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Clinical Research Fellow - Multiple Sclerosis 

• Contribute to the development of new treatment options for people with MS
• Undertake MS clinical trials and related research activities
• Part time (0.5FTE), fixed-term opportunity for 4 years in Hobart

About the opportunity

We are seeking a Clinical Research Fellow to spearhead and contribute to top-tier clinical research for people living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). This role involves both commercial and investigator-led clinical trials and observational research, as well as engaging in consumer driven, translational research activities.

The successful candidate will work closely with the MS Research Flagship interdisciplinary groups (Neuroscience/Brain Health Laboratory, Genomics, Clinical Research, Epidemiology, and Health Economics), Royal Hobart Hospital and University of Tasmania colleagues as well as the MS Centre of Research Excellence national and international collaborative networks, partners, stakeholders and the MS community. Together, they will enhance the translational research capabilities of the MS Research Flagship, driving the development of new treatment options for people living with MS.

What you’ll do:

• Play a key role in the research, development, delivery and reporting of clinical trials undertaken by the MS Research Flagship and Centre of Research Excellence.
• Perform participant recruitment, clinical and neurological assessments, research outcome assessments and delivery of trial interventions.
• Build and maintain productive links within the University and MS community, and with external collaborators and stakeholders locally, nationally and internationally.
• Conduct high-quality research with national and international impact, secure funding, publish findings, and supervise research students to meet and exceed performance expectations.
• Adhere to research conduct guidelines, ethical standards, and sponsor requirements.
• Promote and develop the MS Research Flagship and Centre of Research Excellence through active consumer and community involvement.
• Contribute effectively to the University’s strategic goals and operational duties.

What we’re looking for:

• Must be a registered medical practitioner with APHRA or eligible for registration in Australia; a PhD is highly desirable but not essential.
• Demonstrated research ability in relevant fields (e.g., neurology, MS, chronic disease, epidemiology, translational medicine, public health, or general practice) with a strong or developing academic record.
• Proven track record of building and maintaining productive collaborations and links within the discipline, profession, industry, government, and wider community.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Desirable research experience includes ethics and governance applications, participant recruitment, clinical, neurological and research assessments, statistical analysis, and reporting.

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at Academic Level B and will have a total remuneration package of up to $150,759 (pro-rata) comprising base salary within the range of $110,992 to $128,854 plus 17% superannuation. In addition, a Clinical Loading may be applicable for the successful candidate.

How to Apply

• To apply online, please provide the following supporting documentation:
  • Resume
  • Cover letter outlining your suitability and motivation for the role
  • Your responses to the success criteria from the Position Description below
• For further information about this position, please contact Professor Bruce Taylor, Professorial Research Fellow, Bruce.Taylor@utas.edu.au or 03 6226 7765.
• Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
• Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

 Position Description - 500489 - Clinical Research Fellow - MS.pdf

Applications close Sunday, 5 January 2025, 11:55pm.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to have Australian citizenship, permanent residence or a current valid visa that allows you to fulfil the requirements of this role.