The VCCC Alliance is once again offering unique and highly sought-after internship opportunities for enthusiastic science/health graduates who are looking to build a career in clinical trials. Running successfully since 2019, this 24-week program provides successful applicants with the opportunity to gain valuable skills and practical experience in clinical trials at various participating metro sites across Melbourne, commencing Monday 10 February 2025.
Both regional and metropolitan placements are available through this program and are advertised separately. This opportunity refers to Melbourne metropolitan placements for scientific honours graduates and above (Please note: masters graduates are also eligible to apply for the Study Coordinator internship). A stipend to contribute towards living expenses will be provided. Applicants currently living outside metropolitan Melbourne must be prepared to relocate or travel at your own expense for this opportunity.
This internship opportunity is part of the VCCC Alliance’s SKILLED Internship Program, located in Victorian-based clinical trial units and/or offices for research. Through the internship program, the VCCC Alliance is committed to developing a highly skilled clinical trial workforce with the aim of expanding clinical trial activity, access, and patient participation in clinical trials across Victoria. The program aims to develop successful applicant interns into competent job-ready Clinical Trial Administrative Officer’s (CTAO) at the conclusion of the 24-week program.
This opportunity is suitable for honours and above science or health graduates interested in gaining the requisite knowledge and skills to become a CTAO and contribute to the clinical trial workforce.
As an Intern, you will participate in a structured learning program including onsite supervision at a metropolitan clinical trial unit and/or office for research, and required to attend placement five days per week. You will be provided with comprehensive training and expert mentoring while completing practical, real-world tasks to develop your skills that are designed to competitively position you for an ongoing role in the sector as a CTAO.
The (CTAO) intern completes an initial one-week induction program followed by a 23-week structured site experience which integrates formalised learning and practical placement experience. During this program, the CTAO intern will experience how a clinical trial unit functions and will specifically learn how to provide administrative and clerical support and expertise to ensure effective and efficient team and clinical trial operations.
Under their supervisor the CTAO intern will learn to be responsible for maintaining appropriate regulatory documents and ensuring regulatory compliance in the conduct of clinical trials. This role acts as a main conjugate between clinical trial sponsors, assisting with monitoring processes and deliverables.
Some placements will have the opportunity for rotation across a number of departments or host sites.
Training will include the development of core clinical trial knowledge, skills, and experience in the areas of:
During placement the intern will undertake a process/quality improvement project in consultation with the host site. They will monitor a clinical trial process, identify areas for improvement, and in cooperation with the host site, implement, report and present on the ‘improvement’ activity.
As a part of the SKILLED Clinical Trial Administrative Officer Internship Program, interns are provided a stipend to contribute toward cost-of-living expenses. CTAO interns will be disbursed a stipend at scheduled time points over the 24-week program.
Successful candidates will be aligned to match the requirements of the site and cohort.
Closing Date: All applications must be lodged via SEEK by 11.59 PM Sunday, 29 September 2024.
Applicants must be available to commit to the full-time placement for the duration of the internship (24 weeks).
Applications to be addressed to Ms Victoria Mynard, Program Manager, SKILLED Internship Program. Applications must include a resume and cover letter addressing the key selection criteria. Applications without these inclusions will not be progressed.
Interviews will be scheduled for late October 2024.
VCCC Alliance endeavours to review all applications submitted in a timely manner and communicate the outcome to all applicants via email. The SKILLED internship program receives a high volume of applications and appreciates your patience with scheduling interviews.
Candidates recommended for interviews will be provided with a minimum of 48 hours' notice prior to the interview.
Further applicant information and a copy of the roles and responsibilities is available here.
FAQs can be found here.
Hear directly from a host site, the Royal Children’s Hospital, about the SKILLED internship program here.
Hear from a previous regional intern, Jasmine Mikovic here.
Please review this information prior to contacting VCCC Alliance directly. If your question is not covered in the available information, please email contact the SKILLED team via [email protected]
(Please do not submit applications via email; only applications through SEEK will be accepted.)
Despite having some of the best cancer outcomes in the world, cancer remains one of the leading causes of death and disease burden in Victoria. The VCCC Alliance is a joint venture of academic, research and clinical member institutions working together to change that.
We do this in alliance with our 10 joint venture members who, to name a few, include Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, The Royal Melbourne Hospital, WEHI, The Royal Children’s Hospital and Western Health – more detailed information here.
Through the VCCC Alliance, we are collaborating and working to improve systems, educational offerings, equity and inclusion in cancer research and prevention to accelerate the translation of scientific evidence into better outcomes for all people affected by cancer across Victoria.
The SKILLED internship program involves not only alliance members but also other metropolitan and regional clinical trial units across Victoria.
The VCCC Alliance is an equal-opportunity employer committed to providing a workplace free from all forms of unlawful discrimination, harassment, bullying, vilification, and victimisation.
The VCCC Alliance makes decisions based on merit based on employment, engagement, promotion, and reward. We are committed to equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion throughout all of our operations. This commitment is set out in more detail in the VCCC Alliance Equal Opportunity Policy and Bullying Prevention Policy.
The 2025 SKILLED Clinical Trial Internships program is supported by the Victorian Government.
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