Technical Assistant - Blacktown Medical Oncology Research

Technical Assistant - Blacktown Medical Oncology Research

• Be part of one of NSW’s largest Oncology Clinical Trial Units

• Hands-on pathology role supporting lifesaving cancer trials

• Grow your career in a collaborative hospital research environment
  

Collect, process and manage clinical trial specimens to support cutting-edge oncology research and improve patient outcomes.

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to 12 months)
Position Classification: Technical Assistant Grade 2
Remuneration: $32.46 - $33.70 per hour
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Blacktown Hospital

Where you'll be working 
Blacktown Medical Oncology Research (BMOR) at Blacktown Hospital is a high-performing clinical trials unit delivering sponsored and investigator-initiated oncology research that changes lives.

• You’ll join a dedicated, multidisciplinary team committed to excellence in patient care, research quality and innovation.

• One of the largest Oncology Clinical Trial Units in NSW

• Strong culture of teamwork, learning and shared purpose

• Direct contribution to therapies that extend or improve lives

• Fast-paced clinical research environment

• Located within a major metropolitan hospital precinct

What you'll be doing
In this hands-on technical role, you will support clinical trials through high-quality pathology and laboratory services that ensure protocol compliance and excellent patient care.

• Perform venepuncture and blood collection in line with best practice

• Process, handle, store and ship clinical trial specimens to protocol requirements

• Maintain accurate specimen identification, labelling and documentation

• Enter and manage clinical trial data with a high degree of accuracy

• Support efficient laboratory operations in line with Good Laboratory Practice

Ready to make a difference?
At NSW Health, you’ll make a meaningful impact, work with purpose, and be part of something bigger. If you’re passionate about quality, teamwork and improving outcomes for patients with cancer, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and help shape the future of cancer care.

How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

1. Certificate III/IV in Pathology Collections or relevant qualifications deemed suitable.

2. Previous experience in pathology services including venepuncture, sample management (collection, processing and shipping) and safe laboratory working procedures.

3. Knowledge and skills to perform PBMC sample processing as required or willingness to work toward same.

4. Demonstrated interpersonal skills preferably in a clinical environment, including the ability to communicate effectively with customers, patients and clinical staff.

5. Demonstrated problem solving and trouble shooting skills.

6. Excellent computer skills with high level competence in database entry and spreadsheets.

7. Proven excellent attention to detail.

8. Excellent time management skills.

Requisition ID: REQ624735
Applications Close: 19 January 2026

Need more information?

• Discover more about the application process.

• Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.  

• Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.

• For inquiries about the role, contact Raymond Tangunan on Raymond.Tangunan@health.nsw.gov.au