Haematology Start-up and Regulatory Officer (Health Manager Level 1)

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time up to June 2026 with the possibility of extension
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 1
Remuneration: $1,682.93 - $2,238.92 per week + Annual leave loading + Superannuation
Location: Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ646981

Are you a detail-oriented, process-driven research professional with an interest in regulatory governance and ethics?

About the Role

Formed in 1882, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (RPA) is a major metropolitan tertiary referral hospital and a principal provider of specialist healthcare. It remains one of the nation’s most respected hospitals, with a distinguished history serving the health needs of local, statewide, national and international communities.

The Haematology Clinical Trials Unit at RPA Hospital is seeking a Start-up and Regulatory Officer to play a central role in supporting the regulatory and ethics framework that underpins our clinical research program.

This role focuses on preparing, coordinating and managing ethics and governance submissions across multiple studies. You will develop a strong understanding of research protocols and oversee key regulatory documentation, including clinical trial notifications, ethics applications, site governance submissions, contracts and indemnities, ensuring studies are activated efficiently compliantly and in alignment with all applicable regulatory and quality standards.

Working closely with investigators and the research team, you will support timely study start-up, maintain essential documentation, track approvals and amendments throughout the lifecycle of each project, and liaise with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate smooth submission processes and ongoing compliance.

This role requires exceptional organisational skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise across multiple active studies while maintaining accuracy and compliance. A collaborative approach, clear communication skills and sound judgement will be essential in navigating complex governance processes and building productive working relationships with multidisciplinary stakeholders.

If you are motivated by strengthening research governance and supporting high-quality, ethically conducted clinical trials that improve outcomes for patients with haematological conditions, we invite you to join our team and play a key role in the continued success of haematology research at RPA Hospital. 

For more information, please view the Position Description.

Ideal Candidate

• Health related degree and/or experience in research, clinical trials or relevant experience.
• Knowledge and experience in clinical research including secure data management, participant trial data collection, skills in coordinating trial participants, ability to rapidly master new concepts and skills, detailed knowledge of HREC and RGO submissions.
• Proficiency in a range of computer applications including Microsoft Office, medical electronic databases (e.g. Medline, PubMed, Embase,), REDCap and research software (e.g. SAS, SPSS, EndNote, Nvivo).