At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic oncology research team and oversee clinical trial operations.
- Company: Join Icon Oncology Group, a leader in cancer research and trials.
- Benefits: Enjoy a Monday to Friday role with professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive network dedicated to innovation and excellence.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on patient outcomes while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in clinical research and team leadership is essential.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
Research at Icon Oncology Group is seeking an experienced clinical research professional to lead the Wesley Research Unit, with responsibility for team leadership, operational performance and the delivery of a growing clinical trial portfolio. You will lead an experienced multidisciplinary team, strengthen day-to-day operating rhythms and help shape the sustainable growth of one of Queensland's leading oncology research sites.
As Team Lead, you will provide day-to-day leadership, operational oversight and strategic direction for the site, supporting a growing portfolio of studies while fostering a positive and high-performing team culture. This is an opportunity to combine your passion for clinical research with people leadership and play a key role in one of Australia's largest oncology clinical trial networks.
Why Join Research at Icon Oncology Group?
- Lead a growing and successful site
- Work on studies that matter
- Develop your leadership career
- Work with exceptional people
- Join a supportive leadership network
- Enjoy a better work-life balance
About the Role
As Team Lead, you will be responsible for the operational leadership and performance of the Wesley Research Unit. You will support team members in delivering clinical trials safely, ethically and in accordance with protocol, GCP and regulatory requirements while ensuring the site continues to achieve its strategic and operational objectives.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading, mentoring and developing the Wesley research team
- Providing day-to-day operational oversight and support
- Managing workforce planning, resource allocation and study distribution
- Supporting feasibility, recruitment, onboarding and professional development of staff
- Driving high-quality clinical trial delivery and participant experience
- Building strong relationships with investigators, sponsors and key stakeholders
- Monitoring site performance, recruitment and study delivery metrics
- Supporting implementation of strategic initiatives and service improvements
- Escalating and managing operational risks and issues
- Fostering a positive, collaborative and high-performing team culture
What Success Looks Like
- Establish strong relationships with the Wesley team and key stakeholders
- Provide clear leadership, support and direction for the site
- Contribute to continued growth of the site's research portfolio
- Support recruitment and retention of high-performing team members
- Strengthen site performance, quality and operational effectiveness
- Foster a positive, engaged and collaborative team culture
- Contribute to the ongoing success of Research at Icon Oncology Group's Queensland network
About You
We're keen to hear from applicants who bring:
- Substantial clinical research experience and a strong understanding of site-based trial operations.
- Demonstrated experience leading, mentoring or coordinating others.
- Sound knowledge of GCP, protocol and regulatory requirements.
- Strong operational judgement and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Confidence building relationships with investigators, sponsors and multidisciplinary teams.
- A practical, accountable and solutions-focused leadership style.
Previous experience as a Team Lead, Senior Clinical Research Coordinator or equivalent leadership position will be highly regarded.
About Research at Icon Oncology Group
Research at Icon Oncology Group delivers world-class clinical trials across a growing network of sites throughout Australia and internationally. Our teams are united by a shared commitment to improving patient outcomes through innovation, collaboration and excellence in research. Every trial represents an opportunity to bring new treatment options to patients and contribute to the future of cancer care. Icon Oncology Group celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We encourage applications from all diverse backgrounds.
Icon Oncology Group is committed to managing the risk of transmission of specified vaccine preventable diseases (VPDs) including COVID-19. Certain roles may require the successful candidate to show evidence that they have been vaccinated against or are not susceptible to specified VPDs.
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