School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
Part-time (40% FTE), fixed-term position for 2 years (through to 31 March 2027)
The full-time base salary will range from $89,861 - $96,402 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 6)
Primarily based at our St Lucia campus
About This Opportunity
We are seeking a highly motivated and organised Clinical Trial Coordinator to provide clinical trial coordination and implementation of a multi-centre clinical trial entitled ACTIVE KNEECAPs! Led by Associate Professor Natalie Collins, this project is funded by the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) and aims to provide healthcare practitioners with the evidence and resources to make informed treatment decisions for adolescents with kneecap pain.
Reporting to the Clinical Trial Manager, this position encompasses a broad range of research-related activities, including project setup and administration; assisting with centralised ethics and governance coordination; participant recruitment, screening and follow-up; data collection; database support; and assisting with project progress reporting. The successful candidate will facilitate and maintain close working relationships with multidisciplinary clinical and research teams, clinicians, higher degree research students, participants and their parents, and other key stakeholders.
Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
In collaboration with the trial team, develop, promote and implement participant recruitment and engagement strategies and activities, including engaging with medical practitioners, sports clubs and schools; and adapt strategies as needed to meet recruitment targets.
Screen volunteers for suitability to enter the clinical trial according to study-specific inclusion/exclusion criteria.
Conduct informed consent procedures, enrol participants in the trial, and perform randomisation procedures.
Collect data (including questionnaires and study-specific assessments) from participants at scheduled timepoints, as described in the trial protocol.
Perform data entry, maintain systematic participant information record keeping, and assist with maintenance of project-specific clinical trial management systems.
Provide project administrative support to all stakeholders to develop a working framework and documentation for a multi-centre clinical trial, including preparing and presenting progress reports and study updates.
Assist with providing data for reporting on research outcomes, including preparation of abstracts, posters, oral presentations and publications.
About You
The Clinical Trial Coordinator will be responsible for recruiting, screening and collecting data from adolescents with patellofemoral (kneecap) pain. As such, our ideal candidate will be a health professional with the ability to diagnose musculoskeletal conditions within their scope of practice (e.g. Physiotherapist, Podiatrist), have experience assessing and treating adolescents with musculoskeletal pain and injury, and have the following attributes:
Tertiary qualifications in health sciences (or other relevant disciplines), or experience and research management expertise in a tertiary setting; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
Ability to build relationships with a range of researchers, clinicians and other stakeholders, and work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team in a co-operative and collegial manner.
Ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels (including adolescents), both internal and external to the organisation.
Excellent organisation skills, including the ability to prioritise workload and exercise initiative and judgement as appropriate. Work in a flexible and dynamic environment with competing priorities to meet deadlines.
Well-developed skills in written communication, including flexibility and proficiency in using a wide range of computer and web applications to achieve high standard communication and promotional materials. Knowledge of clinical research data capture and management using REDCap is desirable but not essential.
Mandatory Requirements: You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment. The successful candidate will also be required to hold and maintain AHPRA registration, hold appropriate Working with Children clearance in Queensland (e.g. Blue Card), and complete mandatory immunisations (as they apply to this position).
About UQ
Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:
26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave
17% superannuation contributions
17.5% annual leave loading
Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
UQ Study for Staff
On campus childcare options
Affordable parking (from just $5.75 a day)
Questions?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Associate Professor Natalie Collins at [email protected]. For application queries, please contact [email protected] stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
Want to Apply?
All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:
Resume
Cover letter addressing the ‘About You' section.
Other Information
UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don't meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.
We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to [email protected] for accessibility support or adjustments.
Applications close Monday 20 January 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (Job Reference Number: R-46605).