Req ID: 7499
Date: 1 Jul 2026
Site: VCCC (Parkville)

Location:
MELBOURNE, VIC, AU, 3000

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Company: Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
Unit: Haematology Research
Division: Chief Operating Officer
Department: Haematology

Enterprise Agreement:
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Haematology Research

YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTURE

Autologous Transplant Data Manager

12-months Fixed-Term, Part-Time position (parental leave coverage) - 45.6 hours per fortnight.
Up to S44,669.04 HS3) - $49,383.36 (HS25) per annum base salary - Full-time equivalent pro-rated for part-time.
Flexible, hybrid working arrangements.

At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.

About the team

The Autologous Transplant Service is part of the Parkville integrated Clinical Haematology Service. Our service is the largest in Victoria and second largest in Australia. We pride ourselves as world-class specialist autologous transplant service that provides evidence-based approach to treatment choices, delivered by a highly effective multidisciplinary and supportive care team. The Autologous Transplant Service are looking for an experience Data Manager to oversee the management of the autologous transplant database.

Reporting directly to the Clinical Lead, Autologous Transplant Service, your role will see you:

Responsible for the maintenance of internal database through the utilisation of various electronic medical record systems, and by attending relevant departmental meetings
Ensuring data accuracy, completeness, and consistency, which is crucial for reliable analysis and decision-making.
Maintaining strict confidentiality of patient records and information, both verbally, in writing, and electronically
Assisting with data-related aspects of audits, research projects, and quality improvement initiatives.
Provide data management support to the team for both clinical outcome data and volume tracking, responding to data requests from health staff in a timely manner

About you

Experience in Data Management
Familiarity with completion of web-based forms
Competent use of RedCap and Microsoft Office programs in particular excel or similar databases

Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter outlining relative key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment.

For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary. Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion.

Hiring Manager: A/Prof Amit Khot

Email: Amit.Khot@petermac.org

Applications Close: 11.59pm Wednesday 8 July 2026.

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Position Summary

The Autologous Transplant Data Manager plays a crucial role in supporting the clinical team by overseeing the management of the autologous transplant database through meticulous and prompt data collection and entry. This position involves active participation in multidisciplinary meetings within the autologous service, alongside the upkeep of both internal and external databases, as well as the facilitation of internal and external audits. Moreover, the data manager will offer invaluable data support to service members by conducting quality and research analysis to ensure the highest standards of care.

Enterprise Agreement

Managers and Administrative Workers

Classification or Salary Range

Grade 3: HS3

Immunisation Risk Category

Immunisation Risk Category C

Key Relationships
Internal
Senior Medical Staff
Nurse Practitioners & CNCs
Health Information Services

External
Precinct Partners
External registries
Other health services

Skills
Essential Requirements
A Bachelor's degree in Pharmaceutical Science, Biomedical Science, or Applied Science, or equivalent experience
Prior experience in clinical trial data management, particularly in haematology
Understanding of clinical research principles, including Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines
Familiarity with various clinical trial data management systems
Ability to design, build, test, and implement trial data management procedures. Ensuring data quality, cleaning, and query resolution.
Experience with database design, development, and management, including user permissions and data integration.
Strong analytical skills for data review, validation, and interpretation.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other relevant software
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with research teams, sponsors, and other stakeholders
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
A high level of accuracy and attention to detail is crucial for data management.
Ability to identify and resolve data issues and queries effectively.

Desireable Requirements
Skills in business intelligence and business reporting
Report writing
Audit analysis design

Key Accountabilities

Key Accountabilities: Demonstrated By / Key Performance Indicators

Accurately entering patient data from various sources (e.g., medical records, clinical trials) into designated databases. .
Creating, validating, and maintaining autologous transplant databases, ensuring their security and compliance with data protection laws
Maintenance of internal databases through utilization of various EMR systems, and by attending relevant departmental meetings
Extracting and manipulating data to generate reports for researchers, clinicians, and other stakeholders.
Ensuring data accuracy, completeness, and consistency, which is crucial for reliable analysis and decision-making.
Implementing and maintaining security measures to protect sensitive patient information from unauthorized access.
Maintaining strict confidentiality of patient records and information, both verbally, in writing, and electronically.
Adhering to relevant data protection regulations (e.g., Data Protection Act) and ethical guidelines for handling health information.
Working closely with other members of the haematology team, including clinicians, researchers, and other data managers, to support data-related activities.
Assisting with data-related aspects of audits, research projects, and quality improvement initiatives.
Participating in training and professional development activities to stay updated on best practices and emerging technologies in data management.
Addressing data-related queries and issues from various stakeholders.

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For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion.

Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.

WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC

Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.
Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.