Gemma Staddon

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Gemma Staddon

Divisional Manager - Life Sciences

I am a Divisional Manager at HPG, specialising in recruitment within the Life Sciences sector. My focus areas include Medical Affairs, Health Economics & Market Access and Regulatory Affairs working with candidates and clients in the Medical Device & Pharmaceutical industries.

The roles I work on include:

Medical Director
Associate Medical Director
Medical Manager
Medical Lead
Medical Affairs Manager
MSL Manager
Senior Medical Advisor
Medical Advisor
Senior Medical Science Liaison
Medical Science Liaison
Scientific Advisor
Real World Evidence Lead
Medical Excellence
Pharmacovigilance Manger
Senior Pharmacovigilance Associate
Pharmacovigilance Associate
Pharmacovigilance & Compliance
Medical Information
Health Economist
Market Access Manager/Director
Senior Market Access Manager

Director & Associate Director of Market Access
Head of Market Access
Market Access Associate
Senior Market Access Associate
Pricing Manager
Head of Pricing
Police Advisor
External/Government Affairs Manager/Director
Patient Access
Corporate Affairs & Advocacy
ManagerPublic Affairs Manager
Head of Public Affairs
Regulatory Affairs Director
Regulatory Affairs Manager
Regulatory Affairs Project Manager
Senior Regulatory Affairs Associate
Regulatory Affairs Associate
Regulatory Affairs Specialist
Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist
Regulatory Affairs Assistant

With more than 10 years of experience in sales and account management, I have spent the past 7 years working in Australia's healthcare industry. During this time, my passion for making a positive impact on patients' lives has grown significantly.

As a dedicated recruiter, I am driven by my passion for the healthcare industry.

I approach each candidate placement and every vacancy I work on with the same level of enthusiasm, recognising the crucial role they play in improving patient outcome.

Specialising in

Jobs by Gemma Staddon.

Clinical Research

Site Medical Director

Sydney
Competitive salary package

Benefit Opportunity to shape and optimise clinical trial delivery Work with a high performing organisation committed to world health Collaborative and forward-focused team environment About the company This organisation is dedicated to improving global health outcomes by expertly managing clinical trials and accelerating medical advancements. Operating with high standards across medical, operational and quality functions, the business is known for delivering efficient, participant-focused research across a broad portfolio of therapeutic areas. About the opportunity This is a strategic and hands-on leadership role where you will oversee medical operations at site level, ensuring trials run safely, smoothly and to the highest standard. As a central link between clinical teams, PIs, management, CRO partners and participants, you’ll shape operations, guide medical staff, and contribute directly to business performance and trial success. The role suits someone who enjoys both the clinical and operational sides of research and who thrives in a fast growing, quality driven environment. Duties • Oversee all medical operations, ensuring efficient and compliant site delivery • Act as the senior medical leader on site, supporting PIs, nurses and medical staff • Review, implement and uphold clinical SOPs, guidelines and controlled documents • Allocate staffing and resources to meet study requirements and optimise workflows • Partner with Operations and Nursing leadership on financial stewardship and service delivery • Drive quality standards including staff training, development and performance oversight • Ensure participant safety across all activities including infection control and adverse event response • Foster strong communication with internal teams, CROs, sponsors and external stakeholders • Support recruitment of medical and administrative staff and contribute to workforce planning Skills and Experience • Medical degree with AHPRA registration • Background in clinical trials or research • At least 3 years of management experience within a clinical or research environment • Strong leadership capability with a solution focused, operational mindset • Ability to manage workflow, anticipate study needs and maintain high quality standards • Confident communicator with the ability to influence, collaborate and drive site performance Culture You’ll be joining an organisation that values teamwork, transparency and continuous improvement. The environment is supportive, energetic and always looking for new ways to raise standards in clinical research while keeping participant experience at the centre. How to Apply Ready to take the next step? Click apply or contact Gemma Staddon on gstaddon@hpgconnect.com or Eve Cooke on ecooke@hpgconnect.com for a confidential discussion. About Healthcare Professionals Group Healthcare Professionals Group recruits all positions: executive, permanent, contracting/temp, at all levels, across all areas of healthcare including: Medical Affairs and Life Sciences Recruitment – Clinical Research, Market Access, Medical Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, Quality, Data Management, Regulatory Affairs, Scientific Commercial Recruitment – Marketing, Sales, Analytics, Government and External Affairs Business Operations and Infrastructure Recruitment – Administration, Customer Service, Engineering, Finance, HR, IT, L&D, Legal, Manufacturing, Operations, Supply Chain, Warehouse Clinical Care Recruitment – Allied Health, Aged Care, General Practice, Medical Imaging, Medical Management, Medical Specialties, Nursing

Senior Technical & Regulatory Associate

Sydney
Competitive salary package & company benefits

Benefits • Permanent senior opportunity • Broad ANZ regulatory scope across medicines and medical devices • Collaborative, quality-driven environment with real influence About the company This is a global healthcare organisation with an established presence across Australia and New Zealand. The business manages a sizeable and diverse portfolio and operates with a lean local team, offering individuals strong visibility and meaningful responsibility. About the opportunity An experienced Senior Technical and Regulatory Associate is being appointed to support continued portfolio management and future growth. Reporting to the Regional Head, you’ll take ownership of a defined portfolio and manage it day to day with a high level of autonomy. Duties • Support the Regional Head in managing departmental priorities • Prepare and maintain product and technical files across the portfolio • Manage new product registrations, variations and export registrations • Manage and liaise with local and international contract manufacturers • Review and approve promotional materials and product labelling • Develop and maintain compliant claims support • Provide technical and regulatory guidance to internal stakeholders Skills and Experience • Bachelor of Science, Pharmacy or related scientific qualification • Demonstrated experience in Technical, Regulatory or QA roles within OTC pharma & Medical Device • Strong working knowledge of TGA requirements and GMP • Medical device regulatory experience required • Confident reviewing advertising and labelling in a regulated environment • Comfortable working autonomously while being a genuine team player • Clear communicator who enjoys collaborating cross-functionally Culture You’ll be joining a pragmatic, high-trust team where expertise is valued and accountability matters. How to Apply Click apply or contact Gemma Staddon on gstaddon@hpgconnect.com for a confidential discussion. About Healthcare Professionals Group Healthcare Professionals Group recruits across Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology, Medical Technology and Clinical Care, covering Medical Affairs, Regulatory, Quality, Commercial, Operations and Clinical Care roles at all levels.

COMBINED EXPERIENCE

At HPG, we pride ourselves on bringing together a diverse group of professionals with extensive backgrounds in the healthcare recruitment industry. Our combined years of experience and specialised knowledge ensure that we deliver unparalleled service to our clients and candidates. By working collaboratively, we harness our collective expertise to meet and exceed your goals and expectations, providing tailored solutions and exceptional support every step of the way. Discover how our unified team effort drives success in every project we undertake.