About Us
Southern Star Research is a full-service Contract Research Organization (CRO) dedicated to navigating the complexities of bringing new medical products to market. With a legacy of excellence that began 14 years ago in Sydney, we have grown from a small, passionate team into a global network of experts committed to delivering high-quality services in medical writing, clinical monitoring, project management, biostatistics, data management, safety and medical monitoring, and quality assurance.
Southern Star Research has been recognized for its outstanding contributions to the field, winning prestigious awards such as the Great Place to Work in Australia in 2024 and 2025, APAC CRO of the Year 2025 and the Frost and Sullivan 2024 Asia-Pacific Competitive Strategy Leadership Award. Our international team continues to deliver innovative clinical trial solutions across diverse therapeutic areas, ensuring the success of every study we manage.
Our People
Our people our greatest asset and are key to the high-quality, comprehensive services we provide to our clients. We’ve gathered a team of accomplished professionals who not only have world-class expertise in their particular fields but also a wide breadth of experience in clinical operations.
To put it simply, we hire smart, independent thinkers, problem-solvers, open communicators and keen collaborators.
We celebrate diversity and pride ourselves on having an international team, located across the Asia Pacific region and the United States. Our Australian team is particularly culturally rich, comprising employees from over 10 different nationalities and speaking over 20 different languages.
Our Benefits
Health & Wellness
We prioritise your health with flu vaccinations, Wellbeing Day, an Employee Assistance Program, discounted gym memberships, and an annual steps challenge to keep you active and healthy.
Work-Life Balance
Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working, remote working, flexible work hours, part-time options and convenient car parking at our Sydney office.
Professional Growth
Enhance your skills with our Midday Masterclasses, Southern Star Learning Space, professional development courses, annual performance reviews and comprehensive development planning for career progression, education assistance, management training courses and opportunities to attend industry events.
Celebration
We celebrate your milestones and special moments with gifts, social committee events, end of year and inclusive celebrations that bring teams together.
Rewards & Recognition
We value your contributions with values-based rewards, bonus schemes, pay-for-performance incentives, and a generous referral program.
Community Support
We support your efforts to give back through our matched program for fundraising and community donations, helping you make a positive impact.