Clinical Trial Medical Officer – Part-Time Permanent Opportunity – Sydney, NSW
Are you a conscientious and ambitious GP looking for a stimulating non-clinical role to supplement your current practice?
Prescript has partnered with a well-established Clinical Research facility on Sydney’s Northern Beaches to find principal or sub-investigators to assist with breakthrough studies to help better the world.
This is a perfect opportunity for GPs with a special interest in research, or previous clinical trials experience, to establish themselves in the field – whilst maintaining their primary care commitments on a part-time basis.
This organisation has undergone multiple recruitment drives since first working with Prescript and this has been an increasingly popular option for specialists looking to broaden their skillsets. Please register your interest in this role as quickly as possible to be considered, it will not stay vacant for long!
The Position
There is scope for one or two part-time investigators to commence immediately at this state-of-the-art clinical research facility.
For doctors without previous clinical trials experience, you will be engaged as a Sub-Investigator (SI) – working within a small team of SIs and nurses under the guidance of a Principal Investigator (PI). For experienced researchers or those with previous SI or PI experience, there is one opportunity (part or full-time) to step into a leadership position at this facility.
Your primary responsibility as an SI is to ensure the well-being, safety and interest of all participants taking part in the various clinical trials ran at the research centre. Through clinical care, obtaining informed consent and physical examinations - you’ll maintain clinical oversight of medical care, procedures and decisions regarding studies.
You will bring your primary care experience, impeccable commitment to patient safety and the ability to implement and review stringent study protocols. This is primarily a participant/patient-facing position, but collaboration and accurate reporting to sponsor organisations is required – strong administration skills are essential.
If you’re looking to further your career in clinical research and have an interest in progressing into a PI role, whilst living in a perfectly situated and beautiful area of Sydney’s Northern Beaches, then this could be the role for you.
For PIs, in addition to the above, you will be responsible for the implementation and design of ongoing and new trials, training of SIs, delegation of responsibilities, participant retention, overseeing safety, deviation of protocols and adverse reactions – and be expected to provide final reports to partner organisations. Further information on the responsibilities of a PI can be provided on request.
.Time Commitment:
Whilst GPs can opt to apply for these roles on a full-time basis, the ideal doctor will maintain at least a minimum level of clinical commitments outside of their investigator work. The minimum requirement for this position is approximately two full-time days per week, Monday- Friday, although there is flexibility to provide this time commitment over multiple half days (mornings/afternoons) or potentially corresponding with week-on-week off schedules.
Ultimately, this position is for GPs with a long-term desire to further a career in research, no matter what stage of their own career they are in. Applicants for the Sub-Investigator position(s) are expected to progress towards working as a Principal Investigator once prepared and comfortable with the role.
To learn more, contact Max Drakeley (Prescript’s Senior Recruitment Partner):
0451 828 615 // max@prescript.com.au
The Benefits
★ Sub-Investigator salary starting at $180,000 per annum, pro-rata for part-time commitments – remuneration dependent on experience
★ Principal-Investigator salary – negotiable on experience
★ Relocation allowances for successful interstate applicants
★ Experience living in working in the affluent and desirable Northern Beaches, the perfect location to enjoy both a city and coastal lifestyle
About This Health Service
This clinical research centre researches the newest medical treatments and medical devices. Their focus is on collecting unbiased data from voluntary research participants to help develop the latest treatments.
➞ This is a growing clinical trial provider with great career opportunities
➞ Further your career in clinical research – opportunity to step into the role as a PI
➞ Maintain your licenses and continued education
➞ Strong emphasis on enhancing and supporting their staff
➞ Welcoming and friendly team culture
Lifestyle Features
Spoilt for choice… experience a wonderful lifestyle.
Located around a 6-minute drive from both Dee Why and Curl Curl beaches, and around a 20-minute drive to the CBD, you’ll be perfectly situated to enjoy a well-balanced lifestyle on Sydney’s Northern Beaches.
The Northern Beaches has a warm, relaxed and friendly culture, and you’ll find everything you need and more living there. Right on your doorstep is an abundance of trendy bars, cafés and restaurants, and spectacular beaches and activities – surfing, kayaking, paddleboarding, snorkelling, walking trails and much more!
The beautiful Garigal National Park is just a 20-minute drive away, where you’ll be able to enjoy its native plants and animals, picnics, hiking trails and cycling.
The Northern Beaches also provides you with a lot of choices for both education and property. There are many excellent suburbs and schools located in this fantastic part of the world.
Who We’re Looking For
✓ General or Specialist AHPRA registration
✓ Ability to work well and safely in a team environment
✓ Commitment to patient safety and clinical trial protocols
✓ Capability to work independently when required
✓ Strong written and verbal communication skills
✓ Willingness to participate in medical administration
✓ Up-to-date training with anaphylaxis/cardiac arrest management
✓ Phlebotomy skills
✓ Clinical research experience and clinical acumen
✓ Proficiency in use of electronic medical record
✓ Previous clinical trial employment is not essential, but a strong interest in clinical research and/or demonstratable research experience (including publications) is desirable
Sound Like You?
Contact Max Drakeley (Prescript's Senior Recruitment Partner) to find out more.
There are three ways to find out more:
Call Max on 0451 828 615
Email max@prescript.com.au
Click to ‘Connect with Prescript’
Next Steps with Prescript
At Prescript Recruitment, we follow a transparent, friendly process:
◼️ The first stage is an informal conversation with Prescript for you to decide if you want to proceed – you will need to share your CV and we will talk about the position, the healthcare organisation, and the location. You can let us know if you want to bring your family and if you have any special requirements.
◼️ The second stage is an informal application – we will arrange a phone call or a review of your skills to establish if this is going to be a good fit.
◼️ The third stage – if you’re happy then Prescript will send you a locum confirmation to say ‘congratulations – all booked!’
◼️ The fourth stage – Prescript will help manage all the paperwork and logistics. All you have to do is look forward to starting.
About Max Drakeley
I’m Max Drakeley - Prescript's Senior Recruitment Partner for locum and permanent Specialist Doctor positions across Australia. My genuine interest, passion, and knowledge within the hospital and healthcare industry means I am able to provide a highly tailored service to doctors and health services.
I focus on listening to and understanding the needs of everyone I work with. This allows me to place doctors in positions that perfectly suit their requirements, and provide health services with well-informed and competent doctors, so they can operate at a higher capacity and under less stress.
When not providing solutions to doctors and communities Australia-wide, I love to cook, travel, and spend time with my dog, Monty, and my partner at my home on the Mornington Peninsula, Victoria. I’m a science nerd at heart and spend my spare time as an editor and author for a cutting-edge Biology magazine for year-12 and undergraduate students.
Meet the Prescript Recruitment Team
We work with doctors for locum, ongoing and fixed-term positions across regional Australia. Connect with Prescript here ⬇️
◼️RECRUITMENT
James Hill, Nicola Speer, Max Drakeley, Mel Houston, Paul Tillman, Jason Ahmad, Jo Weaver & Ash Pinkerton. Dedicated recruitment partners focused on helping doctors throughout the recruitment process.
◼️MARKETING & VACANCIES
Grace Clueit. Rapid promotion of locum, ongoing and fixed-term vacancies - helping doctors discover jobs with ease.
◼️CREDENTIALING & LOGISTICS
Stef McLaughlin, Marcia Beere, Melissa Crane, Mike Chua & Rhea Raganas. Adhere to the highest JAS-ANZ-accredited standards of quality and credentialing. Management of paperwork and travel logistics so that doctors start on time.
◼️FINANCE & PAYMENTS
Hugo Scales. Prescript's Finance & Payments Manager ensures doctors get paid promptly and smoothly.
At Prescript we’re known for helping solve the regional doctor shortage in Australia.
Every day we’re focused on two clear outcomes - Helping hospitals find doctors that create departments and clinics that run better, have more capacity and less stress. And placing Doctors in jobs that leave them feeling highly valued, rewarded and, most importantly, enjoying what they do.
We believe that when we get these two crucial things right, it has a huge impact on the regional doctor shortage and the healthcare of communities across Australia.
There are three ways to contact us:
Call 1300 755 498
Email contact@prescript.com.au
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