• Build upon a diverse skill-set in program coordination
• Support Cancer Council’s Human Research Ethics Committee
• Make an important contribution to medical research in a leading Not-For-Profit
• Full-time, fixed term position for 9 months – St Kilda Road, Melbourne
• RPGU.07

About your environment

Since our establishment in 1936, Cancer Council Victoria has developed an international reputation for our innovative work in cancer research, prevention and support. As an independent, not-for-profit organisation, we play a leading role in reducing the impact of all cancers on all people.

About your opportunity

We are looking for a Program Coordinator to join the Research Governance and Optimal Care Unit. The Research Governance and Optimal Care Unit (RGOC) manages research grants and ethics policies and processes, clinical trials activities and optimal care pathways work. This is a full-time, fixed term 9 month contract position with the potential of extension. Specifically, your role is to:

• Provide program delivery support to the Research Grants Coordinator and Clinical Trials Lead, and key secretariat support to the Human Research Ethics Committee
• Coordinate annual reporting processes and maintain databases
• Collaborate and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders

All about you

Ideally you will have an advanced diploma or degree in a relevant discipline, or equivalent experience, combined with:

• Experience in providing program support and ideally secretariat support to a Committee
• Exceptional organisational and time management skills
• Well-developed writing skills and verbal communication skills
• Initiative and a solution-orientated approach

What we can offer you

• A base salary within range $61,427 - $67,982 pa plus superannuation and access to a generous not-for-profit salary packaging program (up to $18,550 of your salary tax-free) https://www.accesspay.com.au/employee/what-is-salary-packaging/
• The opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of those affected by cancer
• A flexible and supportive workplace, with excellent work-life balance and opportunities for career progression and development