Clinical Trial Coordinator

The Lions Eye Institute is a not-for-profit centre of excellence that combines world class scientific research into the prevention of blindness with the highest level of eye care delivery.

This position reports directly to the Scientific Lead non-invasive Intracranial Pressure (nICP) Project, within the Physiology Pharmacology research group.

The successful incumbent will be responsible for managing the ethics documentation and compliance for all nICP Clinical Trials including related photoplethysmography measurement studies.

This role is being offered for an initial 2-year period, working part time over 3 days per week. 

Responsibilities will include; 

• Ethics and compliance documentation
• Check, lodge and follow up on ethics applications and approvals including amendments, which may include drafting assistance with applications
• Liaise with LEI Clinical Trials team where required
• Coordinate patient clinic, review appointments and liaise with clinic staff regarding this
• Coordinate meetings of the medical advisory and consumer engagement committees
• Oversee data storage and data safety 
• Assist in coordination of research meetings
• Handle and pass data through the analysis steps as described
• Prepare nICP reports from individual patient data and send to referring clinicians and research staff
• Liaise with research team regarding optimizing reports
• Assist research team in collation of data and analyses
• Participate in laboratory culture and relevant meetings

Essential Criteria;

• Proven experience within a Clinical Trials environment
• Interest in being part of a new patient service and learning new skills
• Proficiency with computer systems and in particular use of Excel or other spreadsheets
• Experience preparing reports
• Able to set priorities, meet deadlines and demonstrate efficient and effective time management and organisation skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and show initiative

Desirable Criteria;

• Computer coding/programming experience, particularly in ‘R’
• Use of computer image programs like Photoshop
• BSc or similar Bachelors degree

In return we will offer the successful candidate;

• A friendly, professional and collaborative working environment
• A strong culture of shared core values
• Competitive remuneration package including generous salary packaging
• Supportive environment with opportunities for professional development
• A range of employee benefits including discounted health insurance and optical discounts

If this sounds like an exciting opportunity that aligns with your experience and career goals, click on the APPLY button to submit your application for this position. For further enquiries or job specific details, please email the recruitment team on; ***********@lei.org.au

We strongly promote a culture of diversity and inclusion at Lions Eye Institute. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

Successful applicants will be required to provide a current National Police Clearance.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.