SCHN - Clinical Trials Coordinator - Cancer Centre for Children
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- The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network
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- REQ645087 Requisition #
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until 25 May 2027
Position Classification: Health Mgr Lvl 1
Remuneration: 87813 - 116824 full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ645087
Location: Westmead
Applications Close: Midnight on 3 April 2026
At the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network, every role helps children and young people live their healthiest lives.
As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.
The Clinical Trials Coordinator (CTC) is a key member of the Cancer Centre for Children Clinical Trial Unit at the Children's Hospital at Westmead. This is a full-time on-site position. This role is responsible for the day-to-day operations of cancer-focused clinical research, ensuring that studies are conducted in compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines, ethical standards, and protocol requirements. They act as the central link between investigators, sponsors, and participants, managing the entire lifecycle of a trial from initiation to close-out.
Primary duties and responsibilities
• Trial Management
• Participant Recruitment, Follow-up and Care
• Data Management and Protocol Compliance
• Safety Reporting
• Administrative and Regulatory
Key Qualifications and Skills
• Education: A degree in Nursing, Science, or a related field.
• Experience: Previous experience in clinical research or oncology is highly regarded.
• Skills: Exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, self-driven, proficiency in medical terminology, and strong communication skills.
• Knowledge: Good understanding of Australian clinical trial guidelines and regulatory requirements.
What you'll be doing
The primary purpose of this role is to contribute actively to the provision of high-quality research activities at the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network (SCHN)
Eligible employees may access:
- Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits
- Accrued Day Off (ADO) for full time staff
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Fitness Passport
- Flexible Work Opportunities
How to Apply:
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:
- A resume (maximum 5 pages) outlining your experience
- Responses to the questions below:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in a relevant field, or equivalent work experience in clinical trials, or a combination of study and work experience.
- Developed and effective written and verbal communication skills with interpersonal and problem-solving capabilities to work autonomously across all aspects of a clinical trial and as part of a multidisciplinary team with demonstrated ability to work with sensitive issues.
- Demonstrated knowledge and ability to work in accordance with key underpinning frameworks and principles in clinical trials, including GCP and the National Clinical Trials Governance Framework.
- Demonstrated ability to exercise autonomy and initiative in relation to day-to-day problem solving, communication and decision making.
- Strong computer skills and willingness to utilise existing and new systems for clinical trials project management and data including electronic data capture systems.
- Project, time and workload management skills with demonstrated ability to prioritise, have attention to detail, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines in a highly paced environment.
- Experience and confidence working independently and as a member of different trial teams, with persons of varying seniority, clinical trial experience and background.
- Demonstrate a culture of quality and patient safety in clinical research.
Child Safe Standards:
SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health’s commitment to the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Additional Information:
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.
Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.
NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements must be met prior to commencement.
This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.
Where required, overseas qualifications must be formally assessed by the Department of Education or relevant authority for recognition in Australia.
An Eligibility List may be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
Need more information and support?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
3) Learn more about The Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network
4) Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application, or contact the SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at SCHN-EA-AboriginalHealthDirectorate@health.nsw.gov.au
For role related queries or questions contact Annie Yeung on annie.yeung@health.nsw.gov.au
For technical support please contact 1300 679 367
