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Clinical Research Orthoptist - Sydney, NSW

Full-Time, 12-month fixed-term role as a Clinical Research
Orthoptist Dynamic opportunity to provide technical
support in a clinical and laboratory environment at the Sydney
Eye Hospital Base Salary $86,511 - $96,863 + 17% superannuat-
ion About the opportunity The Save Sight Institute
(SSI) is a Centre of the University of Sydney, within the
Faculty of Medicine and Health, located on the campus of Sydney
Eye Hospital in Macquarie Street, Sydney. It was established
in 1985 and has grown to be one of the top three ophthalmic
research institutes in Australia, is internationally recogni-
sed as a centre of innovative research into ophthalmology
and as a centre of excellence for clinical research, learning
and teaching. The Clinical Research Orthoptist reports
to the Clinical Research Orthoptist Team Leader to ensure
the efficient and effective delivery of delegated clinical
group activities. The successful applicant is responsible for
implementation of pharmaceutical company sponsored and investig-
ator initiated clinical trials, following set protocols
including performing retinal imaging and working in either
an unmasked (unblinded) or masked (blinded) capacity. For
clinical visits the Clinical Research Orthoptist works predomina-
ntly with the Research Group clinical research team members
under the direction of the Clinical Investigators to ensure
that research outcomes are met and set protocols and checkli-
sts are followed for research patient visits. The role
includes a significant administrative load. This position
would suit a candidate wishing to gain experience in a
unique, dynamic and fast paced tertiary research environment
where they will use their existing imaging and testing skills
in clinical trials. About you Tertiary qualifications
in orthoptics Experience in applanation tonometry, retinal
OCT imaging & (stereo) retinal photography including FFA D-
emonstrated above average competence using a Windows environ-
ment, Microsoft Office applications particularly spreadsheet-
s Experience in the clinical trials setting including
HREC requirements, ICH-GCP, study coordination, certification
in BCVA testing & retinal imaging; experience assisting
in intravitreal injections, ECG’s and venepuncture/cannulation
(desirable) Current registration with the Australian
Orthoptic Board (or registration currently in submission - in
this instance, date of registration submission will be required
in position application) Current Working with Children
Check Clearance The successful incumbent will have excellen-
t communication skills to interact effectively with a
broad range of people. Good organisation skills are also essential
to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in
a busy environment. Sponsorship / work rights for Australia -
Work Rights: you must have unrestricted work rights in
Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa
sponsorship is not available for this appointment. Pre-emplo-
yment checks Your employment is conditional upon the
completion of all role required pre-employment or background
checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly,
your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory
maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check
requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the Universi-
ty may take any necessary step, including the termination
of your employment. As this position is located on an
NSW Health site, it is a regulatory requirement to complete
compulsory employment checks prior to starting in this position.
For more information and instructions, please visit: NSW
Health employment requirements (Category A) This position
is designated as involving child-related work. To undertake
or remain in this position, you are required to apply for
and obtain a Working with Children Check clearance in accordance
with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act
2012. EEO statement At the University of Sydney, our
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05 June 2025 11:59 PM

22/05/2025