Research Data and Support Officer

Latrobe Regional Health is a leading provider of health care services across the Gippsland Region

About the role

Are you seeking a rewarding and diverse Research Data and Support Officer role in a leading regional hospital? Join the Research team at Latrobe Regional Health, where we value our employees by providing a safe and supportive workplace culture that enables you to thrive. 

Latrobe Regional Health is looking for Research Data and Support Officer to join our growing team on a Fixed Term until April 2027 (Parental Leave Coverage) - Part Time or Full Time Basis available 0.8 to 1.0 FTE.

We are seeking an organised and detail-oriented Research Data and Support Officer to join our Research and Clinical Trials Unit. Reporting to the Clinical Trials Manager, you will play a key role in supporting research operations through data management, reporting, quality assurance, and administrative coordination. You will contribute to clinical trial activities, performance reporting, accreditation requirements, and continuous improvement initiatives, helping to ensure the successful delivery of research programs and clinical trials.

Working Together | We will respond to challenges together to create a safe, quality health service

The role of the Research Data and Support Officer is to:

• Maintain research databases and records, ensuring accurate and timely data collection, entry, extraction, and reporting.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and performance metrics to support funding requirements, governance activities, and key performance indicators.
• Support clinical trial operations through the management of assessment data, participant payment schedules, sponsor billing information, and financial monitoring processes.
• Develop and maintain written and visual communications, including website content, stakeholder updates, and reporting materials.
• Assist with quality improvement activities, audits, document reviews, monitoring processes, and accreditation requirements.
• Provide administrative support to the Research and Clinical Trials Unit while collaborating with internal stakeholders, researchers, healthcare professionals, and external partners.

About you

Ideal candidates for this role will have:

• Highly organised administration or data professional with experience managing databases, reports, and process-driven tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong data management and analytical skills, including the ability to collect, extract, interpret, and present data in meaningful reports and visual formats.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly in Excel, and confidence working with multiple databases and information systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare professional reports and engage effectively with a range of stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to prioritise competing tasks, work independently, and consistently deliver accurate outcomes.
• A collaborative team player who is committed to continuous improvement, quality processes, and supporting the success of research and clinical trial programs.

Latrobe Regional Health offers a range of benefits including:

• Salary packaging up to $9,000 per annum.
• Meals/Entertainment benefit up to $2,650 per annum.
• Encouragement for professional development and ongoing education.
• A range of social club activities, discounts and diverse workplace activities.
• Free access to our Staff Wellbeing Centre offering health education and wellbeing
• Access to discounted gym membership and fitness services through Fitness Passport Services.

Interested about this exciting opportunity, but want more information? We encourage you to contact Jhodie Duncan, General Manager Research and Partnership email on jhodie.duncan@lrh.com.au for a confidential discussion.

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About us

Located in the picturesque region of Gippsland, Latrobe Regional Health (LRH) offers the perfect balance between career and lifestyle. Enjoy easy access to Melbourne, stunning beaches, majestic mountains, and serene lakes. With flexible working hours, you can make the most of what Gippsland has to offer.

LRH cares for a population of about 300,000 and is the regional provider of specialist services. Our catchment covers 42,000 square kilometres, from Phillip Island to Mallacoota in the far east of Victoria. LRH offers cardiac care, surgery, medical, renal, emergency care, aged care, women's and children's services, pharmacy, allied health and rehabilitation. Medical and radiation oncology are offered by the Gippsland Cancer Care Centre.

Now is an exciting time to join the LRH team, with the $223.5 million expansion completed in March 2024, offering improved maternity and paediatric facilities, larger intensive care unit, increased medical and surgical beds and additional operating theatres.

Diversity and inclusion

We embrace workforce diversity and actively encourage applications from across our community including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with linguistically diverse backgrounds, people of all genders and gender identities and people with disabilities. LRH's Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officer is available to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent applicants and can be contacted via email: AboriginalHealthUnit@lrh.com.au 

How to apply

Join us in our mission to provide exceptional healthcare services to our community. Apply today and make a difference in the lives of our patients and their families. Please click the APPLY button to be directed to our Careers page for direct application. Applications should include a cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria and current resume.

Applications Close: 16th July 2026

Position can be filled before the end of the advertising period.

Explore all the great things happening at LRH by visiting our Careers and Training page of our website www.lrh.com.au/Careers-and-Training/ and take the next step in your career journey.

Before commencement, the successful applicant will

Provide evidence of an original and valid National Police Record Check, an employee Working with Children Check, and a current season influenza vaccine (if applicable to work area), unless a valid medical exemption applies.