Research Officer (522117)


Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Sth
Hospitals Sth - Medical & Cancer Servs
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Position details

Applications close:

AEST

Award/Classification:

Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Band 4

Employment type:

Full Time

Region:

South

Location:

Royal Hobart Hospital

Job description:

Provide support to the Clinical Trials Team (CTT) in establishing, undertaking and coordinating research projects, Haematology and Oncology Registries and Clinical Trials studies, providing a broad range of project management, administrative and research related functions. Act as a resource person for all non-clinical aspects of the clinical trials run at the site, for medical investigators, nursing and laboratory staff, pharmacists, other hospital departments, contract research organisations, ethics committee and patients involved in research studies within the CTT.

The role:

Provide support to the Clinical Trials Team (CTT) in establishing, undertaking and coordinating research projects, Haematology and Oncology Registries and Clinical Trials studies, providing a broad range of project management, administrative and research related functions.

Act as a resource person for all non-clinical aspects of the clinical trials run at the site, for medical investigators, nursing and laboratory staff, pharmacists, other hospital departments, contract research organisations, ethics committee and patients involved in research studies within the CTT.

Provide support to and assist with the coordination of collaborative cancer group, commercial sponsor and local investigator initiated research within the CTT.

Create and maintain comprehensive databases for the CTT.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

The team:

Cancer and Blood Services (CaBS) at the Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH), is a comprehensive service dedicated to cancer and blood disorder patients including the state-wide bone marrow transplant service. The units together provide treatment, research, clinical trials and education regarding these diseases and survivorship care.

The clinical trials team value positivity, making a difference, striving for excellence, adaptability, teamwork and kindness.  

Working in Hobart offers an enviable lifestyle with short commutes, easy access to great beaches and national parks as well as great food and wine.

Details of Appointment

Permanent, full time, day worker position working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

*notwithstanding hours may be negotiated with the successful applicant

  • Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or fixed term full time, part time and casual vacancies.

Salary: $79,529 - $91,517 per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

  • Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022

Eligibility:

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

  1. Previous experience in clinical trials projects

  2. Relevant tertiary qualifications

The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre‑employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:

  1. Conviction checks in the following areas:
  1. crimes of violence
  2. sex related offences
  3. serious drug offences
  4. crimes involving dishonesty
  1. Identification check
  2. Disciplinary action in previous employment check.

How to Apply

Apply Online.  Please click the "Apply" button on this screen.  This ensures important questions about you are answered. 

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.

Please note:

  • We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.
  • All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
  • Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Applicant Guide, Statement of Duties, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria.

Statement of Duties

Applicant Guide

For more information, please contact

Alison West

Nurse Unit Manager - 1A Oncology Outpatients
0467 663 160
alison.west@ths.tas.gov.au

Important information

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To update your email address (or contact number), log in to www.jobs.tas.gov.au and look for “Existing applicant login” where you can update your details

The Department of Health values workforce diversity and recognises the value each person offers which is shaped by their unique characteristics, background, experiences, knowledge, skills, values and perspectives.

The core purpose guiding the way in which we work across the Department of Health is to CARE for the health and wellbeing of all in Tasmania through our Values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence. We are united by our shared purpose and model our CARE Values through our interactions with one another, our patients, our clients and the Tasmanian community.

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