Pharmacy Coordinator

University of the Sunshine Coast; Queensland; On-site; AUD 92,964 - 100,603; Full time

Job summary

A leading Australian university is seeking a Pharmacy Coordinator to join its Clinical Trials team. This full-time position requires oversight of Investigational Product management, adhering to relevant guidelines to support clinical research. Suitable candidates will have a bachelor’s degree, current pharmacist registration, and strong communication skills. The role promises an opportunity to contribute significantly to innovative clinical trials and upholding high standards of compliance and ethics.

Qualifications

• Completion of a bachelor’s degree in a related discipline with clinical research experience preferred.
• Current registration as a Pharmacist with AHPRA required.
• Good working knowledge of clinical research, ICHGCP, and drug development is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support the Pharmacy Manager with management and dispensing of Investigational Products.
• Collaborate with the UniSC CT team, sponsors, and monitors for timely product management.

Skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline

Current registration as a Pharmacist

Tools

Clinical trial electronic data entry

Databases

Word processing and spreadsheets

Job description

Level 6, $92,964 - $100,603 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation

Full-time, fixed-term appointment for two years

The Opportunity

Join UniSC Clinical Trials as a Pharmacy Coordinator and play a vital role in ensuring the safe and compliant management of Investigational Products (IP). In this key position, you’ll oversee all IP-related activities, ensuring strict adherence to ICH/GCP guidelines, HREC‑approved protocols, UniSC CTC Standard Operating Procedures, and all relevant regulations. Your expertise will help drive the success of cutting‑edge clinical research while upholding the highest standards of ethics and compliance.

Your responsibilities

• Support the Pharmacy Manager with the management, storage and dispensing of Investigational Products (IP) within the UniSC Clinical Trials (UniSC CT) Pharmacy in accordance with a Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) approved protocol and Pharmacy manual, and other applicable guidelines and policies.
• Work collaboratively with the UniSC CT team, sponsors and monitors to ensure appropriate and timely management of all activities related to Investigational Product.

About you

You are highly adaptable, able to multi‑task and manage your time effectively in a flexible work environment. With excellent interpersonal and communication skills, you build strong relationships and foster collaboration. Your commitment to quality and keen attention to detail ensures that you deliver exceptional results. Whether working independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team, you thrive in dynamic settings and consistently contribute to team success.

You will possess

• Completion of a bachelor’s degree in a related discipline with clinical research experience (preferred, but not essential).
• Current registration as a Pharmacist with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Good working knowledge of clinical research, ICHGCP, and the basics of drug development (preferred, but not essential).
• Well‑developed computing skills, including databases, clinical trial electronic data entry, word processing and spreadsheets.

Equal Opportunity Statement

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at [e-mail] or call [phone].

Applications

Applications for this position close midnight, Friday 30 January 2026. We encourage you to apply as early as possible, as applications will be reviewed as they are received. The University reserves the right to close this advertisement early if suitable candidates are identified before the advertised closing date.

Your completed application must include: a resume, and responses to specific pre‑determined selection criteria as outlined in the application form.

Contact

• Tori Furner – Clinical Trials Operations Manager, UniSC Clinical Trials – Telephone: [phone] – Email: [e-mail]
• Kerry Matthews – Pharmacy Manager, UniSC Clinical Trials – Telephone: [phone] – Email: [e-mail]

How to Apply

All applications must be lodged through our website. To apply please visit our website at: https://www.usc.edu.au/careers