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Research Physician - Whangārei Hospital

Do you want to part of one of New Zealand’s highest performing clinical trials sites and help bring cutting-edge treatments to Northland patients?

Why join ACTT Whangārei?

  • High-performing, well-supported research site
  • Opportunity to work across multiple therapeutic areas
  • Strong operational and coordination support
  • Real opportunity to grow into a Principal Investigator role

Are you passionate about clinical research and making a difference to the health outcomes of New Zealanders? Are you looking for an opportunity to apply your expertise in clinical research to support innovative healthcare research in Aotearoa New Zealand?

About the Role

This is a part-time role (flexible FTE available (0.35–0.7), with potential to grow as the site expands) based at our Whangārei Hospital site. The Research Physician position requires a qualified general physician who is highly organised, a Team player and hopefully with research experience. This role offers a clear pathway to acting as a Principal Investigator, with strong support from an experience research team. There is also scope for involvement in collaborative group and investigator led research.

About You

  • Qualified Medical Practitioner with a current practising certificate
  • Interest in, or experience with, clinical trials
  • Strong clinical judgement and patient assessment skills
  • Highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities
  • Confident communicator and collaborative team member
  • Proactive, reliable, and solutions-focused

If you're looking for a role where you can genuinely make an impact while being supported by a high-performing and collaborative team, we’d love to hear from you.

Full Position Description available on request to info@aotearoatrials.nz 

Please send CV and cover letter to info@aotearoatrials.nz

Due to anticipated interest in this role, only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted.