Clinical Trial Project Manager (Project Manager)

• Faculty of Health Sciences
• Perth, Western Australia
• Contract Full Time

Date posted: 22/6/2026

• Full time, fixed term contract until 30 June 2030
• Generous leave entitlements and a variety of salary packaging options available
• On-campus amenities including a gym, medical centre, and childcare facilities

Reference Number: 1635262

About the Role:

Join the Curtin University School of Population Health as a Clinical Trial Project Manager (Project Manager) in a full-time (1.0 FTE) fixed-term position until 30 June 2030. Part-time (0.8 FTE/4 days per week) arrangements may also be considered.

In this role, you will be responsible for leading the development, coordination, and implementation of projects with direct business impact and firm deadlines. This includes applying effective project planning and governance throughout the project life cycle. You may also manage a team of supporting project staff and will be responsible for identifying and mitigating risks that could impact the project's success.

This project aims to recruit 890 participants, making it essential to have a dedicated project management professional with clinical trials experience to ensure that all work is completed satisfactorily and meets the complex requirements of the trial.

Your responsibilities will include (but not be limited to):

• Manage all phases of assigned projects, from initiation to close-out, utilising appropriate project management methodologies to achieve outcomes.
• Develop project documentation, including work plans, timelines, and communication strategies, while building relationships with stakeholders to establish clear objectives.
• Ensure effective communication with project teams and stakeholders, maintaining productive relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify and manage resources, risks, and impacts related to the project, overseeing both internal and external resources, including procurement of third-party services.
• Chair stakeholder meetings, monitor project milestones, and conduct post-implementation reviews to evaluate project success and performance.

Who we are looking for (selection criteria):

• Postgraduate qualifications (or progress towards) and extensive relevant experience; or extensive relevant project management experience and expertise, or an equivalent combination of relevant work experience and/or education/training.
• Previous experience in the conduct, implementation or management of clinical trials, including contracts, budgets and ethics applications.
• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively as a member of, and manage, a small team of project staff.
• Demonstrated decision-making skills and the ability to solve problems discretely by using innovation and exercising diagnostic skills within areas of functional responsibility or professional expertise.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in both oral and written communication with the ability to consult and liaise effectively with a diverse range of people and a wide variety of people with cross-cultural sensitivity.
• Demonstrated computer literacy in databases, word processing and spreadsheets.
• Demonstrated sharp attention to detail and evidence of ability to adhere strictly to protocol and working guidelines

Desirable

• Previous experience in a tertiary environment.
• A formal certification/accreditation in project management.
• Clinical expertise in an area of research aligned with cardiovascular medicine or gastroenterology/hepatology clinical trials

Role Requirements:

1. As this is a fixed-term contract, you will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role
2. Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction

School of Population Health The School of Population Health is dedicated to improving health and wellbeing outcomes for communities both locally and globally. Bringing together expertise across public health, psychology and interdisciplinary health fields, the School is recognised for its collaborative culture, innovative teaching and impactful research.

Home to a dynamic community of academics, researchers and industry-connected professionals, the School is committed to addressing some of today’s most significant health challenges - from mental health and emerging diseases to climate change, population growth and health equity. Through its strong focus on education, research and community engagement, the School continues to shape the next generation of health professionals and create meaningful impact across the health sector.

About Curtin University

Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2025 rankings. We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page - https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-curtin/

What We Offer You:

This position attracts a remuneration package of $119,125 - $126,950 (G08) per annum, plus 17% superannuation.

Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more.

For more reasons to work at Curtin, please visit https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/

Join Us!

If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW ensuring to attach the following documents:

• Up to date resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and demonstrating how your background meets the position’s selection criteria (noted above) - no more than two pages

If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on CurtinCareers@curtin.edu.au or 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Please note applications will not be accepted via this email address.

Applications close: 9:00pm (AWST) on Monday, 06 July 2026.

Late applications or applications received via email will not be considered, and only successful candidates will be contacted.

Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.

Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert.