Research Team Lead

This is a permanent, full-time role, based in Auckland. 

The role is responsible for coordination of all aspects of a clinical trial. This can include but is not limited to: reviewing clinical trial protocols, attending and ensuing the smooth running of the SIV, drafting a recruitment plan and ensuring recruitment targets and contractual
timelines are met, creation of accurate eSource documents, trial logistics including ensuring participants are booked and seen within window, observes and documents the informed consent process, timely and accurate collection and recording of documentation, stock/ IP
management and storage, performs trial related activities (e.g. vitals, ECGs, 6 min walk tests with training) and accurately documents data, storage/ shipment of samples, maintenance of logs, archiving.

Some of your tasks include: 

• Assists in new trial feasibility analysis
• Demonstrates an understanding of the experimental therapy and the
  rationale behind the clinical trial and research
• Documents participant’s health complaints paying particular attention to
  significant health events
• Advises the Investigator of any change in participants’ current medical
  condition
• Supplies trial medication to participants, as per the trial protocol
• Co-ordinates with the Research Nurse/Phlebotomist who obtains blood
  and other tissue samples as specified
• Co-ordinates and/ or supports the Research Nurse with all study related
  procedures
• Ensures all documentation is complete
• Ensures all clinical trial activity is promptly and accurately recorded
• Assist the Director Clinical Operations with the set up and on-going
  oversight of Satellite Sites and Partner Sites.
• Deputise for the Research Manager in their absence
• Lead trial meetings
• Pro-actively seek ways to improve Team performance
• Ensure that all new team members have a fit for purpose onboarding,
  training and education plan
• Provide direct/indirect support, education, training, and leadership
  development (coaching and mentoring) for direct reports, and others as
  required

You will require: 

• MSc in health, medical science or science field or a professional qualification e.g. nursing, pharmacy 
• Knowledge of good clinical practice 
• Previous research trial coordination experience 
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology