Role type: 0.8 – 1 FTE; Fixed-term until 31 December 2027 Faculty: Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences Department/ School: Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Newborn Health Location: Western Health, Sunshine Hospital Salary: $100,847 - $109,163 p.a. pro rata for part-time plus 17% superannuation Impact maternal and childhood health through C*STEROID and PRECeDe / coordinate multi-site trials / collaborate with maternity researchers The PRECeDe Trial The C*STEROID Trial – University of Auckland Bring your clinical trials expertise to maternal fetal medicine and help transform evidence-based care for families Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities. The University of Melbourne We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website. Your next career opportunity You will play a central role coordinating large, international maternal fetal medicine trials and long-term childhood follow-up studies. Working closely with the Clinical Trials Manager, you will oversee multi-site operations, data quality and trial processes. You will help generate evidence that improves outcomes for mothers, babies and children in Australia and beyond. What you will deliver: Support ethics and governance submissions, site assessments and contracts to enable timely trial start-up across all sites. Coordinate day-to-day operations for C*STEROID, PRECeDe and related studies, ensuring adherence to protocols and GCP standards. Lead data management activities, including database design, training site staff, data cleaning, integrity checks and data locking. Liaise with over twenty recruiting sites, investigators and trial teams to support recruitment, workflow and issue resolution. Contribute to stakeholder communications and oversight through meeting coordination, reports, consumer engagement and long-term follow-up planning. You may be a great fit if you: Hold postgraduate qualifications in science, allied health, nursing, medicine or public health, or equivalent experience and training. Bring substantial experience in clinical trials, including multi-site hospital research governance, coordination and project management. Demonstrate strong knowledge of ICH GCP, NHMRC clinical trial policies and international research governance requirements. Use Office applications confidently, and manage databases such as REDCap to support accurate, high-quality trial data. Write clear ethics applications, reports and correspondence, and communicate complex trial information effectively to diverse stakeholders. Manage competing deadlines with excellent organisation, attention to detail, professionalism and independence within a collaborative team. For further information please refer to the attached PD. What we offer you! We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including: Build future financial security with 17% superannuation Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave, cultural leave, and menstruation and menopause leave. Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program For more information check out our benefits page! Your new team – Join the Western Health Maternal Fetal Medicine Research Unit, partnering with the University of Melbourne. The team in Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Newborn Health leads landmark MRFF- and NHMRC-funded trials, including C*STEROID and PRECeDe. You will support pregnancy research and long-term childhood follow-up studies with national collaborators. You will work with clinicians, researchers, statisticians and trial coordinators in a supportive environment valuing integrity and teamwork. Be Yourself The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb. We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at korin-korin@unimelb.edu.au. Application essentials: Visit "apply with us" to learn more about the process, including tips and FAQs. You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you. Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process. Please upload your responses to the Selection Criteria, found in the Position Description. Learn more about responding to Selection Criteria Want to know more? For queries related to this specific position, contact Prof Joanne Said by emailing For questions related to our recruitment process email Walid at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Apply today, and join a community that’s shaping the future. Applications close: Wednesday the 4th of November 2026 at 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone. Position Description: JR-018776 - Assistant Clinical Trials Manager, Maternal Fetal Medicine - PD.docx JR-018776 - Assistant Clinical Trials Manager, Maternal Fetal Medicine - PD Explore leadership opportunities to shape the future and growth of the University of Melbourne - Executive Opportunities Welcome to the University of Melbourne – where our vision for positive societal change creates impact. Join our community of world-class thinkers, where innovation thrives, and your ideas shape the future. Why choose us? You'll work among the best, pushing the boundaries of knowledge with passion. Whether you're driving groundbreaking research, inspiring the next generation through teaching, or providing essential professional services, we empower you to excel. At the University of Melbourne, your potential is our priority. Elevate your career, make a real difference, and be part of a diverse community that values your unique contribution. Your journey to professional and personal growth starts here. Discover more at - https://about.unimelb.edu.au/ At the heart of our mission is a commitment to enriching society through education and research. Through our strategy "Advancing Melbourne," we're not just shaping our own future; we're shaping the future of the state, the nation, and our global community. Together, we propel Australia forward, positioning it as an ambitious, forward-thinking leader on the world stage. Our staff play a key role in elevating Australia's reputation and influence globally. Your contributions are the driving force behind our ambition to be a leading force for positive change. Join us, and let's advance Melbourne – and the world – together. Discover more The University has committed to a strategic vision which aims to create a thriving, fair and diverse university community, working together respectfully to make a difference to each other and in the world. Join us on our journey to build a future where everyone in our community can feel a strong sense of belonging, and diverse perspectives fuel success. Discover more Want to know more about us, our processes, or future opportunities? We would love to connect with you! Get in touch with our friendly Talent Acquisition team at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au

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