• UniSC Clinical Trials | Maroochydore, Sunshine Coast (NEW CLINIC)
• Level 5, $82,843 - $93,358 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time (36.25 hours per week), 2 year fixed-term appointment

The Opportunity

Join our team and play a vital role in advancing clinical research! As a key member of UniSC Clinical Trials, you’ll ensure all trial activities comply with ICH Good Clinical Practice, ethical protocols, UniSC Clinical Trials Standard Operating Procedures, and regulatory requirements. Your expertise will help drive high-quality, compliant research that makes a real impact. If you're passionate about clinical research excellence, we’d love to hear from you!

Please note, this role requires flexibility to travel to different clinical trial sites as needed, and to work outside standard business hours to support confinement studies and other time-sensitive trial activities. You may also be required to participate in a 24/7 on-call or confinement roster.

For more information, please visit us online: UniSC Clinical Trials

You will

• Support the Clinical Trials Co-ordinator (CTC) and other clinical trials staff with all Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) approved protocol requirements across the clinical trial life cycle in accordance with appropriate training and experience; and
• Work collaboratively with the UniSC Clinical Trials (UniSC CT) team, sponsors and monitors to ensure high quality and safe conduct of clinical trials conducted by UniSC CT. 

About you

You’re a proactive problem-solver who exercises sound judgment and takes initiative when needed. With strong computer literacy, including advanced skills in the Microsoft Suite and experience with databases, you work efficiently and effectively. You thrive in dynamic environments, adapting quickly to new challenges while maintaining accuracy, attention to detail, and high-quality outcomes.

You will possess:

• Degree qualification in Health Science/Bio-Medical Science or similar; or a certificate level qualification; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience, education, and training;
• Knowledge of ICH Good Clinical Practice highly regarded;
• Exercise sound judgement, take initiative and solve problems, as required;
• Strong computer literacy including proficiency with the Microsoft suite of tools and experience with software programs including databases; and  
• Prior experience within a clinical research environment is preferred. 

Don't meet every requirement? At UniSC, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If you're excited about this role but your CV doesn't align perfectly with our position description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our many other opportunities.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.

Position description:  494299 - Clinical Trial Associate.pdf

UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.

All applications must be lodged through our website. To apply please visit our website at: Careers at UniSC

Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 19 April 2026.

Your completed application must include:

• a resume and a statement of suitability (not to exceed two pages), which be reviewed in alignment to the specified selection criteria as outlined within the position description.

Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team

UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au

We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life

Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:

James Donkin
Clinical Trials Operations Manager - UniSC Clinical Trials Centre
Telephone: 07 5459 4880
Email: jdonkin@usc.edu.au

Discover UniSC

We're all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. We’re not the biggest university. But we’re growing every day, and doing big things. Like ground-breaking research, championing sustainability, producing gold-winning athletes and award-winning alumni.

We're one of the fastest growing universities in Australia, growing to over 2,000 people across 5 campuses in South East Queensland and a growing footprint in major capital cities.

Teaching excellence is at the heart of what we do, and our commitment to sustainability is integrated into our teaching, research, and daily operations. Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 13 fields ranked well above world standard in the Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) rankings, demonstrating outstanding performance across key disciplines. At UniSC, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the educational landscape and contribute to shaping the future for generations to come.

We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, encouraging continuous professional development and providing resources to enhance your career. We recognise and value the contributions of each team member to our culture and success. We're not afraid to be different, and we're looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team that is working together to improve our local and global challenges.

Our Culture & Benefits:

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
• Salary packing options + 17% Super.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.