Clinical Research Coordinator – Te Pūriri o Te Ora, Cancer and Blood Research

• Be involved in local and international research as part of a fast-growing research team!
• Enjoy variety and challenge, with opportunities for learning and advancement
• Full orientation and ongoing support in a friendly team environment
• Full time, permanent position based in Auckland City Hospital

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

An exciting opportunity exists for a Clinical Research Study Coordinator at Auckland Regional Cancer and Blood Service, based at Auckland City Hospital.

Auckland’s Regional Cancer and Blood Service is the leading provider of cancer care in the Auckland region, serving a large and varied population of around 1.7 million people. Our busy dynamic and diverse team of clinical research professionals strive to ensure that novel therapies and clinical trials are available to our patient population both here in Auckland and across New Zealand

After a supportive training orientation, you will be working with the team to provide project management, trial co-ordination and support for the nursing team for a large portfolio of local and international research projects.

You will have the opportunity to utilize your proven skills and experience in coordinating Haematology and/or Oncology clinical trials. You will ensure the effective and ethical management of multiple Haematology and/or Oncology Clinical Trials according to Good Clinical Practice standards.

The role is permanent, full-time (40 hours per week), based at Te Toka Tumai Auckland City Hospital.

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For further information about the role and service, please contact Joanne Lim, Research Operations Manager at JoanneL@adhb.govt.nz

About Te Pūriri o Te Ora - Kia ora from our team!

Te Pūriri o Te Ora is the name that has been gifted to our Regional Cancer and Blood Services by Kahurangi Rangimārie Naida Glavish of Ngāti Whātua, Chief Advisor Tikanga for Te Toka Tumai. Te Pūriri o Te Ora means "the Pūriri tree of wellbeing" and speaks to the many qualities and gifts of the Pūriri tree and our aspiration to provide a place of healing and wellbeing for our communities.

Based at Te Papakāinga Atawhai o Tāmaki (Auckland City Hospital), Te Pūriri o Te Ora is the leading provider of cancer care across Tāmaki Makaurau and Te Tai Tokerau, serving over two million people. We are home to Aotearoa’s largest oncology unit and provide a wide range of services including Medical and Radiation Oncology, Haematology, Cancer and Blood Research, Genetic Health, the National Gastrointestinal Cancer Service, and specialist cancer psychological and social support.

The values that underpin Te Pūriri o Te Ora are Whanaungatanga, Manaakitanga, Kotahitanga, Āhurutanga, Mana Motuhake and Wairuatanga.

Like the diversity of birdlife that occupy the Pūriri tree, we look for and welcome applications from all people – including our Māori, Pacific, disabled and rainbow communities.

We hope that you will join us in our collective commitment to manaaki and serve all who call upon us for their cancer care, and help provide a common place of protection, nurture, healing and enduring strength for all whānau.

For more information about the story of Te Pūriri o Te Ora click here.

For more information on living and working in Tāmaki Makaurau click here.

About you

As an ideal candidate, you will have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in the tertiary health sector, along with at least 1 years’ experience in coordinating clinical trials. You must have relevant and recent experience of coordinating commercial clinical trials and some experience of coordinating non-commercial studies would be preferred.

Your motivation and positive attitude will be welcomed by the team. You will impress with your excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills and proficiency in computer skills (MS Office).

You will have a high level of accuracy, attention to detail and demonstrate the ability to work autonomously, as well as part of the multidisciplinary team.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and serve our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply, please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers If you have any questions about the role, please contact Jade Cowley Recruitment Consultant, at jade.cowley@tewhatuora.govt.nz.

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.