Research Assistant - Clinical Trials Melanoma Institute Australia location Sydney, North Shore and Northern Beaches. The Melanoma Institute (MIA) is an independent, non - profit organisation located in North Sydney.  The Institute is formally affiliated with the University of Sydney and collaborates with individuals at St Vincent's and Mater Health, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital and at the University of Sydney to improve the outcome of patients with melanoma. Each year around 1,200 new melanoma patients are referred to the Institute and approximately 12,000 follow-ups occur.  Indeed it has become a major referral centre for melanoma patients in NSW and overseas. The Institute currently seeks a Research Assistant to provide quality venepuncture, specimen processing and administrative project support for clinical trials within the Clinical Trials unit. This position will offer you a highly-paced workload and broad clinical and administrative exposure. To succeed in this role you will work closely with clinical trial coordinators to provide a blood collection and processing service for patients participating in clinical trials. You will be flexible in terms of working hours to support our clinical trial coordinators and be available for clinics and patients. You will process blood samples following research protocols, which involves storing blood in its components and shipping samples to national and international testing laboratories. Your workload will include entering data into databases, maintaining tracking documentation and managing blood testing kit inventory. You will be able to confidently communicate sensitive information and patient management issues to member of the team. You will also work closely with the Biospecimen Bank team and researchers. The successful candidate will have a degree/diploma/certificate in medical science, nursing, health or a related field or equivalent experience. Strong skills in venepuncture including difficult collections is desirable however training is available for the right candidate. Experience working with patients in pathology, clinical or hospital setting, and experience in laboratory procedures are also desirable qualities. You will have excellent attention to detail, initiative and ability to prioritise work to achieve goals. This is an outstanding opportunity to further your career and develop your skills in a globally recognised institution. You will enjoy achieving outcomes and will find great satisfaction in supporting cancer patients and being part of cutting edge research.