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Clinical Trial Start Up Specialist

Job description



An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Clinical Trials professional to join a high-performing research team supporting the start-up and activation of clinical studies.  This role sits within a dedicated Study Start-Up function and plays a critical part in ensuring trials are launched efficiently, compliantly, and on time. 

The Opportunity
You will take ownership of the end-to-end start-up process, working closely with sponsors, CROs, and internal stakeholders to bring clinical trials from concept to site readiness.

Key Responsibilities
  • Act as the primary liaison for Sponsors and CROs during study start-up
  • Manage ethics submissions, governance documentation, and CTNs
  • Prepare and negotiate budgets and Clinical Trial Research Agreements (CTRA)
  • Ensure all regulatory and operational requirements are met prior to site initiation
  • Coordinate vendors, systems, and essential documentation
  • Support smooth handover to operations and participate in cross-functional meetings
  • Contribute to process improvements and maintain accurate tracking systems
About You
  • 2+ years’ experience in clinical trial start-up or governance
  • Strong knowledge of HREC, SSA, CTN, and CTRA processes
  • Experience working with Sponsors and reviewing trial documentation
  • Highly organised with strong attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple studies and competing timelines
  • Tertiary qualification in health, science, or a related field
Why Apply?
  • Join a collaborative, purpose-driven clinical research environment
  • Play a key role in accelerating trial delivery and patient impact
  • Gain exposure to a variety of sponsors and study types
Click Apply or contact Jo Turner, Divisional Manager, jturner@hpgconnect.com for a confidential discussion