Manager Clinical Research and Evaluation - Drug and Alcohol Services
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 3
Remuneration: $64.13 - $72.85 Per Hour Plus Superannuation
Hours Per Week: 32
Requisition ID: REQ609469
Location: Langton Centre, Surry Hills
Applications Close Date: Tuesday 21st October, 2025
What You'll Be Doing:
SESLHD Drug and Alcohol (D&A) Service offers a range of treatment and support services for people with problems from their alcohol, prescription or illicit drug use, and/or their families and carers. Outpatient D&A services are located in clinics at the Langton Centre in Surry Hills, St George Hospital in Kogarah, and Caringbah Community Health Centre at Sutherland Hospital. Inpatient D&A services are provided at Sydney Hospital, Prince of Wales, St George and Sutherland Hospitals.
The position oversees SESLHD D&A research and evaluation activities and resources, under the supervision of the Director D&A. This involves: membership role in the Drug and Alcohol Clinical Research Investigators Network (DACRIN); staff management of single and multi-site research studies; developing and supporting translational research and evaluation frameworks and projects that promote evidence based practice; continued growth of the performance and cohesion of the research agenda in SESLHD D&A; overseeing co-ordination of the ethical-legal challenges of setting up research studies; promoting the SESLHD D&A translational research and evaluation activities at a state, national and international level.
- Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay! Up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing.
- Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.
- Discounted Private Health Insurance.
Selection Criteria
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in health or social sciences related to Drug & Alcohol research, or relevant equivalent work experience, or a combination of study and work experience.
- Demonstrated experience as a senior researcher on large, multi-site studies.
- Experience working within health service settings including working with marginalised groups who are hard to reach, and may present with complex and challenging behaviours.
- Demonstrated high level skills in data analysis, performance reporting, academic writing, funding applications and project management as evidenced by a strong publication and funding track record.
- Demonstrated ability to prioritise and meet deadlines within specified timeframes.
- Demonstrated understanding of legal and ethical research requirements, with demonstrated experience in the management of clinical trials and research projects.
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to facilitate, negotiate and resolve conflicts to advance clinical research, build effective partnerships across sectors, and manage and co-ordinate multidisciplinary teams.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and proficiency in a range of computer application systems including Microsoft Office, spreadsheets and databases and electronic data capture systems.
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For role related queries or questions contact Victoria Hayes on Vicky.Hayes@health.nsw.gov.au
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Reasonable Adjustments:
NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email SESLHD-Recruitment-PaCH@health.nsw.gov.au and let us know. Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.
Information For Applicants:
- An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies
- Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.
- Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description
- Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer
- We do have an Aboriginal Workforce Team that can also provide support (SESLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website
