Clinical Trial Coordinator

Company Description

Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.
Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them.

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.

Job Description

As a Clinical Trial Coordinator, you’ll be using your skills and experience to drive meaningful research in Multiple Sclerosis.

You will manage the day-to-day operations of one or more clinical trials in Multiple Sclerosis (MS) at Griffith’s Clinical Trial Unit on the Gold Coast campus. This includes coordinating all aspects of trial delivery, from screening and enrolment through to participant visits and ongoing trial management. You will be a key point of contact for participants, ensuring a high-quality experience while maintaining the highest standards of clinical and research integrity.

Responsibilities include:

• Coordinate the conduct of the clinical research trial at the Griffith site, including participant enrolment and ongoing management.
• Perform in-person participant reviews and assessments (e.g., ECGs, phlebotomy, cognitive assessments) as outlined in the trial protocol.
• Liaise with ancillary service providers, such as neurologists, pharmacy, and hospital staff, to ensure the coordination of all participant study assessments.
• Maintain accurate trial records and perform data processing, verification, and management to ensure data integrity.
• Ensure that trials are conducted in accordance with ICH-GCP guidelines and the Therapeutic Goods Administration, Australian Clinical Trials regulations.

About you
To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• A Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Nursing or a health-related field
• Demonstrated experience coordinating clinical trials
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams
• Experience in Multiple Sclerosis research is desirable but not essential
• Phlebotomy and ECG skills are desirable, with training available for the right candidate

What we can offer
This is a fixed term 12-month contract (with possibility of extension), full time (1.0 FTE) position and will be primarily based at the Griffith University Gold Coast. As Griffith is a multi-campus University you may be required to work across other campus locations.

Griffith University’s campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary Range
The full-time equivalent base salary for a Research Assistant Grade 2 is in the range $87,202 - $91,705 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $102,026 - $107,295 per annum.

Additional Information

Why Griffith?
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• 50% fee discount for work related post graduate Griffith degrees 
• Mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment
• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts

How to apply
At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Our University is committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive community for all. In alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence (2025), Griffith University includes a declaration as part of the recruitment journey to uphold the values and standards of our community. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy.

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the position description) 
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details
• Names and contact details of at least three referees (no contact will be made without your permission)

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact Sabrina Oishi, Multiple Sclerosis Clinical Trial Manager at s.oishi@griffith.edu.au.

For application and recruitment advice, please contact Jinita Dhall, Talent Acquisition Partner at j.dhall@griffith.edu.au.

Closing date: Sunday, 25 October 2026 at 11:59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online. Please allow at least 1 – 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.