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 Project Officer (Clinical Research Unit)

• Employment Type: Part - time (28 hours a week)
• Duration: Parental leave cover contract from 13^th January 2025 – 13^th November 2025.  
• Remuneration: $100k - $107k base prorated (+ 17% Super, leave loading)
• Working Visa: Full working rights will be required for the duration of the contract
• Location: UNSW Kensington campus (Workdays will be Monday to Thursday, with the option to work from home every Wednesday and Thursday)

Who we are:

UNSW Medicine & Health has established the Clinical Research Unit (CRU) to connect infrastructure, experience, and expertise available within UNSW and its affiliated groups to support investigator-initiated clinical research throughout the UNSW networks.

Why this role matters:

The Project Officer is responsible for providing general administrative support to the CRU team as well as project specific administrative and tracking support for projects that are conducted in partnership with CRU, to ensure efficient delivery of CRU strategy and operations.

This role primarily supports the Operations Director and Program Operations Lead with CRU administrative matters and the Project Manager for project matters but will work closely with all CRU team members and others across designated tasks.

Key skills required:

• Relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training, and experience.
• Basic knowledge of clinical trial processes and ICH/GCP guidelines desirable.
• Relevant demonstrated experience in a clinical research environment desirable.
• Strong general administration skills and experience.
• Excellent time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines by using judgement and initiative.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail for deliverables produced.
• Highly proficient computer literacy skills, working with a range of computer systems and applications, including Microsoft suite of products.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team, but also to take initiative and work independently while managing competing demands.
• Project experience, with an understanding of the project life cycle and development of project plans, objectives, and documentation.

Please refer to the position description for full details.

UNSW Benefits and Culture: 

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including:​ 

• 17% Superannuation and leave loading​ 
• Flexible working ​ 
• Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period​ 
• Access to lifelong learning and career development ​ 
• Progressive HR practices​ 

More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.  

How to apply:

Please click on Apply now to apply online. Applications should not be sent to the contact listed below.

If you can provide a resume and a separate document addressing the main skills and experience listed in the position description. A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW.

Contact (role related questions)

Merita O'Connell, Talent Acquisition

E:  merita.oconnell@unsw.edu.au

Applications close:  Wednesday 23^rd October before 11.30pm

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.