• Foster collaboration across internal and external partners to deliver high-quality and ethically sound clinical trials
• Full-time and fixed term for 5 years - Located in Geelong or Burwood
• Competitive remuneration including 17% superannuation   

Why work with us?

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

Who are we?

Deakin is a cutting-edge public university in Victoria, revolutionising education with 61,000 students across five campuses: Melbourne Burwood, Geelong Waurn Ponds, Geelong Waterfront, Warrnambool, and our dynamic online Campus. We're proud to be a progressive and open-minded university, delivering the highest student satisfaction in Victoria and consistently ranked in the top 1% of the world's universities.

The Clinical Trials Hub

Deakin University has established a world-class Clinical Trials Hub (CTH) to strengthen the region’s clinical research capacity and deliver innovative, locally relevant research. The CTH aims to position Deakin as a leading provider of clinical trial services for industry partners while improving access to clinical trials for patients, especially those in regional and rural communities. In addition to industry-led research, the CTH will support investigator-initiated trials.

Recognising the growing importance of clinical trials as a vital research activity and a source of competitive funding, training, and institutional growth, Deakin has developed the CTH as a centralised and coordinated resource model. This model enhances support for planning, implementation, and oversight of clinical research beyond existing services.

The CTH will ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and will strengthen Deakin’s capacity to meet increasing obligations around governance, regulation, and quality management. It will also provide essential governance frameworks, tools, and technologies to support all aspects of clinical trial activity at Deakin.

The Director, Clinical Trials Hub will lead the strategic development and operational execution of Deakin University’s clinical trial initiatives. This role encompasses oversight across key domains, including finance, operations, workforce planning, quality assurance, systems and technology, marketing, partner engagement, ethics, and governance.

As a subject matter expert in clinical trial management and regulatory compliance, the Director will ensure all clinical trial activities align with national and international best practices, including adherence to evolving regulatory standards. The Director will be accountable for the growth, sustainability, and impact of the CTH, managing a multidisciplinary team and driving performance against key indicators.

Through strategic leadership and strong stakeholder engagement, the Director will foster collaboration across internal and external partners to deliver efficient, high-quality, and ethically sound clinical trials that support Deakin’s research ambitions and contribute to improved health outcomes.

To be successful, you’ll have:

• A doctoral degree (MD, PhD, or equivalent in a relevant scientific or medical field).
• Clinical trials relevant accreditation at a national or international level.
• Substantial experience (8–10 years or more) in managing and overseeing clinical trials, including research partnerships, projects, teams, and resources.
• Proven ability to undertake research engagement with industry, government and/or community organisations.
• Demonstrated understanding of University systems related to research quality assurance and governance.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and ethical guidelines related to clinical trials.
• Thorough understanding of financial management principles and experience managing a cost centre or business unit.
• Experience in leading the development of research-related procedures, protocols, and ethics/governance applications.
• Demonstrated track record of successful trial execution, data management, and regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrated success as an eminent authority in research and scholarship through high-quality publications.
• Sustained success in obtaining competitive external research grants.

Here's how to apply: 

Please submit your updated resume, a short cover letter and responses to the Key Selection Criteria.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Deakin Distinguished Professor Rachel Huxley, Executive Dean, Faculty of Health, on execdean-health@deakin.edu.au

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

 PD - Director Clinical Trials Hub .pdf

Applications for this position close at 11.55pm on Sunday 3rd August.

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.