Shape the Future of Research.

Bring your expertise to work in Australia and APAC.

Join an award-winning, Australian specialist CRO where your expertise is the engine of clinical excellence.

The stability of a CRO leader. The agility of a specialist

Why seasoned professionals are choosing Southern Star Research.

Southern Star Research is a welcome, professional alternative to the complexity and constraints often associated with working for global giants. We offer the agility, longevity, connections, and deep APAC networks of a premier CRO.

  • Founded by industry leaders

    With veterans like Dr. David Lloyd and Dr. Tracy Frear as our founders, we have established a reputation for technical excellence, a stable operations team, and delivering successful clinical trials for local and global clients.

  • Accessible leadership

    At SSR, expertise is never siloed. Our senior leaders, including Chief Executive Officer, Lloyd Prescott, remain accessible and invested in our people.

Life at Southern Star Research

A borderless team with a shared purpose.

10+ nationalities. 20+ languages. One unified vision.

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    Australia + APAC

    We are an Australian-led clinical research organisation that understands our region better than anyone. Whether you are in Australia, Singapore, India, Malaysia, South Korea, or the Philippines; you will be part of a high-touch culture connected through quarterly forums, national conferences, and professional Midday Masterclasses.

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    Work-Life Harmony

    With up to 80% of our workforce operating remotely, you will be empowered to find true Work-Life Harmony. There has never been a more exciting time to join our mission-driven company and to seize opportunities to develop as we grow and continue our expansion in Asia.

Supporting our People

We appreciate and reward our colleagues who do great work every day – from excelling for our clients to taking ownership and living our values.

  • Professional Mastery
    • Development Planning

      Leadership training and clear paths for career progression.

    • Generalist Growth

      Unique opportunities to acquire skills outside standard roles.

    • Learning Space

      Access to our learning hubs and Midday Masterclasses.

    • Industry Events

      Opportunities to attend conferences and network with thought leaders.

  • Health & Wellbeing
    • Work-Life Harmony

      Genuine flexibility, with hybrid and part-time options.

    • Star Day

      A dedicated annual wellbeing day to focus entirely on you.

    • Staying Active

      Discounted gym memberships and our annual Steps Challenge.

    • Support Systems

      Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and flu vaccinations.

  • Rewards & Recognition
    • Pay-for-Performance

      Incentives that reward ownership and clinical excellence.

    • Bonus Schemes

      Meaningful performance and milestone incentives.

    • Values-Based Rewards

      Recognition for those who lead by our core values and principles.

    • Referral Programme

      Generous rewards for growing our collective talent.

  • Education & Community
    • Education Assistance

      Support for further education and specialised courses.

    • Paid Parental Leave

      Support for staff at significant personal milestones.

    • Community Support

      Matched fundraising and community donation initiatives.

    • Celebration

      Milestone gifts, social events, and inclusive end-of-year parties.

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What is Working for Southern Star Research Like?

Hear from our talented team members.

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