· Be part of an innovative research team recognised worldwide

· One year fixed term role

Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity

Vascular and Interventional Research Unit (VIRU) is looking for a Clinical Research Coordinator to join our team.

As a Clinical Research Coordinator:

· You will work alongside Study sponsors, Study participants and Clinical teams to support their involvement as a provider of a healthcare service.

· Be the main point of contact for the studies you look after.

· You are responsible for all study activity, including patient recruitment, patient follow up and safety reporting.

· You have a “can do” attitude and a commitment to excellence. You will be a strong patient advocate.

· You will support and assist in the operating theatre and interventional radiology suite during clinical trial procedures.

Mōtōmātourōpū| About Our Team

Vascular and Interventional Research Unit (VIRU) is a world-renowned team of Clinical Research Coordinators, specializing in First in Human Clinical Trials, some of which are First in World. The expertise of the VIRU Clinical Research Coordinators is recognised worldwide, as they support and participate as a lead site in innovative research here in New Zealand.

The expertise of the unit lies in medical devices supporting innovation, with the aim of further developing therapeutic treatments for vascular patients.

VIRU also participate in a number of single centre, multi-centre and randomised studies. This is a varied and very satisfying role in a small and supportive high functioning team, which prioritises the differences we make to a patient’s life.

Nga Pūkenga Motuhake | Important Skills

We are looking for the following requirements:

· University degree in Nursing, Health Sciences or Biomedical sciences, ideally with experience working within the public health system or clinical research coordination

· You have GCP certification.

· You have a high level of personal responsibility.

· You are a detail orientated person with an adaptable and learning mind set.

· You have strong communication skills which allow you to enjoy the camaraderie of a close- knit team but also excel independently.

This is a challenging role with a varied day-to-day routine, requiring a high level of adaptability and critical thinking.

This is a fixed term role starting from March 2024 and finishing in March 2025. This is not an entry level position and prior clinical or research experience is essential for the successful candidate.

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Nga Pūkenga Motuhake | Important Skills

The ideal candidate:

· You have a University degree in Nursing, Health Sciences or Biomedical sciences, ideally with experience working within the public health system or clinical research coordination

· You have GCP certification.

· You have a high level of personal responsibility.

· You are a detail orientated person with an adaptable and learning mind set.

· You have strong communication skills which allow you to enjoy the comradery of a clos- knit team but also excel independently.

• You have the ability to multi-task.
• You are able to impart knowledge in both technical and lay terms.

This is a challenging role with a varied day-to-day routine, requiring a high level of adaptability and critical thinking.

This is a full-time Monday to Friday position; however flexible working hours may be required during busy periods. This is not an entry level position and prior clinical or research experience is essential for the successful candidate.

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation

We are Te Whatu Ora Te Toka Tumai Auckland. We provide health and disability services to more than half a million people living in central Auckland, regional services for Northland and greater Auckland, and specialist national services for the whole of New Zealand. Our main sites are Auckland City Hospital, Greenlane Clinical Centre and Starship Children’s Hospital, located in central Auckland.

What We Offer

· An exciting professional growth journey in a unit with worldwide connections.

· Be a part of a great team that values every member, prioritising mental health; balance; job satisfaction and looks for meaning and impact in all we do.

· Learn on the job and through professional development opportunities.

· A uniquely varied role encompassing every step of the clinical trial lifecycle.

· See first-hand the impact of clinical trials for, and on, our patients.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Please apply below or visit our careers page http://careers.adhb.govt.nz/ quoting reference ADHB20244 and attach your latest CV and cover letter.

To apply, please click on the link below and make your online application attaching your latest CV and cover letter. Only online applications via Health New Zealand careers site will be accepted.

For a confidential chat about this role, please feel free to contact Gareth Stanney, Operations Manager CTSU, CVICU & Vascular by email: [email protected]

If you have any queries about accessibility or technical issues with the online process, please contact Maylaine, Recruitment Consultant at [email protected].

Te Toka Tumai is committed to the application of the Vulnerable Children Act 2014 and its intent to improve the safety of all children. This position is NOT a Children's Worker as defined by the Act.

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