Associate Clinical Trial Manager - PhD / Post-Doc (Oncology)

Medpace; City of Stonnington; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site mentors

Career development

Structured onboarding and training

WFH flexibility after training

Job summary

Medpace is seeking an Associate Clinical Trial Manager (aCTM) for our Melbourne, Australia office. You will support Project Coordinators and Clinical Trial Managers in day-to-day project management activities and oversee study timelines.

PhD graduates with oncology experience, fluent English, and strong communication skills are preferred. Prior CRO/pharma experience is advantageous but not required, with onboarding training and a clear career path into CTM.

Qualifications

• PhD in Life Sciences required.
• Oncology experience preferred.
• Fluent English with strong presentation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, international CRO environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with project teams to ensure timely delivery of tasks.
• Maintain project status reports within the CTMS.
• Liaise with Sponsor, study sites, and vendors to support trials.
• Provide oversight of regulatory filing systems and study supplies.
• Prepare and maintain project timelines and meeting minutes.

Skills

Fluency in English

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Life Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Excel

CTMS familiarity

Job description

Medpace is a leading CRO for Biotech companies and we are currently seeking candidates with PhDs and/or Post-Doctoral Research experience for a full-time Associate Clinical Trial Manager (aCTM) to join our Clinical Trial Management team in our Melbourne, Australia office. The aCTM will be a part of the Clinical Trial Management team and support Project Coordinators and Clinical Trial Managers in performance of project management activities. Candidate must have a desire to transfer and apply analytical and academic skills in clinical project administration and management.

This is a fantastic opportunity for recent PhD graduates to enter the industry, receive solid foundational training, work in an international environment, and develop their career in the research and development of cutting-edge therapeutics. Candidates should expect to have an intensive training period and show the desire and aptitude for an accelerated career path into Clinical Trial Management (CTM).

Responsibilities

• Communicate and collaborate on global study activities; working closely with the project coordinator and clinical trial manager;
• Ensure timely delivery of recurrent tasks consistently with a high degree of accuracy;
• Compile and maintain project-specific status reports within the clinical trial management system;
• Interact with the internal project team, Sponsor, study sites, and third-party vendors;
• Provide oversight and quality control of our internal regulatory filing system;
• Provide oversight and management of study supplies;
• Create and maintain project timelines; and
• Coordinate project meetings and produce quality minutes.

Qualifications

• PhD in Life Sciences;
• Experienced in Oncology;
• Fluency in English with solid presentation skills;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced dynamic industry within an international team;
• Prior experience within the CRO or pharmaceutical industry not required but will be advantageous;
• Excellent computer (word-processing, databases, Excel, Windows), organisational, and communication skills.

Medpace Overview

Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO) providing phase l-lV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through the advancement of clinical research. We leverage in-country regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major therapeutic areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic, endocrinology, central nervous system, and anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, we employ more than 6,500 people across 40+ countries.

Why Medpace?

When you join Medpace, you become part of an innovative team that brings cutting-edge therapies to market while building a meaningful and rewarding career focused on scientific excellence and improving patient outcomes around the world through continuous learning and cross-functional collaboration.

Purpose-Driven Work

• Work alongside physicians, scientists, and industry-leading experts committed to advancing the global development of medical therapeutics through clinical research excellence

Collaborative Culture

• Contribute to an interactive team environment that empowers decision making, creative thinking, and continuous learning through open communication and mutual trust.
• Leadership throughout Medpace is both accessible and approachable

Continuous Growth & Development

• Office based environment with on-site mentors
• Defined career paths with clear advancement opportunities
• Industry renowned onboarding and training programs designed to accelerate professional development
• Ongoing training and continuous learning opportunities throughout your career
• An environment that encourages employees to influence change, contribute ideas, and grow quickly

Other Employee Benefits

• Competitive compensation programs that recognize and reward performance
• Comprehensive health, wellness, retirement, and PTO benefits
• Office based culture with occasional WFH that provides flexibility for eligible positions after training
• Company-sponsored social events

Please note benefits may vary based on country.