clinical Trial Assistant

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• Join the Centre for Research and Education in Diabetes and Obesity at Austin Health – a public hospital with a difference
• Fixed term, part time position working 24 hours per week
• Be at the forefront in the discovery of novel agents, new treatments and improving patient care
• Enjoy a rewarding role as part of our dynamic team focused on the highest quality patient centred care

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 Centre for Research and Education in Diabetes and Obesity

The Centre for Research and Education in Diabetes and Obesity (CREDO) is located at the Repatriation Hospital Campus of Austin Health and is tiered within the Medical Services Division. CREDO has a strong and successful history in conducting numerous clinical trials in metabolic disorders with a majority of trials focusing on diabetes and obesity.

About the role 

CREDO continues to grow and thrive, enabling another exciting opportunity for a Clinical Trials Assistant to join the team in a part-time fixed term position. We are seeking someone for 24 hours per week.

The Clinical Trial Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting a multi-disciplinary team conducting clinical research trials in the CREDO unit. This team includes the Principle Investigator, Research Manager, Sub-Investigators, Trial Coordinators and Administration Staff.

A regular day will see you:   

• Providing administrative Support in the startup, execution, and close out of new and ongoing clinical sponsored and investigator-initiated trial.
• Maintain trial entry data, participant paper records, and electronic database programs.
• Responsible for laboratory and sample management.

About you 

As the Clinical Trial Assistant, 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:

• A degree in a relevant field (or currently working towards one) in a health or science discipline or relevant work experience in a clinical research environment.
• Highly developed planning and organizational skills, with experience in setting priorities, implementing improvements, and meeting deadlines under pressure.
• Ability to carry out all relevant study-related tasks, ensuring adherence to protocol and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).

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: Adele Manzoney, Clinical Trial Manager at Adele.Manzoney@austin.org.au

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

Application closing date: Wednesday 25 March 2026