Lead Clinical Research Coordinator – Decentralised Clinical Trials Project Lead - Te Pūriri o Te Ora, Regional Cancer and Blood Service

• An exciting opportunity to be at the cutting edge of cancer research in a dynamic, growing team
• A meaningful role where your leadership will directly impact research outcomes for people with cancer and their whānau
• Work alongside engaged clinical researchers in New Zealand’s largest cancer service
• Auckland City Hospital | Permanent Full-time

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

As a Lead Clinical Research Coordinator, you will play a key role in advancing clinical and translational research for people with cancer. You will oversee the coordination of a portfolio of clinical research trials in collaboration with investigators and research teams, ensuring they are delivered to the highest ethical and clinical standards.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge cancer research while mentoring and leading a team of health professionals. You will provide day-to-day leadership, support staff, and help shape new research opportunities that improve outcomes for patients across Aotearoa.

To view the position description please see here

If you have any questions about the role, 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 northern regional cancer and blood services by Kahurangi Rangimārie Naida Glavish of Ngāti Whātua, Chief Advisor Tikanga for Te Toka Tumai Auckland. 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.

Te Pūriri o Te Ora is the biggest cancer and blood service within Aotearoa, providing care to approximately 40% of the country. We provide a wide range of services including Medical and Radiation Oncology, Haematology, Āwhinatia Te Tangata (specialist Māori Health team), Cancer Support Team (specialist psychological and social support), Research, Genetics Services, and the NZ Familial Gastrointestinal Cancer Service.

The values that underpin the way we care and work with patients, whānau and kaimahi across 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 whānau 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. Kia ora!

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 a Lead Clinical Research Coordinator, you will bring:
• Strong knowledge and experience in clinical trial activity, preferably in oncology or haematology
• Demonstrated experience in mentoring, training, or developing others in a research environment
• Operational and service delivery planning experience
• Commitment to biculturalism and achieving equitable outcomes for Māori
• Energy, initiative, and a passion for improving outcomes for people with cancer

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 communities. 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 portal, or Jade Cowley, Recruitment Consultant, at jadec@adhb.govt.nz.

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