Clinical Trials Manager - Cancer Trials New Zealand - 12 months

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading University. With over 6000 academic and professional staff supporting over 46,000 students, we are one of NZ’s largest employers.  We have eight academic faculties and 11 service divisions creating a diverse, dynamic and complex organisational culture that demands excellence.

Our lecturers and health researchers are regarded as experts in their fields, frequently directing global research projects designed to better the lives of New Zealanders and the world, and in turn passing this knowledge on to our students.

Cancer Trials New Zealand (CTNZ) is part of the Department of Oncology in the Faculty of Medical & Health Sciences, a comprehensive health and medical faculty offering a range of professional programmes and hosting a number of research centres.

Our focus is to improve outcomes and reduce inequity for people with cancer in Aotearoa New Zealand through fostering and conducting research. We believe clinical trials are essential to delivering this mahi and goals. 

Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team

The CTNZ team consists of Trial/Study Managers, Data Managers, Monitors, Statisticians and Clinicians, with senior leadership led by the Director, Professor Nicky Lawrence. The team works very collaboratively with clinicians, healthcare workers, scientists and consumers, both within the University and externally. With strong communication and a shared positive ‘can-do’ attitude, the team works closely towards common goals.

The role reports to the Director of CTNZ. You will be working alongside the CTNZ team and with site research teams from a number of hospitals around Aotearoa New Zealand.

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We are seeking a Clinical Trials Manager to take responsibility for the development and operational management of one or more clinical trials within Cancer Trials New Zealand. Your duties will be varied but will centre around trial management, site monitoring and the business-as-usual operations and administration tasks needed to keep our research pushing forward.

Below is a snapshot of some of your key areas of focus:

• Act as the main point of contact for the relevant trials and regularly communicate with the funders, sites, lead investigators, sponsor and key stakeholders, arranging and holding meetings as appropriate
• Oversee trial related activities including timelines, milestones and specific requirements
• Ensure regulatory requirements (including Māori consultation and review) are fulfilled and that all approvals and authorisations are secured
• Set up contracts (including the main agreement, site agreements, sub-agreements, service agreements – as applicable). Manage payments of sites, subcontractors, service providers etc
• Write and submit trial progress/safety reports as and when required to regulatory bodies, funder, sponsor – as applicable
• Perform site monitoring visits at participating centres according to Standard Operating Procedures, ICH GCP and project-specific monitoring plans

For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description.

This is a 12 month Fixed Term position.

He kōrero mōu | About you

To be considered for this role you will have a bachelor’s degree in a relevant area and 3 years of experience in a clinical trials environment. You will need to demonstrate experience of developing new trials and the writing and maintenance of clinical trial documents (Protocol, PIS/CF, SOPs etc). You will thrive in this role if you have strong time management processes and experience of meeting deadlines whilst juggling multiple priorities.

It is essential that you have

• Demonstrable specialist knowledge and experience of Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
• Knowledge of clinical research principles and design
• High level of computer literacy (databases, spreadsheets, word processing and presentation packages)

You will stand out when applying if you have 3 or more years of clinical trials experience in oncology (in one or more of the following areas of cancer research - Medical Oncology; Radiation Oncology; Haematological Oncology; Immunotherapy; Phase I studies; Palliative Care). It will also be beneficial if you have experience in the New Zealand clinical research environment. We’re very interested in understanding your management experience, including staff and budget management.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university and maintains significant computational, laboratory and analytic facilities. Auckland itself is frequently rated as one of the world’s most liveable cities. 

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:

• Flexible employment practices (including working from home, flexible hours)
• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
• A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave

In addition, we also offer career development programmes, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare and a number of other discounts on internal and external services. 

For more information please visit Staff Benefits.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of 7 September 2025 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

Please reach out Dr Nicky Lawrence via [email protected] to  for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.

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Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment.  For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz