694284 – CHW – Clinical Trials Officer
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- REQ614508 Requisition #
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- 3 days ago Post Date
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time up to 01 November 2026
Position Classification: Health Mgr Lvl 1 - Full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging)
Remuneration: 84436 - 112331
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ614508
Location: Westmead
Applications Close: Midnight 27 October 2025
Sydney Children's Hospitals Network is the largest paediatric health care entity in Australia. We care for thousands of children each year in our hospitals and in their homes — with one purpose in mind — to help young people live their healthiest lives.
What you'll be doing
The Clinical Trial Officer works within a research team at the Sydney Children’s Hospital Network. This role involves assisting the research team in the conduct of day to day clinical trial operational and research activities.
The primary purpose of this role is to contribute actively to the provision of high-quality research activities at the Sydney Children’s Hospital Network (SCHN).
KEY DUTES
1. Assist in Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) and Research Governance Office (RGO) submissions including management of the essential documents required for clinical trial start-up and amendments.
2. Database management and maintenance.
3. Assist the research team in administrative duties including document preparation, retrieval and collation, filing, facilitating sample logistics as needed.
4. General office administration including maintaining the shared email account and calendar, meeting organisation, attendance and taking of minutes where required, maintenance of office supplies, assist with WHS activities, and assist in financial management relating to clinical trial activities as needed.
5. Where required assist in the preparation of external monitoring and auditing of clinical trial activities.
6. Assist in data entry and maintenance in the Clinical Trials Management System (CTMS).
7. Actively contribute to promoting a culture of quality and patient safety in clinical research.
About You
We’re looking for someone who:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in a relevant field, or equivalent work experience in clinical trial management in a clinical research environment, or a combination of study and work experience
- Demonstrated knowledge of legislation and guidelines for conducting clinical trials in Australia and experience in obtaining and maintaining ethics and governance approvals.
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and within a multidisciplinary team
- Strong computer skills and willingness to utilise existing and new systems for clinical trials project management and data.
Project, time and workload management skills with demonstrated ability to prioritise, have attention to detail, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines in a highly paced environment including the ability to troubleshoot, and take a consultative approach to ensure delivery of complex tasks to meet pre-defined time, budget and quality targets.
How to Apply
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:- A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
- Answers to the selection criteria in the Position Description
Additional Benefits (for eligible employees)
- Salary packaging for tax savings
- Meal entertainment savings
- Accrued Day Off (ADO) for Full Time employees
- Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Fitness Passport
- Flexible Work Practice Opportunities
Need more information?
- Click here for the Position Description
- Find out more about applying for this position
- Learn more about The Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network
- Aboriginal job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application.
Further Contacts and Support
For role related queries or questions contact Annie Yeung on annie.yeung@health.nsw.gov.au
We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network. For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact SCHN-EA-AboriginalHealthDirectorate@health.nsw.gov.au
For technical support please contact the customer services team on 1300 679 367.
Child Safe Standards
SCHN is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Additional Information
Applicants will be assessed against the essential criteria in Position Description. Please ensure that you review this document to understand the full requirements of the role.
NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed, including physical adjustments, interview setup, or scheduling needs.
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity - we acknowledge the vibrancy that a diverse workforce brings to enhance both our workplace culture and our service delivery to children, young people and their families and carers.
Employment of temporary visa holders is only considered if no suitable permanent resident or citizen is identified after labour market testing. Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
All workers must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2024_15 for more detail.
This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian. For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Office of the Children’s Guardian Website
For roles that require formal qualifications, please note that overseas qualifications must be assessed by the Department of Education or the relevant authority appointed by the Australian Government for skilled migration purposes.
Eligibility List
An eligibility list may be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
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