Role type: Part-time (0.2 FTE); Fixed-term for 12 months (with the possibility for extension)
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department/School: Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences
Salary: Level B – $122,212 to $145,121 p.a. plus 17% super
- Manage innovative MS depression trial / Collaborate with leading researchers / Develop valuable clinical research skills
- Apply now to lead a transformative clinical trial improving mental health outcomes for MS patients
- Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
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As a Clinical Trial Manager for the ACTION-MSonline project, you'll play a crucial role in evaluating an online depression intervention for individuals with multiple sclerosis. You'll gain invaluable experience in managing a randomized controlled trial, from ethics applications to data analysis. This role offers you the chance to directly impact mental health outcomes for MS patients while working with leading researchers in a supportive, academic environment.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Manage Clinical Trial Operations : Oversee trial procedures, participant recruitment, and data collection, ensuring compliance with ethical standards and project timelines.
- Coordinate Stakeholder Communication : Liaise with neurologists, psychologists, and nurse coordinators to facilitate successful completion of clinical activities and project deliverables.
- Support Research Documentation : Assist in preparing protocols, treatment manuals, ethics applications, and manuscripts for publication.
- Analyse and Report Findings : Assist with statistical analyses, write up results, and contribute to the dissemination of research outcomes through publications and conferences.
You may be a great fit if:
You are a dedicated clinical psychologist with a PhD, possessing strong leadership skills and extensive experience in managing clinical trials, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic research environment.
You may also:
- Hold a PhD in Psychology (Clinical Psychology preferred) and a Master of Clinical Psychology.
- Have extensive experience in planning, conducting, and managing clinical research, including trials.
- Possess strong leadership skills to oversee psychologists providing clinical assessments and interventions.
- Demonstrate excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
- Have outstanding communication skills and the ability to liaise with diverse stakeholders.
- Be proficient in statistical analysis software (e.g., SPSS, R) and project management tools.
For further information please refer to the attached PD.
What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:
- Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
- Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
- Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
- Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
Your new team – Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences
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Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.
The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Bec Tucker – 0416 888 299 or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au . You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring
If you are a member of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community and would like any support, please feel free to contact our Indigenous Employment & Development team via email at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au .
Working at the University – what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Join Us and unlock your career potential!
Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today ! Including the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
- The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the )
^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Vanessa Phan via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au , ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the .
Applications close: 27 August 2025 11:55 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) / Melbourne time zone.
: JR-002067 Clinical Trial Manager PD.pdf