Research Trials Coordinator

locations

St Lucia Campus

time type

Full time

posted on

Posted Today

job requisition id

R-59986

• Queensland Brain Institute
• Full time (100%), fixed-term position until 31 December 2026
• Base salary will be in the range $93k - $100k + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 6)
• Based at our St Lucia Campus

About This Opportunity

We are seeking a highly motivated and organised research coordinator with strong project management experience to oversee a research study involving children in sport. Reporting to the Chief Investigator, this position is responsible for assisting with research-related activities; administrative, operational and logistical support for the study, including coordination of data collection, database usage/support and project reporting. You will develop and maintain close working relationships and timely engagement with multi-disciplinary teams and key internal and external stakeholders and adhere to human ethics requirements and governance processes.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Develop, prepare, coordinate, and maintain all regulatory submissions for the research trial, relevant national ethics regulations, and research governance submission requirements across multiple institutions where relevant
• Recruit and manage research volunteers to facilitate participation in studies, including appropriate work scheduling
• Establish collaborations with key stakeholders and participate in regular meetings to ensure effective and timely delivery of research outcomes as well as provide monthly progress reports / study updates to the Chief Investigator and key stakeholders
• Negotiate with study providers - radiology, pathology - for cost-effective services
• Liaise with radiology providers for quality control of MRI data, and ensure adequate transfer and storage of MRI data
• Apply appropriate methods of collection, processing and storage of collected blood samples and ensure these are adhered to
• Develop strategies to encourage follow-through of study participants ensuring maximum numbers of completed participants
• Monitor and report on any issues related to implementation of the research program, ethical considerations, progress of data collection, compliance of research participants and any implications for changes in best practice
• Other duties as directed by your supervisor

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave/paid primary care leave
• 17% superannuation contributions + 17.5% annual leave loading
• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight
• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
• Career development opportunities –access to exclusive internal-only vacancies and our Study for Staff program
• On campus childcare options
• Affordable parking (from just $6.70 a day)
• Salary packaging options

About You

• Completion of an undergraduate degree with relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate research projects and manage workflows, including staff scheduling and stakeholder engagement.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and manage competing priorities and timelines.
• Experience supporting research operations, including data capture, ethics and governance processes, and maintaining accurate records.
• Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to prioritise workload, exercise initiative and meet deadlines.
• Experience developing and implementing research procedures, workflows and standard operating procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, EndNote) or the ability to quickly acquire these skills.
• Willingness to work flexible hours as required to support study activities.

Desirable

• Knowledge of research ethics and governance processes within a higher education environment.
• Experience analysing and reporting research data.
• Experience working with biospecimens (e.g. blood or saliva) and/or MRI data in a multidisciplinary research setting.

Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, which may include verification of the right to work in Australia, qualifications, criminal history check and other role-specific requirements such as mandatory immunisations and Blue Card checks. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Associate Professor Fatima Nasrallah at f.nasrallah@uq.edu.au..

For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

Want to Apply?

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:

• Resume
• A cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the 'About You' section

Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent, particularly from Australia’s First Nations Peoples. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au.

Other Information

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

Applications close 1 April 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-59986). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for week commencing 6 April.