#534856 Clinical Trials Unit Manager

Medical Oncology Clinical Trials Unit

Calvary Mater Newcastle

Fixed Term, Full Time (24 Months)

• Fixed Term, Full Time
• Salary Classification: Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2, Year 1 – Year 2.
• Remuneration: $66.50 - $67.83 per hour + superannuation + annual leave loading + salary packaging options + RDO's.
•  Salary Classification:  Health Service Manager, Level 2.
• Remuneration: $55.40 – $65.37 per hour + superannuation + annual leave loading + salary packaging options + RDO's.

THE ROLE:

Calvary Mater Newcastle is seeking a Clinical Trials Unit Manager to join our dedicated team. This pivotal role is responsible for overseeing the management and maintenance of clinical practice standards within the Medical Oncology Clinical Trials Unit. The position also involves supervising and supporting staff to ensure the team operates efficiently and collaboratively, maintaining its reputation as a nationally and globally competitive unit. The successful candidate will contribute to a positive and harmonious work environment while helping deliver innovative and cutting-edge treatments to our Medical Oncology patient population.

DUTIES:

• Provides leadership in the ongoing review of clinical research practice at Calvary Mater Newcastle or area health service level as required
• Provides an expert client-centred research consultancy practice participating in direct patient care provision.
• Provides education on complex clinical research issues to clients, carers and relevant staff
• Identifies and adopts innovative clinical practice models eg. Implementation and evaluation of new treatments, technologies and therapeutic techniques relating to clinical trials
• Ensures all trials selected by the medical oncology team have been through the required Medical Oncology selection process that ensures trial is safe, relevant and in best interest of our patients.
• Participates in formal and informal education programs within CMN and to external support groups or service providers

• Collaborates with others in the development and delivery of education programs.

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ABOUT YOU:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Nursing, Science, Allied Health or related discipline.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to manage a complex team to deliver outcomes.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Previous experience in clinical trials environment at a senior level and demonstrated understanding of all facets of feasibility assessment for proposed trials and management of trials across the spectrum of First in Human to Phase 4.
• Demonstrated high level effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated ability to work proficiently in periods of high demand and activity.
• Demonstrated computer literacy, including use of databases, spreadsheets, and word processing packages.

For further information please contact Kim Adler, Clinical Trials Unit Manager, on email: kim.adler@calvarymater.org.au  

WHY JOIN US?

CMN is an Affiliated Health Organisation providing services to both public and private patients primarily from the Hunter New England area. Current employees of NSW Health can request to have various leave entitlement balances transferred to CMN on commencement. Leave types may include but not limited to Long Service Leave, Annual Leave and Sick Leave. Applicants are encouraged to discuss this with the Convenor for further information. Working at CMN gives you access to a great range of benefits:

• Fitness Passport. 
• Gender Neutral parental leave
• Annual Leave Loading at 17.5 %
• Superannuation contributions at 11.5%
• ADO's each month (for full-time employees)
• Novated leasing available for eligible employees
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Generous Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay!

WHY NEWCASTLE, NSW?

Newcastle is a thriving city surrounded by magnificent natural scenery. Cosmopolitan and compact, we enjoy all the benefits of a global smart city including world class services and facilities, top-tier education and employment opportunities, all with an average commute time of 15 minutes. Discover inspirational living in a vibrant city that will inspire and delight. Visit Imagine Newcastle, here!

HOW DO YOU APPLY?

• Click ‘Apply for Job’ and follow the prompts. As part of your application, you will be asked to:
• Create a profile in our Calvary People Platform (if you are not an existing user)
• Attach a current resume.
• Provide a written response to four (4) selection criteria.
• Cover letters are optional (1-2 pages max.)

Please note: Only the criteria in the application needs to be addressed, however you’ll be assessed against the full list of Essential Criteria located within the attached Position Description.

As we serve the community across Home, Virtual and Residential Aged Care, Retirement Living and Hospitals, one thing sets us apart. Care from the heart. If this sounds like you, apply for a role with Calvary today.

Please note the following:

• As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, criminal history check and WWCC checks to ensure suitability for the role.
• You will be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role.