Biomedical Sciences jobs in New South Wales

Join one of Australia’s leading comprehensive cancer centres and help shape the future of specialist cancer care.

Why Chris O’Brien Lifehouse?

Located in Camperdown, with excellent access to public transport, Chris O’Brien Lifehouse is a For-Purpose, world-class cancer hospital integrating treatment, research, education, and emotional support under one roof. With 149 inpatient beds, 11 operating theatres, 18 ICU-level beds, day therapy and radiotherapy services, we offer advanced technologies in a purpose-built facility designed to support patients and staff alike.

The Role

The Bone and Soft Tissue Sarcoma Clinical Research and Database Officer role will support clinical and research teams at Chris O’Brien Lifehouse, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital and the Surgical Outcomes Research Centre (SOuRCe). This is a Full-Time 12-month maximum term opportunity with potential for extension.

Key activities include but are not limited to:

• Maintaining and updating clinical records in local and national sarcoma research databases - including input of data regarding histopathology, imaging, and treatment (surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy) derived from multiple electronic and paper-based medical records at various sites
• Coordination of local, national and international clinical research projects – including Identifying and collating clinical data, coordinating ethics and governances applications and data transfer agreements

Essential Criteria:

• Degree in Biomedical Science or Science
• Proven strong organisational ability to set priorities and manage multiple deadlines
• Knowledge of patient confidentiality and privacy requirements
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated capacity to liaise with professionals across multiple disciplines
• Self-motivated with the proven ability to work independently with minimal direction and collaboratively as part of a team to achieve shared goals
• Highly developed analytical skills and problem solving skills
• Attention to detail, accuracy in record keeping and commitment to quality
• Demonstrated ability to follow strict protocols
• High level computer skills, particularly with data collection and entry, and advanced Excel skills

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience in extracting clinical information from medical records for clinical databases
• Experience coordinating ethics and governances applications and data transfer agreements
• Project management experience
• Knowledge of medical terminology, including pharmaceuticals, pathology testing and cancer medicine, especially sarcoma

Benefits:

• Increase your take home pay with up to $15,900 tax free benefit + retail benefits
• Meal and entertainment card tax free benefit $2,690
• Subsidised gym membership through Fitness Passport (for you and your family)
• Workplace banking benefits
• Access EAP

If you really want to make your mark with this terrific opportunity, please click "Apply Now" and submit your resume and a cover letter addressing the above selection criteria.

Applications Close: 23 October 2026

This is an outstanding opportunity to further your career and develop your skills in globally recognised medical and research institutions.

Comprehensive on the job training will be provided.

A Workplace That Welcomes Everyone

At Chris O’Brien Lifehouse, we are committed to a culture of inclusion and respect. We value the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our team and actively support, staff from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, LGBTIQA+ communities, Indigenous staff, people living with disabilities, and people of all ages and faiths.