12 Research And Development jobs in Australia

Clinical Research Associate - Home-based in Australia
ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We're proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development.
We are currently seeking a Clinical Research Associate (CRA) to join our diverse and dynamic team. As a CRA at ICON Plc, you will play a critical role in overseeing and managing clinical trial activities to ensure they are conducted according to protocol, regulatory requirements, and industry standards. You will contribute to the success of clinical trials by ensuring data integrity, participant safety, and compliance throughout the study lifecycle.
**What You Will Be Doing:**
+ Monitoring clinical trial sites to ensure adherence to study protocols, regulatory requirements, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards.
+ Conducting site visits to assess site performance, resolve issues, and provide support to ensure successful trial execution.
+ Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and accurate data collection and reporting.
+ Providing training and guidance to site staff and other CRAs to maintain high standards of clinical trial conduct.
+ Building and maintaining effective relationships with site personnel and stakeholders to facilitate smooth trial operations.
**Your Profile:**
+ Advanced degree in a relevant field such as life sciences, nursing, or medicine.
+ Extensive experience as a Clinical Research Associate, (min. 2 years of independent monitoring experience) with a strong understanding of clinical trial processes and regulatory requirements.
+ Proven ability to manage multiple sites and projects simultaneously, with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
+ Expertise in monitoring practices, data integrity, and site management, with proficiency in relevant clinical trial software and tools.
+ Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and drive compliance within a complex environment.
+ Ability to travel at least 60% of the time (international and domestic - fly and drive) and should possess a valid driver's license
**What ICON can offer you:**
Our success depends on the quality of our people. That's why we've made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.
In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.
Our benefits examples include:
+ Various annual leave entitlements
+ A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family's needs.
+ Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
+ Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialized professionals who are there to support you and your family's well-being.
+ Life assurance
+ Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others.
Visit our careers site ( to read more about the benefits ICON offers.
At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We're dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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Are you passionate about science, driven by purpose, and ready to make a real impact in the world of clinical research? We're looking for a Clinical Research Associate 2 who's ready to take their career to the next level-working on cutting-edge studies that shape the future of medicine. Ideally Sydney or Melbourne. This role is on our Single Sponsor team
Please note as part of the assessment you will be asked to complete a short video screening interview.
**Essential Functions:**
+ Engage in Site Visits: From selection to close-out, your visits will be pivotal in ensuring the success of our studies.
+ Recruitment Strategies: Develop and implement innovative plans to recruit study subjects, making a tangible impact on project outcomes
+ Empower Sites with Knowledge: Provide essential training and maintain robust communication channels to keep sites aligned and motivated.
+ Champion Quality and Integrity: Evaluate and enhance site practices, ensuring adherence to protocols and regulations.
+ Drive Study Progress: Monitor every aspect of the study, from regulatory submissions to data query resolutions, ensuring seamless execution.
+ Master Documentation: Keep meticulous records and ensure all site documents are perfectly maintained.
+ Collaborate and Innovate: Work closely with a passionate team to support project execution and drive success.
+ Manage Finances with Precision: Oversee site financials and ensure timely invoice retrieval.
**What You Bring**
+ A degree in life sciences or healthcare (or equivalent experience).
+ 18 months minimum on-site Independant monitoring experience to be considered, ideally haemotology.
+ Deep knowledge of GCP, ICH, and clinical trial operations.
+ Tech-savvy with Microsoft Office and mobile tools (iPhone/iPad).
+ A proactive mindset, strong communication skills, and a passion for excellence.
**Why Join Us?**
+ Work ondiverse, global studiesacross multiple therapeutic areas.
+ Be part of asupportive, innovative teamthat values your growth.
+ Enjoyflexible work arrangements, travel opportunities, and career develop
IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create connections that accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments. Everything we do is part of a journey to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide.
To get there, we seek out diverse talent with curious minds and a relentless commitment to innovation and impact. No matter your role, everyone at IQVIA contributes to our shared goal of helping customers improve the lives of patients everywhere. Thank you for your interest in growing your career with us.
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Are you passionate about science, driven by purpose, and ready to make a real impact in the world of clinical research? We're looking for a Clinical Research Associate 2 who's ready to take their career to the next level-working on cutting-edge studies that shape the future of medicine. Ideally Sydney or Melbourne. This role is on our Single Sponsor team
Please note as part of the assessment you will be asked to complete a short video screening interview.
**Essential Functions:**
+ Engage in Site Visits: From selection to close-out, your visits will be pivotal in ensuring the success of our studies.
+ Recruitment Strategies: Develop and implement innovative plans to recruit study subjects, making a tangible impact on project outcomes
+ Empower Sites with Knowledge: Provide essential training and maintain robust communication channels to keep sites aligned and motivated.
+ Champion Quality and Integrity: Evaluate and enhance site practices, ensuring adherence to protocols and regulations.
+ Drive Study Progress: Monitor every aspect of the study, from regulatory submissions to data query resolutions, ensuring seamless execution.
+ Master Documentation: Keep meticulous records and ensure all site documents are perfectly maintained.
+ Collaborate and Innovate: Work closely with a passionate team to support project execution and drive success.
+ Manage Finances with Precision: Oversee site financials and ensure timely invoice retrieval.
**What You Bring**
+ A degree in life sciences or healthcare (or equivalent experience).
+ 18 months minimum on-site Independant monitoring experience to be considered, ideally haemotology.
+ Deep knowledge of GCP, ICH, and clinical trial operations.
+ Tech-savvy with Microsoft Office and mobile tools (iPhone/iPad).
+ A proactive mindset, strong communication skills, and a passion for excellence.
**Why Join Us?**
+ Work ondiverse, global studiesacross multiple therapeutic areas.
+ Be part of asupportive, innovative teamthat values your growth.
+ Enjoyflexible work arrangements, travel opportunities, and career develop
IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create connections that accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments. Everything we do is part of a journey to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide.
To get there, we seek out diverse talent with curious minds and a relentless commitment to innovation and impact. No matter your role, everyone at IQVIA contributes to our shared goal of helping customers improve the lives of patients everywhere. Thank you for your interest in growing your career with us.
EEO Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled

*** Open to consider Freelance CRAs with around or above 5 years of CRA experience, based in Australia**
*** Oncology experience is desirable**
*** CRA experience from AUS is required**
*** Independent Contractor role 6 months - 12 months (period of working can be determined later)**
**Key Accountabilities:**
**Maintenance (from initiation through close out):**
Act as Parexel's direct contact with assigned sites, assess and ensure overall integrity of study implementation and adherence to study protocol at clinical sites, and perform problem-solving to address and resolve site issues.
+ Build relationships with investigators and site staff.
+ Facilitate and support site with access to relevant study systems and ensure sites are compliant with project specific training requirements.
+ Evaluate if on-site staff assignment is still accurate and determine and implement corrective actions & follow-up, if necessary / relevant.
+ Address and resolve issues at sites, including the need for additional training, potential deficiencies in documentation, and communication.
+ Address/evaluate/resolve issues pending from the previous visit, if any.
+ Follow-up on and respond to appropriate site related questions.
+ Apply working knowledge and judgment to identify and evaluate potential data quality and data integrity issues. Determine and implement appropriate follow-up action.
+ Actively participate in Investigator and other external or internal meetings and audits & regulatory inspections as required.
+ Collect, review, and approve (if applicable) updated/amended site documentation, including regulatory documents as applicable.
+ Evaluate site recruitment plan in collaboration with the site staff on an ongoing basis and provide strategy for improvements.
+ Perform on-site visits; this includes Qualification and Initiation visits; apply judgment and knowledge to independently resolve site issues, questions and concerns.
+ Conduct remote visits/contacts as requested/needed.
+ Generate visit/contact report.
+ Evaluate overall compliance and performance of sites and site staff: provide recommendations regarding site-specific actions and use judgment and experience to assess the ability and motivation of site staff.
+ Assess & manage test article/study supply including supply, accountability and destruction/return status.
+ Review & follow-up site payment status.
+ Follow-up on CRF data entry, query status, and SAEs.
+ Conduct on-site study-specific training (if applicable).
+ Perform site facilities assessments
+ Recognize impact of study non-compliance/issues/delays/changes on study timelines and communicate study issues that require immediate action, with proposed strategy for resolution
**Overall Accountabilities from Site Identification to Close out:**
Ensure timely and accurate completion of project goals and update of applicable trial management systems.
+ Work with team members to meet project goals, provide strategy for efficient project planning and goal completion, and encourage the support of team members where required.
+ Update all appropriate Clinical Trial Management Systems (CTMS) on an ongoing basis, including performing regular reviews of site level data in clinical systems (e.g. CTMS, EDC, IVRS, and SIS) and ensure timely and high quality data entry compliance from sites, manage and submit all relevant documents to the Trial Master File (TMF), ensuring first time quality, and distribute study documents to site including configuration of Investigator Site Files if applicable and on-going maintenance for completeness and quality.
+ Ensure that assigned sites are audit and inspection ready
+ Monitor and maintain compliance with ICH-GCP and applicable international and local regulations.
+ Delegate administrative and other tasks to Administrative Support Team as needed and where appropriate. Guide Administrative Support Team members, review work, and provide feedback to manager regarding performance.
+ Show commitment and perform consistent high-quality work.
+ Maintain a positive, results-orientated work environment, building partnerships and collaborative relationships, communicating with team(s) in an open, balanced, objective manner, modeling the high performance culture values.
+ Maintain a working knowledge of and ensure compliance with applicable ICH-GCP Guidelines, international and local regulations, Parexel SOPs, other Parexel / Sponsor training requirements and study specific procedures, plans and training.
+ Ensure basic understanding of project scope, milestones, budgets, and strive for high quality, timely, and efficient delivery.
+ Provide input and feedback for Performance Development Conversation(s).
+ Proactively keep manager informed about work progress and any issues.
+ Develop expertise to become a subject matter expert.
+ Work in a self-driven capacity, with limited need for oversight.
+ Complete additional tasks in a timely manner (e.g. timesheets, expenses, metrics, etc.)
**Skills:**
+ Sound problem solving skills.
+ Able to take initiative and work independently, and to proactively seek guidance when necessary.
+ Advance presentation skills.
+ Client focused approach to work.
+ Ability to interact professionally within a client organization.
+ Flexible attitude with respect to work assignments and new learning.
+ Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and achieve project timelines; utilizing strong analytical skills to make decision autonomously due to the unpredictable nature of the issues that arise.
+ Willingness to work in a matrix environment and to value the importance of teamwork.
+ Strong computer skills including but not limited to the knowledge of a Clinical Trial Management System (CTMS), Electronic Document Management System (EDMS), and MS-Office products such as Excel and Word.
+ Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
+ Sense of urgency in completing assigned tasks and ability to assist others to meet study/country deliverables and preserving patient safety.
+ Effective time management in order to meet study needs, team objectives, and department goals.
+ Developing ability to work across cultures.
+ Shows commitment to and performs consistently high-quality work.
+ Ability to successfully work in a ('virtual') team environment.
+ Consulting Skills
+ Great attention to detail.
+ Able to accommodate extensive travel time requirements, according to tasks allocation/phase of the study assigned.
+ Holds a driver's license where required.
**Knowledge and Experience:**
+ Site Management experience or equivalent experience in clinical research, with understanding of clinical trials methodology and terminology
**Education:**
+ Educated to degree level (biological science, pharmacy, or other health-related discipline preferred) or equivalent nursing qualification or other equivalent experience
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Parexel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the US includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

*** Open to consider 1-2 years experienced CRAs based in Melbourne or Sydney.**
*** CRA experience from AUS or NZ is required (at least 1 year)**
**Key Accountabilities:**
**Maintenance (from initiation through close out):**
Act as Parexel's direct contact with assigned sites, assess and ensure overall integrity of study implementation and adherence to study protocol at clinical sites, and perform problem-solving to address and resolve site issues.
+ Build relationships with investigators and site staff.
+ Facilitate and support site with access to relevant study systems and ensure sites are compliant with project specific training requirements.
+ Evaluate if on-site staff assignment is still accurate and determine and implement corrective actions & follow-up, if necessary / relevant.
+ Address and resolve issues at sites, including the need for additional training, potential deficiencies in documentation, and communication.
+ Address/evaluate/resolve issues pending from the previous visit, if any.
+ Follow-up on and respond to appropriate site related questions.
+ Apply working knowledge and judgment to identify and evaluate potential data quality and data integrity issues. Determine and implement appropriate follow-up action.
+ Actively participate in Investigator and other external or internal meetings and audits & regulatory inspections as required.
+ Collect, review, and approve (if applicable) updated/amended site documentation, including regulatory documents as applicable.
+ Evaluate site recruitment plan in collaboration with the site staff on an ongoing basis and provide strategy for improvements.
+ Perform on-site visits; this includes Qualification and Initiation visits; apply judgment and knowledge to independently resolve site issues, questions and concerns.
+ Conduct remote visits/contacts as requested/needed.
+ Generate visit/contact report.
+ Evaluate overall compliance and performance of sites and site staff: provide recommendations regarding site-specific actions and use judgment and experience to assess the ability and motivation of site staff.
+ Assess & manage test article/study supply including supply, accountability and destruction/return status.
+ Review & follow-up site payment status.
+ Follow-up on CRF data entry, query status, and SAEs.
+ Conduct on-site study-specific training (if applicable).
+ Perform site facilities assessments
+ Recognize impact of study non-compliance/issues/delays/changes on study timelines and communicate study issues that require immediate action, with proposed strategy for resolution
**Overall Accountabilities from Site Identification to Close out:**
Ensure timely and accurate completion of project goals and update of applicable trial management systems.
+ Work with team members to meet project goals, provide strategy for efficient project planning and goal completion, and encourage the support of team members where required.
+ Update all appropriate Clinical Trial Management Systems (CTMS) on an ongoing basis, including performing regular reviews of site level data in clinical systems (e.g. CTMS, EDC, IVRS, and SIS) and ensure timely and high quality data entry compliance from sites, manage and submit all relevant documents to the Trial Master File (TMF), ensuring first time quality, and distribute study documents to site including configuration of Investigator Site Files if applicable and on-going maintenance for completeness and quality.
+ Ensure that assigned sites are audit and inspection ready
+ Monitor and maintain compliance with ICH-GCP and applicable international and local regulations.
+ Delegate administrative and other tasks to Administrative Support Team as needed and where appropriate. Guide Administrative Support Team members, review work, and provide feedback to manager regarding performance.
+ Show commitment and perform consistent high-quality work.
+ Maintain a positive, results-orientated work environment, building partnerships and collaborative relationships, communicating with team(s) in an open, balanced, objective manner, modeling the high performance culture values.
+ Maintain a working knowledge of and ensure compliance with applicable ICH-GCP Guidelines, international and local regulations, Parexel SOPs, other Parexel / Sponsor training requirements and study specific procedures, plans and training.
+ Ensure basic understanding of project scope, milestones, budgets, and strive for high quality, timely, and efficient delivery.
+ Provide input and feedback for Performance Development Conversation(s).
+ Proactively keep manager informed about work progress and any issues.
+ Develop expertise to become a subject matter expert.
+ Work in a self-driven capacity, with limited need for oversight.
+ Complete additional tasks in a timely manner (e.g. timesheets, expenses, metrics, etc.)
**Skills:**
+ Sound problem solving skills.
+ Able to take initiative and work independently, and to proactively seek guidance when necessary.
+ Advance presentation skills.
+ Client focused approach to work.
+ Ability to interact professionally within a client organization.
+ Flexible attitude with respect to work assignments and new learning.
+ Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and achieve project timelines; utilizing strong analytical skills to make decision autonomously due to the unpredictable nature of the issues that arise.
+ Willingness to work in a matrix environment and to value the importance of teamwork.
+ Strong computer skills including but not limited to the knowledge of a Clinical Trial Management System (CTMS), Electronic Document Management System (EDMS), and MS-Office products such as Excel and Word.
+ Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
+ Sense of urgency in completing assigned tasks and ability to assist others to meet study/country deliverables and preserving patient safety.
+ Effective time management in order to meet study needs, team objectives, and department goals.
+ Developing ability to work across cultures.
+ Shows commitment to and performs consistently high-quality work.
+ Ability to successfully work in a ('virtual') team environment.
+ Consulting Skills
+ Great attention to detail.
+ Able to accommodate extensive travel time requirements, according to tasks allocation/phase of the study assigned.
+ Holds a driver's license where required.
**Knowledge and Experience:**
+ Site Management experience or equivalent experience in clinical research, with understanding of clinical trials methodology and terminology
**Education:**
+ Educated to degree level (biological science, pharmacy, or other health-related discipline preferred) or equivalent nursing qualification or other equivalent experience
EEO Disclaimer
Parexel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the US includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.
**A Day in the Life**
As we enter a new year, applications are now open for recent graduates with a degree in Nursing Biomedical or Health Science to join the Clinical Research Team. As part of this program, you will develop a breadth of experience across the healthcare continuum, working alongside a group of professionals where you will gain best in class training and mentorship at an individual and team level.
At Medtronic, no two days will be the same, in the role you will be able to work with many different teams, learn about breakthrough therapies and see the impact they have on patients. You will be involved in supporting the administrative and clinical trial execution needs of the studies that you work on and make an impact on the future medical needs of our patients. This is the team that works with the frontline technologies. This role will enable you to navigate through challenging scenarios, develop your leadership and resilience skills, as well as develop an eye for detail that will allow you to excel in this and future roles. You will gain insight in to various parts of the product life cycle and you will see first hand the impact you can make using advanced technologies.
**Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned:**
+ Provide support for the execution of Medtronic clinical trials program
+ Responsible for performing and supporting research for teams operating within the clinical research team
+ Assists with the development, monitoring, coordination, and implementation of non-technical projects as assigned.
+ Provides analysis, reporting and internal communication services with team members.
+ Develops knowledge of industry and organizational processes.
+ Exposure to clinical trials processes and execution
**Required Knowledge and Experience:**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Biomedical or Health Sciences graduate with a thirst for knowledge and a keen interest in medical device
+ Being a proactive thinker and problem solver
+ Having a strong collaborative approach and an ability to work across different teams
+ Excellent communication skills
+ A willingness and enthusiasm to learn new concepts with a growth mindset
**Physical Job Requirements**
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. 
**Benefits & Compensation**
**Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package**
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
**About Medtronic**
We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
Our Mission - to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life - unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people.
We are engineers at heart- putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.
Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here ( lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
Our Mission - to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life - unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people.
We are engineers at heart- putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.
**We change lives** . Each team member, each day, helps to improve and redefine how the world treats the most pressing health conditions, from heart disease to diabetes. Our industry leadership comes from the passion and ingenuity of our people. That's who we are. Working alongside one another, we use science, medicine, and a profound understanding of the human body to build extraordinary technologies that can transform lives.
**We build extraordinary solutions as one team** . With one Medtronic Mindset defining how we work. Speed and decisiveness run through our DNA. Diverse perspectives inspire our bold answers to any challenge that comes our way. And we deliver results the right way, breakthrough after patient breakthrough.
**This life-changing career is yours to engineer** . By bringing your ambitious ideas, unique perspective and contributions, you will.
+ **Build** a better future, amplifying your impact on the causes that matter to you and the world
+ **Grow** a career reflective of your passion and abilities
+ **Connect** to a dynamic and inclusive culture that welcomes the challenge of life-long learning
These commitments set our team apart from the rest:
**Experiences that put people first** . Respect for people is the hallmark of our humanity. It fuels our team to positively impact even a single life. And it means we put our people first at Medtronic as well, creating a culture of belonging and always pushing to get you the career-building resources you need.
**Life-transforming technologies** . No matter your role, you contribute to technologies that transform lives. What we build empowers patients to live life on their terms.
**Better outcomes for our world** . Here, it's about more than the bottom line. Our Mission to improve human welfare drives us. We advance healthcare, society, and equity with every design, inside and outside our walls.
**Insight-driven care** . Fresh viewpoints. Cutting-edge AI, data, and automation. You're shaping the future of healthcare technology and defining the next generation of breakthroughs in care
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Currently seeking Senior Clinical Research Associate for our Sponsor-dedicated team. Step into a dynamic role where you'll drive innovation and excellence in clinical research. As a key player in our team, you'll ensure that study sites are not just compliant but thriving, contributing to groundbreaking advancements in healthcare.
When you join IQVIA AUSTRALIA as a sponsor-dedicated CRA, you'll enjoy the stability and resources of a leading, global contract research organization while gaining direct experience with one of our customers. With access to world-class training and mentoring, you'll have the opportunity to put your passions to work in an environment designed to help you gain experience in a wide variety of therapeutic areas.
You must have a minimum of 5 years Independent on-site monitoring experience to be considered for this role with at least 3 years Oncology. We regret to inform you that we can not consider sponsorship for this role at this stage so only candidates with full work rights will be contacted.
You will be asked to complete a short video screening as part of the interview process.
Melbourne is the preferred location at this stage Sydney can be considered
**What You'll Do**
+ Be the face of the study at site level-conducting selection, initiation, monitoring, and close-out visits with precision and purpose.
+ Drive subject recruitment strategies that deliver results and keep studies on track.
+ Deliver protocol training and build strong, collaborative relationships with site teams.
+ Champion quality and compliance, escalating issues and ensuring GCP/ICH standards are met.
+ Track study progress, manage documentation, and keep Trial Master Files audit-ready.
+ Mentor junior clinical staff and contribute to a culture of excellence and learning.
+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution.
**What You Bring**
+ A degree in a scientific or healthcare discipline (or equivalent experience).
+ 5+ years of Independant on-site monitoring experience. With a minimum 3 years oncology.
+ Deep knowledge of GCP, ICH, and clinical trial regulations.
+ Strong therapeutic area expertise and protocol understanding.
+ Tech-savvy with Microsoft Office and mobile tools (iPhone/iPad).
+ Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
+ A proactive mindset and the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders.
IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create connections that accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments. Everything we do is part of a journey to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide.
To get there, we seek out diverse talent with curious minds and a relentless commitment to innovation and impact. No matter your role, everyone at IQVIA contributes to our shared goal of helping customers improve the lives of patients everywhere. Thank you for your interest in growing your career with us.
EEO Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled

**Work Schedule**
Standard (Mon-Fri)
**Environmental Conditions**
Office
**Job Description**
At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. With clinical trials conducted in 100+ countries and ongoing development of novel frameworks for clinical research through our PPD clinical research portfolio, our work spans laboratory, digital and decentralized clinical trial services. Your determination to deliver quality and accuracy will improve health outcomes that people and communities depend on - now and in the future.
Our global Clinical Operations colleagues within our PPD® clinical research services provide end-to-end support for clinical trials from study start up to monitoring through to study close out, across commercial and government contracts. Together, we help clients define and develop clinical programs, minimize delays, and execute high-quality, cost-efficient clinical studies.
**Discover Impactful Work:**
Performs and coordinates all aspects of the clinical monitoring and site management process. Conducts remote or on-site visits to assess protocol and regulatory compliance and manages required documentation. Manages procedures and guidelines from different sponsors and/or monitoring environments (i.e. FSO, FSP, Government, etc.). Acts as a site processes specialist, ensuring that the trial is conducted in accordance with the approved protocol, ICH-GCP guidelines, applicable regulations and SOPs to guarantee subjects rights, well-being and data reliability. Ensures audit readiness. Develops collaborative relationships with investigational sites. Detailed tasks and responsibilities assigned to role are outlined in the task matrix.
**A day in the Life:**
+ Monitors investigator sites with a risk-based monitoring approach: applies root cause analysis (RCA), critical thinking and problem-solving skills to identify site processes failure and corrective/preventive actions to bring the site into compliance and decrease risks. Ensures data accuracy through SDR, SDV and CRF review as applicable through on-site and remote monitoring activities. Assess investigational product through physical inventory and records review. Documents observations in reports and letters in a timely manner using approved business writing standards. Escalates observed deficiencies and issues to clinical management expeditiously and follow all issues through to resolution. May need to maintain regular contact between monitoring visits with investigative sites to confirm that the protocol is being followed, that previously identified issues are being resolved and that the data is being recorded in a timely manner. Conducts monitoring tasks in accordance with the approved monitoring plan. Participates in the investigator payment process. Ensures a shared responsibility with other project team members on issues/findings resolution. Investigates and follows-up on findings as applicable
+ Provides trial status tracking and progress update reports to the Clinical Team Manager (CTM) as required. Ensures study systems are updated per agreed study conventions (e.g. Clinical Trial Management System, CTMS). Performs QC check of reports generated from CTMS system where required.
+ Participates in investigator meetings as necessary. Identifies potential investigators in collaboration with the client company to ensure the acceptability of qualified investigative sites. Initiates clinical trial sites according to the relevant procedures to ensure compliance with the protocol and regulatory and ICH GCP obligations, making recommendations where warranted. Ensures trial close out and retrieval of trial materials.
+ Ensures that required essential documents are complete and in place, according to ICH-GCP and applicable regulations. Conducts on-site file reviews as per project specifications.
+ Contributes to the project team by assisting in preparation of project publications/tools, and sharing ideas/suggestions with team members. Performs additional study tasks as assigned by CTM (e.g. trip report review, newsletter creation, lead CRA team calls etc).
+ Facilitates effective communication between investigative sites, the client company and the PPD project team through written, oral and/or electronic contacts.
+ Responds to company, client and applicable regulatory requirements/audits/inspections.
+ Maintains & completes administrative tasks such as expense reports and timesheets in a timely manner.
+ Contributes to other project work and initiatives for process improvement, as required.
**Keys to Success:**
**Education**
+ Bachelor's degree in a life sciences related field or a Registered Nursing certification or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification.
**Experience**
+ Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 3+ years as a clinical research monitor).
+ Minimum **2 years Oncology** monitoring experience
+ Valid driver's license
+ Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident only
**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**
+ Effective clinical monitoring skills
+ Demonstrated understanding of medical/therapeutic area knowledge and medical terminology
+ Excellent understanding and demonstrated application of ICH GCPs, applicable regulations and procedural documents
+ Well-developed critical thinking skills, including but not limited to: critical mindset, in-depth investigation for appropriate root cause analysis and problem solving
+ Ability to manages Risk Based Monitoring concepts and processes
+ Effective oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with medical personnel
+ Ability to maintain customer focus through the utilization of good listening skills, attention to detail and the ability to perceive customers' underlying issues
+ Effective interpersonal skills
+ Strong attention to detail
+ Effective organizational and time management skills
+ Ability to remain flexible and adaptable in a wide range of scenarios
+ Ability to work in a team or independently as required
+ Good computer skills: proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office and the ability to learn appropriate software
+ Good English language and grammar skills
+ Good presentation skills
**Work Environment**
Thermo Fisher Scientific values the health and well-being of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role:
+ Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner.
+ Able to work upright and stationary for typical working hours.
+ Able to work in non-traditional work environments.
+ Able to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency.
+ Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities.
+ May have exposure to potentially hazardous elements typically found in healthcare or laboratory environments.
+ This role requires independent travel up to 80%, inclusive of traveling in automobiles, airplanes, and trains.
+ This position requires overnight travel either regionally or nationally, dependent on business needs.
+ As a condition of employment with PPD, in this role, you must have received your Covid-19 vaccine and you must disclose proof of your vaccination status upon employment.
**Location/Division Specific Information**
Performs and coordinates different aspects of the clinical monitoring and site management process. This home-based position requires candidates to currently live in one of the following cities: **Perth or Adelaide.**
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**Work Schedule**
Standard (Mon-Fri)
**Environmental Conditions**
Office
**Job Description**
At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life - enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while taking science a step beyond through research, development and delivery of life-changing therapies. With clinical trials conducted in 100+ countries and ongoing development of novel frameworks for clinical research through our PPD clinical research portfolio, our work spans laboratory, digital and decentralized clinical trial services. Your determination to deliver quality and accuracy will improve health outcomes that people and communities depend on - now and in the future.
**Summarized Purpose:**
Performs and coordinates different aspects of the clinical monitoring and site management process. Conducts remote or on-site visits to assess protocol and regulatory compliance and manages required documentation. Manages procedures and guidelines from different sponsors and/or supervising environments (i.e. FSO, FSP, Government, etc.). Acts as a site processes specialist, ensuring that the trial is conducted in accordance with the approved protocol, ICH-GCP guidelines, applicable regulations and SOPs to guarantee subjects rights, well-being and data reliability. Ensures audit readiness. Develops collaborative relationships with investigational sites. Detailed tasks and responsibilities assigned to role are outlined in the task matrix.
**Location Information**
This is a home-based position and preferably based in **Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane.**
**Key responsibilities**
+ Monitors investigator sites with a risk-based monitoring approach: applies root cause analysis (RCA), critical thinking and problem-solving skills to identify site processes failure and corrective/preventive actions to bring the site into compliance and decrease risks. Ensures data accuracy through SDR, SDV and CRF review as applicable through on-site and remote monitoring activities. Assess investigational product through physical inventory and records review. Documents observations in reports and letters in a timely manner using approved business writing standards. Escalates observed deficiencies and issues to clinical management expeditiously and follow all issues through to resolution. May need to maintain regular contact between monitoring visits with investigative sites to confirm that the protocol is being followed, that previously identified issues are being resolved and that the data is being recorded in a timely manner. Conducts supervising tasks in accordance with the approved monitoring plan. Participates in the investigator payment process. Ensures a shared responsibility with other project team members on issues/findings resolution. Investigates and follows-up on findings as applicable.
+ Participates in investigator meetings as vital. Identifies potential investigators in collaboration with the client company to ensure the acceptability of qualified investigative sites. Initiates clinical trial sites according to the relevant procedures to ensure compliance with the protocol and regulatory and ICH GCP obligations, making recommendations where warranted. Performs trial close out and retrieval of trial materials.
+ Ensures that required crucial documents are complete and in place, according to ICH-GCP and applicable regulations. Conducts on-site file reviews as per project specifications.
+ Provides trial status tracking and progress update reports to the Clinical Team Manager (CTM) as required. Ensures study systems are updated per agreed study conventions (e.g. Clinical Trial Management System).
+ Facilitates effective communication between investigative sites, the client company and the PPD project team through written, oral and/or electronic contacts.
+ Responds to company, client and applicable regulatory requirements/audits/inspections.
+ Maintains & completes administrative tasks such as expense reports and timesheets in a timely manner.
+ Contributes to the project team by assisting in preparation of project publications/tools, and sharing ideas/suggestions with team members.
+ Contributes to other project work and initiatives for process improvement, as required.
**Keys to Success**
**Education and Experience:**
+ Bachelor's degree in a life sciences related fielder a Registered Nursing certification or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification.
+ Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 1 years as a clinical research monitor) or completion of PPD Drug Development Fellowship. Valid driver's license where applicable.
+ **Therapeutic experience in Oncology essential**
+ **Phase I experience essential**
**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:**
+ Proven clinical monitoring skills.
+ Demonstrated understanding of medical/therapeutic area knowledge and medical terminology
+ Demonstrated ability to attain and maintain a solid understanding of ICH GCPs, applicable regulations and procedural documents.
+ Well-developed critical thinking skills, including but not limited to: critical mindset, in-depth investigation for appropriate root cause analysis and problem solving
+ Ability to manage Risk Based Monitoring concepts and processes.
+ Good oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with medical personnel.
+ Ability to maintain customer focus through the utilization of good listening skills, attention to detail and the ability to perceive customers' underlying issues.
+ Good organizational and time management skills
+ Effective interpersonal skills.
+ Attention to detail.
+ Ability to remain flexible and adaptable in a wide range of scenarios.
+ Ability to work in a team or independently as required.
+ Good digital literacy: solid knowledge of Microsoft Office and the ability to learn appropriate software.
+ Good English language and grammar skills.
+ Good presentation skills.
+ Australian citizenship or permanent residency required
**Benefits**
**Join our team and take advantage of these great benefits! Apply now to learn more about the full range of benefits we offer.**
+ **Health & Wellbeing:**  Join a company that prioritizes your health & wellbeing with comprehensive benefits, wellness programs, and an Employee Assistance Program providing confidential support for personal and work-related issues.
+ **Flexibility:**  Balance your work and personal life with flexible arrangements.
+ **Extra Leave:**  Benefit from generous leave policies, including the option to purchaseadditional leave, paid birthday leave, and company paid parental leave.
+ **Charitable Giving & Volunteering:**  Make an impact with paid volunteer time to support non-profit organizations that matter to you.
+ **Learning & Development:**  Advance your career with access to online courses via Thermo Fisher Scientific University Plus and LinkedIn learning, workshops, and mentorship programs for continuous learning and skill development.
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We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!
Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.