This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Study Start Up Associate based in Australia.

As a Study Start Up Associate, you will play a key role in supporting the successful initiation and execution of clinical research programs by fostering strong relationships with investigator sites and ensuring operational excellence across multiple studies. This position offers the opportunity to work in a highly collaborative, international environment focused on accelerating access to innovative treatments and improving patient outcomes. Acting as a strategic liaison between sites and internal stakeholders, you will contribute to site engagement, performance optimization, and process improvements. The role is ideal for professionals with strong clinical research expertise who enjoy stakeholder management, problem-solving, and driving high-quality study delivery within a dynamic and remote setting.

• Build and maintain long-term relationships with investigator sites, serving as the primary point of contact for study-related activities and support.
• Facilitate communication between sites and internal teams to ensure efficient study start-up processes and smooth operational execution.
• Support multiple clinical studies simultaneously by identifying and addressing site challenges, escalating issues when necessary, and promoting effective collaboration.
• Partner with clinical operations, feasibility, and project teams to align site capabilities with upcoming study opportunities.
• Gather site feedback and operational insights to support protocol optimization, feasibility assessments, and continuous process improvement initiatives.
• Monitor site performance metrics, including start-up timelines, recruitment progress, and quality indicators, implementing actions to drive improvements where needed.
• Contribute to the development of site engagement strategies, best practices, and tools that enhance the overall investigator and site experience.
• Maintain a high level of responsiveness and service quality while operating within a matrixed and fast-paced clinical research environment.

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Healthcare, or a related field, or equivalent experience within clinical research.
• Minimum of 2 years of Study Start-Up (SSU) experience within a Contract Research Organization (CRO) or pharmaceutical environment.
• Strong background in clinical research with significant exposure to site management, site partnerships, or site-facing responsibilities.
• Good understanding of clinical trial operations, site processes, and factors influencing recruitment, study performance, and quality outcomes.
• Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to establish credibility with investigators and site personnel.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a proactive and solution-oriented approach to challenges.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple studies and priorities simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and high service standards.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment and collaborate effectively with cross-functional, international teams.
• Full legal right to work in Australia.

• Competitive base salary package with performance-related incentives.
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing programs, including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable.
• Retirement and pension plans.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Employee assistance programs and wellbeing resources.
• Structured learning and development opportunities, including training programs and career progression pathways.
• Flexible home-based working environment.
• Inclusive and supportive workplace culture focused on collaboration, diversity, and professional growth.