Clinical Trial Unit Lead – Gold Coast

Mater Group; Caloundra; On-site; AUD 99,000 - 104,000; Full time

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Job summary

Mater Research is seeking a Clinical Trial Unit Manager to lead the Gold Coast clinical trials team. The role is a three-year fixed-term, full-time position based at the Gold Coast campus, onsite, reporting to the Clinical Trials leadership team.

You will oversee trial operations, ensure GCP compliance, manage budgets and staff development, and collaborate with investigators, sponsors and regulators to deliver high-quality research outcomes for patients and the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and postgraduate qualification or extensive relevant experience.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Clinical Trial management and leadership.
• Experience in Clinical Trial Financial management and associated systems.
• Demonstrated high level interpersonal skills and stakeholder liaison.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Current ICH GCP certification and understanding of guiding principles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Clinical Trial Unit to ensure safe, efficient trial delivery.
• Provide leadership, supervision and mentorship to clinical research staff including workforce planning and training.
• Coordinate end-to-end clinical trials from feasibility to close-out.
• Manage unit budgets, resources, and operational reporting.
• Ensure GMP/GCP compliance and regulatory adherence across trials.
• Drive quality improvements, risk management and audit activities.
• Develop strong relationships with Principal Investigators, sponsors and regulators.
• Ensure participant safety and data integrity throughout trial delivery.
• Develop strategies to improve efficiency and recruitment performance.
• Foster a collaborative, safety-focused team culture aligned with Mater values.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree and postgraduate qualification

Current ICH GCP certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mater Research is seeking a Clinical Trial Unit Manager to lead the Gold Coast clinical trials team. The role is a three-year fixed-term, full-time position based at the Gold Coast campus, onsite, reporting to the Clinical Trials leadership team.

You will oversee trial operations, ensure GCP compliance, manage budgets and staff development, and collaborate with investigators, sponsors and regulators to deliver high-quality research outcomes for patients and the community.