Clinical Trial Team Leader, Cancer Services Trials Unit
Employment Type - Permanent Full Time
Hours per fortnight - 76
Job Category - Other Professionals - Research
Req Id - 8613
- Coordinate and manage a portfolio of oncology clinical trials
- Lead an enthusiastic and friendly team of specialists
- Enjoy work life balance in our stunning region with this permanent full-time position
About the Role
The Clinical Trial Team Leader - Cancer Services Trials Unit will lead a team of study coordinators and trials assistants to support current and upcoming trials. Reporting to the Clinical Trials Manager, the Team Leader’s responsibilities will include trial protocol feasibility assessments, and trial team resource management. The Team Leader will oversee the coordination and management of clinical trials in oncology, fostering strong working relationships with key internal and external parties including trial sponsors, study monitors, investigators, patients and nursing staff. This position is for 76 hours a fortnight on an ongoing basis.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the clinical trials team, including workforce planning, recruitment, rostering, performance development, staff support, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional excellence.
- Drive clinical trial feasibility and start-up activities, partnering with investigators and stakeholders to assess risks, resources, logistics, budgets, and study requirements to successfully establish new trials.
- Ensure compliant and high-quality trial conduct, overseeing adherence to ethics, governance, ICH-GCP guidelines, regulatory requirements, and documented Principal Investigator oversight across all studies.
- Oversee trial operations and participant safety, ensuring accurate data management, protocol compliance, adverse event reporting, patient confidentiality, and timely completion of study milestones and deliverables.
What we’re looking for
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Nursing, Science, Health Science, or a related discipline, with extensive clinical trials experience.
- Proven leadership and communication skills, with the ability to lead teams and build effective stakeholder relationships.
- Strong organisational, project management and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritise workloads and work independently.
- Sound knowledge of ICH-GCP, NHMRC guidelines, and clinical trial data management systems.
Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.
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Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
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A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
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Extensive professional development opportunities
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Attractive salary packaging benefits
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Living expenses capped at $9,010
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Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650
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Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.
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Additional information
If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at peopleassist@barwonhealth.org.au
All appointments are subject to:
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Satisfactory Police Record Check
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Immunisation Status Clearance
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Working with Children Check (if applicable)
To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.
Contact person: Karen Aitken
Email: karen.aitken@barwonhealth.org.au
Application closing date: 24th June 2026
Internal applicants:
If you are currently employed at Barwon Health, please ensure you sign in via the employee login on the external careers page or access the careers cage through One Point (intranet) before applying.
Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.
Barwon Health does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Candidates must apply directly through the official recruitment portal.