Ethics Research Assistant - Haematology

Position Details
Reference Number 65603
Position Title Ethics Research Assistant - Haematology Clinical Trials
Employment Type Fixed Term Full Time
Entity Monash Health
Department Haematology Research
Location Monash Medical Centre Clayton
Position Summary

• Full time or part-time position - 12 months contract - possibility to extend
• Friendly and supportive team environment
• Opportunity to make a difference in Victoria's Largest Public Health Service

The Haematology Research Unit is vibrant and fast paced and we are seeking a new team member to perform Governance and Ethical submissions for a number of varied haematological clinical trials within our unit. The ideal candidate will have either an Ethics, Clinical Trial, Science, Nursing, Pharmacist (or similar) background. You must be passionate about Clinical Research, able to learn on the job, have an eye for detail, have an excellent communication skills and phone manner and thrive within a busy team environment.
About Monash Health
Monash Health provides a world of healthcare across south eastern Melbourne, uniquely integrating primary, secondary and tertiary health services as well as world-renowned research and teaching facilities. We employee more than 25,500 staff who work across 40 care locations. In Monash Health your own growth and development is important and with us you can really be your best. For more information please visit .
About Us
The Haematology Research Unit delivers Clinical Trials for Monash Health Haematology patients, ranging from Phase 1 to Phase 4 studies. We have in excess of 90 active clinical trials, and continue to grow in size. We are a dynamic unit and we pride ourselves in the quality of care we deliver to our patients.
About the Role
The purpose of the position is to effectively and efficiently facilitate the Governance and Ethical approval of clinical trials within the Haematology Research Unit during both the pre-approval phase and post-approval phase for each study. The successful applicant will ideally have experience in Human Clinical Research Ethics and Governances processes and have an in depth understanding of Good Clinical Practices as set out by the International Conference on Harmonisation. The Ethics Research Assistant works in conjunction with other members of the Haematology Research Unit. A strong collaboration between the unit, the trial sponsors, and Monash Health is required in planning and implementing trials to ensure the best possible care for trial patients.
This position is being offered as a full time position, however there is the potential for the position to be split into a part-time / job-share arrangement for suitable candidates. Please detail clearly in your application cover letter whether your application is for full time hours or for part-time, clearly specifying the number of days AND which week days you are available if applying for a part-time consideration. Please note that hours are expected to be worked within normal business hours Mon-Fri, after hours or weekend shifts are not a possibility. Once trained, there may be some capacity for a mix of onsite and remote working hours, however the role is primarily an onsite role.

• Team work and collaboration is vital.
• Effective and efficient oral and written communication are essential for this role.

About You
You have a high level of attention to detail, excellent multitasking, prioritization and communication skills, and an advanced level empathy for our patient population. You are motivated with a can-do attitude and strong work ethic. You enjoy working in a busy and fast-paced team environment. You enjoy helping others. You have a passion for Clinical Research. You want to work in a team that delivers high quality patient care.

• Experience in Ethics and Governance submissions for clinical trials is preferred.
• The role is based at Monash Medical Centre in Clayton, Victoria, and is a 1 year fixed term contract.
• Please refer to the position description for further details.

How to Apply
Monash Health recognises the value of equal employment opportunity and is committed to patient safety and promoting fairness, equity, and diversity in the workplace. At Monash Health we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and work to our six guiding principles.
Applications will only be accepted via the Monash Health online Mercury System only. Email applications will not be considered.
Existing Monash Health Employees should apply using your Monash Health employee account. For any queries regarding employee accounts contact Recruitment Services by email – .
Offers of employment can only be made once all required probity checks have been completed. These include:

• reference checks;
• a clear Police Check conducted within the last three months;
• a current Victorian Employee Working with Children’s Check (or proof of payment for same);and
• proof of immunisation.

A request to conduct probity checks does not guarantee that an offer of employment will be made. As part of our selection process, you may be invited by email to participate in an on-camera video interview. Under the Victorian Public Health orders, all employees working within the Public Health system must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and are required to provide acceptable evidence of their vaccination status. The current orders require evidence of three doses.
All applicants to positions with Monash Health will need to upload acceptable evidence of full vaccination against COVID-19 as part of their application. Acceptable evidence is a copy of your Immunisation History Statement or your COVID-19 Digital Certificate, which can be accessed via MyGov. Offers of employment will only be made to candidates who can provide evidence that they meet full vaccination status.
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