Site Contracts Specialist – Clinical Research
- Full-time, permanent position
- Friendly and supportive culture.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- $74,000-$80,000 Base Salary + NFP salary packaging benefits.
Join a supportive team as a Site Contracts Specialist in this newly created role, available due to
organisational growth and build the foundations for a fulfilling and rewarding clinical research career.
About Us
Cancer Trials Australia (CTA) is a not-for-profit member-based organisation consisting of 33 clinical sites and 3 medical research institutes across Australia and New Zealand. We support the administration and management of clinical trials across both metropolitan and regional hospitals. We work in close partnership with clinical research sites, Sponsors and Contract Research Organisations to ensure patients can gain access to appropriate clinical trials as quickly as possible. CTA is committed to developing internal talent and places great emphasis on nurturing a culture of compassion and purpose in the workplace.
CTA is committed to equal employment opportunity and ethical practices. We recognise the rich diversity of people and the value that brings to the workplace. We support a culture of equity, inclusion, and diversity. This position is open to all people.
Employee Benefits
- Enjoy generous leave entitlements including 5 weeks annual leave.
- Increase your take-home pay through salary packaging.
- Benefit from a flexible, hybrid working environment that supports balance and productivity.
- Connect with colleagues through quarterly organisation-wide activity days.
- Grow your capability through organisation-wide professional development days.
- Access a robust Learning Management System and support toward your personal learning and development goals.
- Receive added wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Access company-paid parental leave as part of our commitment to supporting families.
About the Role
As part of the Operations team, you will support efficient and compliant study start-up across a diverse portfolio of oncology trials.
In this role, internally referred to as Budget and Contracts Specialist, you will take ownership of negotiating and executing clinical trial agreements and budgets, partnering closely with research teams, internal site departments, and external stakeholders across the clinical research ecosystem. You will build trusted relationships with Study Coordinators, Principal Investigators, Research Unit Managers, legal counsel, CROs, and leading biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, giving you broad exposure to the operational and commercial drivers of successful trial delivery.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and negotiate clinical trial budgets with sites, CROs, and pharmaceutical sponsors;
- Review and negotiate Clinical Trial Research Agreements (CTRAs);
- Liaise with site departments, service providers, research teams, and legal counsel;
- Maintain clear, consultative communication with internal and external stakeholders.
- Manage a portfolio of contracts, monitoring timelines and proactively addressing barriers to execution;
- Maintain accurate records of negotiations, approvals and executed agreements in relevant systems;
- Support continuous improvement in budget and contract processes.
About You
You will bring strong administration and communication skills, a customer-focused mindset, and a
collaborative approach to delivering high-quality outcomes.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, life sciences, or a related field, or equivalent experience;
- Relevant experience in a medical, clinical research, or related administrative role, ideally with exposure to budgets or agreements;
- Well-developed communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders;
- A strong commitment to quality, with sound judgement and the ability to build effective relationships across internal and external stakeholders;
- Ability to manage multiple contracts and timelines with attention to detail and quality;
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and confidence working with databases or other systems;
- Ability to manage multiple contracts and timelines with attention to detail and quality.
Candidates located beyond our Melbourne office-based region are encouraged to apply, as fully remote arrangements may be considered for this role.
To view the position description for this role, please copy and paste the link provided below into your web browser:
https://cancertrialsaustralia.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Budget-and-Contracts-Specialist-Clinical-Trials-TL-report.pdf
For any further queries about this opportunity email: employment@ctaust.org
Please note, the successful applicant will be required to supply a current National Police Check.
Closing date for applications: Monday, 8 June 2026 at 5pm
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within a week of the closing date.
Shared Purpose | Integrity | Collaboration | Adaptability | Compassion
