Research Assistant

About Us:

At Auckland Eye, we are proud to be one of New Zealand's leading private ophthalmology providers. Our highly skilled teams deliver specialist eye care services ranging from consultations and minor procedures to complex surgical treatments, supported by three modern day stay centres. Everything we do is centred on our patients, with our people and specialists embracing our values of Balance, Mastery, Connection and Compassion to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we care for.

About the Role:

We are seeking a motivated and proactive Clinical Research Assistant to join our research team. This is an exciting opportunity to support the delivery of clinical trials. Working alongside the Clinical Research Coordinators, Investigators, and study teams you will provide administrative and operational support to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of clinical trials and ensuring compliance with Good Clinical Practice (ICH-GCP) and ethical and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support for the conduct and coordination of clinical trials.
• Schedule and prepare for participant study visits
• Assist with study-related procedures and data collection
• Complete data entry and support query resolution within Electronic Data Capture (EDC) systems
• Maintain accurate source documentation, study records and Investigator Site Files to ensure audit readiness
• Assist with the preparation, handling and management of study materials and investigational product
• Support the team to ensure research is conducted in accordance with study protocols, ICH-GCP, and regulatory requirements
• Prepare meeting agendas, take minutes, and provide general administrative support to the research team
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and quality actvities
• Maintain compliance with policies, SOPs, and ethics and regulatory requirements.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience in a healthcare or clinical research environment
• A relevant tertiary qualification in health, or medical/science related field is preferred
• Excellent attention to details and strong organisational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Strong computer literacy and confidence learning new systems and technologies
• Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Ophthalmology or optometry experience is desirable but not essential.

What We Can Offer:

• Competitive remuneration
• Paid Birthday Leave
• Christmas and New Year closedown
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• $1,000 Refer-a-Friend reward
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• The opportunity to gain hands-on experience in clinical research

Based at our Remuera clinic, this role operates within our flexible business hours of 7:00am-6:00pm, Monday to Friday.

Whether you're an experienced Clinical Research Assistant or looking to start a career in clinical research, we'd love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role and relevant experience.