Senior Clinical Research Associate, Neuroscience Trials Australia (NTA)

The Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health • Parkville, MD

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Neuroscience Trials Australia (NTA), part of The Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health, is seeking a Senior Clinical Research Associate for its Clinical Operations team. The role leads sponsor monitoring and clinical trial activities across a diverse portfolio of academic and commercially sponsored studies, from investigator-initiated research to large commercial trials. It provides oversight of study conduct, site performance, quality, regulatory compliance and operational delivery. The role also may coordinate trial delivery on selected projects without a dedicated project manager. The position is a 12-month fixed-term, full-time role at the Parkville location; 0.8 FTE will also be considered.

Requirements

• Degree in Life Sciences, Health Sciences or a related discipline.
• At least 4 years of clinical research experience in a CRO, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, hospital or academic research environment.
• Strong working knowledge of ICH-GCP and clinical trial regulations in Australia and New Zealand.
• Experience conducting monitoring visits and managing essential clinical trial documentation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Ability to travel as required for study and business needs.
• Current valid work rights for Australia.
• The preferred applicant must consent to a police check.

Nice To Haves

• Neuroscience, neurology or mental health research experience.
• Experience in a contract research or service delivery environment.
• Quality systems experience.
• Investigational product management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead site monitoring activities across a portfolio of clinical trials.
• Build and maintain relationships with investigators, coordinators and sponsors.
• Ensure trial documentation and study files are audit- and inspection-ready.
• Support delivery of projects on time, within scope and within budget.
• Identify and escalate study risks and operational issues.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and operational excellence across NTA.
• Mentor and support less experienced team members where appropriate.
• On selected projects, take a lead role in coordinating trial delivery when a dedicated project manager has not been assigned.

Benefits

• Collaborative and inclusive workplace culture.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Opportunity to work on impactful clinical trials advancing neuroscience research.
• Dynamic and inspiring workplace with opportunities to develop your career.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior