Senior/Clinical Research Associate

Southern Star Research is a leading Australian, full service CRO based in Sydney. We specialise in providing clinical research services to a range of clients across the pharmaceutical, medical device and biotechnology markets in Australia, New Zealand and Asia Pacific Region.

We recognise that attracting and retaining excellent staff is the key to developing a high quality CRO and providing our Customers with the best service possible. We greatly value the contributions our staff make to our clients’ projects and to the Company. Southern Star Research’s culture is focused on fostering and maintaining a positive, professional and productive work environment. We are proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work 2024/2025.

Due to continued growth and a strong project pipeline, we’re looking for a talented, full-time Senior/Clinical Research Associate to join our team in Brisbane, QLD.

If you’re interested in joining an innovative, exciting, Australian owned CRO, we’d love to talk to you.

About the role

Reporting to the Clinical Team Leader, you’ll be responsible for:

• Conducting site qualification, interim monitoring and study closeout visits;
• Conduct all clinical site activities according to the monitoring plan and in accordance with the study timelines;
• Act as a central point of contact at investigator meetings and site initiation visits;
• Manage all aspects of the clinical monitoring process;
• Build and develop relationships with site stakeholders;
• Identify, evaluate and recommend new potential investigators and sites on an ongoing basis; and
• Mentoring of junior Clinical Research Associate’s.

To be successful in the role, we’re looking for candidates with:

• A minimum of 5 years experience in clinical research and 2 years of independent monitoring experience for a SCRA;
• A solid understanding and knowledge of appropriate therapeutic indications as they relate to the conduct of clinical trials;
• A sound knowledge and understanding of regulations governing clinical research, ICH/GCP Guidelines and applicable regulations;
• Strong planning and organisational skills and the ability to work effectively and efficiently in a dynamic environment with competing projects and deadlines;
• Exceptional communication skills as well as strong analytical and conceptual capabilities, interpersonal skills, and ability to communicate with clarity. Ability to address study related clinical site issues with appropriate guidance and initiates and communicate corrective action as indicated;
• Demonstrated business ethics and integrity.
• Appropriate tertiary qualifications in the medical, pharmaceutical or healthcare disciplines

Why Southern Star Research?

Southern Star Research is a growing business and this is an ideal opportunity for someone who is looking to be involved in all aspects of clinical trials across a range of different therapeutic areas.

We offer:

• An attractive remuneration and benefits package;
• Genuine work-life balance (we appreciate you have hobbies, family and a personal life outside work);
• We value flexibility, and we welcome a discussion on what might work for you to meet your work/life commitments and support your wellbeing;
• Career stability and security;
• Office located in Gordon – under cover parking provided and close to public transport;
• STAR day – one extra day off per year for you to recharge

We’d love to connect with you!

Don’t have the all the requirements of this role, but still interested? Please still apply!

Inclusivity, Diversity and Equality

Our commitment is to create a safe and inclusive environment that celebrates the diversity of our employees with their diverse perspectives, backgrounds and cultures.

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted.