Research Fellow - Queensland Youth Cancer Service
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10 July 2018
About Us
The Queensland Youth Cancer Service (QYCS) is a statewide service provided through a coordinated Partnership model. CHQ HHS is the Hospital and Health Service (HHS) that provides governance and leadership for the Partnership through the QYCS Central Team located at the Lady Cilento Children’s Hospital (LCCH). The Cancer Centres within Metro South HHS - Princess Alexandra Hospital (PAH), Metro North HHS – Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital (RBWH), Gold Coast HHS – Gold Coast University Hospital (GCUH) and Townsville HHS – The Townsville Hospital (TTH) complete the partnership service model. The QYCS supports adolescent and young adult (AYA) cancer patients aged between 15 – 25 years.
Our VISION
To provide excellence in comprehensive care for young people aged 15 – 25 years with cancer
Our MISSION
Through a coordinated state wide multidisciplinary approach, we provide adolescents and young adults, their families and carers with specialised medical, nursing and psychological cancer care.
Our COMMITMENT
To offer the best: safe, expert, age appropriate treatment, care and support for young people with cancer regardless of their place of residence in Queensland.
www.childrens.health.qld.gov.au/qycs
The Position
Please note this is a multi-disciplinary role where either a HP5 (Research Fellow - Health Practitioner) or a NG7 (Research Fellow – Nursing) will be successful. There is only one position available.
How to apply for either position
Applicants are encouraged to apply online; Please review the Role Description for more information on application process requirements.
Research Fellow - Nursing: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-H18CHQ281686
Applications close 27 July 2018
Research Fellow - Health Practitioner: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-H18CHQ281686A
Applications close 27 July 2018
Agency referrals will not be accepted for this position.
Breast Oncology Fellowship
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20 June 2018
To support the senior medical oncologist, Prof Arlene Chan, in the care of breast cancer patients and the associated research activities undertaken at BCRC-WA, are offering a Breast Oncology Fellowship.
Selection Criteria
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery or equivalent MD
Advanced trainee or Specialist status in Medical Oncology
Previous clinical trials research experience
Demonstrated interpersonal and leadership skills, including motivating and mentoring teams with an understanding of human resource management.
Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication skills with well-developed cross-cultural sensitivity and diplomacy.
Proven ability to organise heavy workloads, including the ability to prioritise and delegate
Demonstrated problem solving skills with capacity to learn and apply principles of budget management.
Demonstrated commitment to applying relevant and applicable policies, procedures and legislation in the day-to-day performance of the functions of this position.
Proficiency with utilising computer software
Fluent in English
Desirable Criteria
Recognises fundamental importance of evidence-based medicine
Prior experience with design and utilisation of database software, ideally Filemaker Pro
Download (PDF, 640kb) position description
Closing date
15/10/2018
Applications to info@bcrc-wa.com.au
Clinical Research Manager
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21 February 2018
About us
The Australasian Gastro‐Intestinal Trials Group (AGITG) conducts collaborative multidisciplinary clinical trials and related translational research investigating new treatments for gastro-intestinal cancers.
Gastro-intestinal cancers affect the oesophagus, stomach, liver, gall bladder, pancreas, bowel, rectum and anus. Collectively these cancers are the most common form of cancer in Australia, affecting over 24,000 Australians each year and claiming a devastating 33 lives each day.
AGITG research has led to improvements in both the life expectancy and quality of life of people diagnosed with gastro‐intestinal cancer.
The organisation was established in 1991 and is recognised internationally for conducting high quality research and has well established international collaboration links with the United Kingdom, Europe, Asia and North America.
The Role
The Clinical Research Manager will be responsible for supporting the development and conduct of new collaborative research including supporting AGITG research committees, planning and implementing research generation activities and managing small scale or pilot research projects.
This is a full time role for an initial 12 month contract with potential for ongoing employment.
Key Responsibilities
- Support AGITG’s clinical trial projects and priorities with the Chair, CEO and research teams
- Support the new research development process
- Manage multiple complex research projects in a clinical research environment including concise reporting
- Develop and execute communication plans (internal and external) for individual projects with multiple stakeholders
- Administration and management of contracts and budgets
- Prepare standard operating procedures for trial operations
- Meeting organisation to support projects and achieve effective outcomes
- Maintain supportive and effective relationships with AGITG Investigators
- Lead problem solving and resolution efforts to include management of risk & contingencies
- Advise and influence effective outcomes with internal and external stakeholders
- Manage study protocol development ensuring appropriate inputs and participation
- Project development and negotiation with funders cooperatively with senior management
- Develop procedures to support the business area and key projects
- Undertake any other duties relevant as required by the Chief Executive Officer.
About you
To be successful in this role, you will have tertiary qualifications in a science or healthcare discipline along with demonstrated experience in health research, including clinical trials, preferably in the field of oncology.
The successful applicant will be required to undergo a current National Police Clearance.
You must have the right to live and work in this location to apply for this job.
Key Skills
- Demonstrated competency in strategic thinking; capable of seeing the big picture and bringing together all the key elements for success
- Experience in health related ethics submissions and document preparation including protocol development knowledge
- Site selection, management and clinical monitoring experience in accordance with ICH GCP
- Prior experience working with multidisciplinary medical, health and research teams
- Demonstrated organisation, problem solving and analytical skills within a health research setting
- Strong verbal communication skills to liaise with variety of people in business, government and health sectors
- Deadline focused with excellent time management skills
Other
- High level attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities
- Proactive, energetic and creative
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Demonstrated ability to identify problems, make recommendations and implement appropriate solutions
- Evidence of working in a dynamic, energetic and positive manner, where change and development are welcomed as challenges rather than obstacles
- Demonstrated initiative, flexibility and commitment
How to apply for this job
Please submit a cover letter addressing the selection criteria alongside your CV to AGITG@gicancer.org.au, using the subject line: Clinical Research Manager application
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