Clinical Research Coordinator

Clinical Research Coordinator

About LifeFlight

LifeFlight Australia is a leading aeromedical organisation dedicated to saving lives through rapid response medical services. Operating a fleet of helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft, LifeFlight delivers critical care and emergency retrievals across Queensland and beyond. In addition to its lifesaving missions, LifeFlight runs a world-class training academy, equipping aviation and medical professionals with the skills needed for high-pressure environments. Our mission is to provide the highest standard of care and make a real difference in the communities we serve.
  
About the Role
  
At LifeFlight, we are committed to delivering exceptional Aeromedical Retrieval Services across Queensland. Our focus on clinical research, particularly in Prehospital Care and Retrieval, is key to our mission of continuous quality improvement and patient-focused care. We are seeking a Part-Time (0.50 FTE) Clinical Research Coordinator who shares our commitment to innovation and excellence in aeromedical research.
  
In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for:

• Regularly reporting and collaborating with the Quality Improvement Consultant to establish research agendas.
• Evaluating audit quality improvement projects for their potential to evolve into research projects and published papers.
• Prioritizing clinical research topics, with a focus on Prehospital Care and Retrieval Medicine.
• Liaising with LifeFlight Medical Clinicians to identify and strategise research opportunities.
• Assisting in the preparation and submission of ethics approvals, clinical governance documents, and research grant applications.
• Extracting, preparing, and analysing data on aeromedical retrieval topics for research purposes.
• Supporting the preparation, editing, and submission of manuscripts to aeromedical journals.
• Assisting in presenting research findings at aeromedical conferences.
• Collaborating with other retrieval services and Queensland Health on multidisciplinary research projects.  

As the Clinical Research Coordinator, you will also:

• Contribute to the development and progression of LifeFlight’s research strategy.
• Identify key topics and areas for clinical research within Prehospital Care and Retrieval.
• Collaborate with external research groups to enhance research activities.
• Extract data from clinical databases and support statistical analysis.
• Ensure that all research undertaken adheres to high ethical standards and promotes good clinical practice.  

About You

To be considered for this role, you will have the following qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor of Nursing or Bachelor of Paramedicine.
• Proof of qualification and registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Demonstrated experience in planning, coordinating, and implementing medical research.
• Knowledge of medical research grants, ethics approval processes, and manuscript development.
• Strong communication skills and a proven ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate with external agencies.
• Postgraduate qualification in research (desirable).
• Clinical experience in the Aeromedical Retrieval Environment (highly regarded).

Why LifeFlight?
  
Meaningful Impact: Working with LifeFlight Australia provides an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on people's lives. The organisation is dedicated to saving lives, delivering critical care services, and responding to emergencies. Employees can take pride in contributing to a mission-driven organisation focused on making a positive difference in the community.

Collaboration: LifeFlight fosters a strong sense of camaraderie and teamwork among its staff. The nature of aeromedical operations requires close collaboration between medical professionals, pilots, and support staff. The organisation values a supportive and inclusive work culture, where individuals can rely on their colleagues in high-pressure situations. The shared commitment to the organisation's mission creates a sense of purpose and unity, making it an attractive workplace for those who thrive in a team-oriented environment and appreciate the importance of effective collaboration in critical situations.

Salary Packaging Options: As an employee of LifeFlight, you have the opportunity to benefit from salary packaging, allowing you to allocate up to $15,900 per Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) year towards general living expenses. This includes covering various everyday costs like groceries, petrol, mortgage, rent, and school fees, providing you with added financial flexibility and support.
  
LifeFlight offers the opportunity to be part of a dedicated team that is making a real difference in the lives of patients across Queensland. If you have a strong background in clinical research and are looking for a role where your work will have a tangible impact, we want to hear from you.

Join us at LifeFlight, where your expertise will help shape the future of aeromedical retrieval research.

Applications will be reviewed as submitted and we will be conducting interviews throughout the process.
  
Applications close on 17 October 2024.