Clinical Trials Research Assistant

**_Palmerston North Hospital, Temporary, Fulltime_**
**Benefits**
- An encouraging learning environment where you will continue to grow and be challenged
- A professional and supportive culture and team setting
- Fulfilling and challenging work with great lifestyle options
- Tailored wellness programmes

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

**About the Role**

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Research Assistant to join the RCTS Clinical Trials Unit, at Palmerston North Hospital covering the disciplines of Radiation Oncology, Clinical Haematology and Medical Oncology.

This role offers the opportunity to be involved in the cancer treatment development process through Clinical Trials. The role will involve supporting the clinical trials nursing and radiation team with patient recruitment to Clinical Trials, and ongoing administrative support for research being undertaken. The successful applicant will work closely with nurses, radiation therapists, patients and the multidisciplinary team and external sponsors.

This is a temporary, 1.0FTE position working Monday - Friday, 8am - 4.30pm, for 12 months.

**About the Team/Service**

Employing over 2500 people, MidCentral offers a supportive work environment that accepts and values all employees. We actively seek Māori kaimahi into our workforce and provide an environment which delivers our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

MidCentral region offers an excellent lifestyle for families with scenic spots for hiking and mountain-biking, great schools and tertiary institutions. With the mountains, city and sea at your doorstep, you'll get to taste the best of both worlds - the perfect blend of rural and city living.

**About the Location**

**Manawatū is known for its effortless blend of city and rural living; here you can choose your ideal lifestyle, from peaceful rural villages, to bustling townships, or city life.** It's a family-friendly place that's easy to live and work, with easy access to an array of outdoor activities - beaches, ski fields, lakes, mountains, as well as fantastic mountain biking and hiking tracks. No traffic and an easy commute to work, really help a with true work-life balance. Our fantastic central location means exploring other parts of New Zealand is easy as a drive or a short flight. We are well served with excellent schooling options, as well as two tertiary institutes - Massey University and the International Pacific College.

**About you**

We are looking for a dynamic and resilient team member with proven skills in the following areas:

- Broad administrative or assistant experience (minimum of 3 years)
- Excellent interpersonal and working relationships
- Attention to detail and well organised
- Sound written communication
- Computer skills

Previous experience within a hospital setting or within clinical trial research would be an advantage. Education and training will be provided to the successful applicant.

Do you want to join a committed team who are supportive and work collaboratively? If you are looking for a new career challenge, this role offers a wide range of duties, supporting the oncology clinical trial journey.

**Working at Health New Zealand**

**How to Apply**

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.

**Job details**:
**Job Reference**:

1872943**Location**:

- North Island - Manawatu / Whanganui - Palmerston North**Job type**:

Contract/Temp Full time**Expertise**:

- Clinical - Research - Clinical/Medical - Research - Clinical/Medical**Closes**:

05-Oct-2025