Partnerships
PRAXIS National Projects
PRAXIS Australia partners with organisations across the research and clinical trials network to collaborate and deliver beneficial projects to the sector.
Australian Teletrial Program (ATP) PROgress Program:
PRAXIS Australia is collaborating with the Australian Teletrial Program (ATP) to deliver the PROgress Program – a national initiative designed to enhance the clinical trial workforce across regional, rural, and remote Australia. This immersive, three-month program offers a structured career entry and development pathway for both new and existing clinical trial staff, aiming to strengthen operational capacity at trial sites nationwide.
The PROgress Program combines online learning modules, interactive virtual workshops, and on-site practical training, supported by experienced mentors and a community of practice. Participants gain comprehensive exposure to clinical trial coordination, including human research ethics, investigational products, patient recruitment, data management, and safety reporting. This approach equips them with the skills and knowledge necessary for effective clinical trial operations.
The program is tailored to accommodate varying levels of experience, making it suitable for individuals entering the clinical trial sector as well as those seeking to advance their careers. By providing accelerated development opportunities, the PROgress Program addresses the critical skill shortages in Australia’s clinical trial workforce, particularly in underserved regions.
Supported by the ATP National Office, the PROgress Program has already commenced its first cohort in February 2025, with a second cohort starting in May 2025. Additional cohorts are planned throughout the year, aiming to achieve national reach and bolster clinical trial capabilities across multiple jurisdictions.
PRAXIS Health New Zealand Partnership
PRAXIS Australia is delighted to announce our partnership with Health New Zealand (Te What Ora) to provide expert training and education to Health New Zealand research and clinical trial staff involved in, or aspiring to work within clinical trials within Health New Zealand hospitals across the motu.
Clinical Trials Administration in Aotearoa New Zealand is a comprehensive program, uniquely tailored to align with New Zealand’s regulatory landscape, providing essential insights and best practices for clinical trials administration.
National Clinical Trials Governance Framework
PRAXIS has secured a significant project and will work in collaboration with the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care to improve the confidence and capability of the clinical trials workforce in Australia.
The National Clinical Trials Governance Framework is a step towards consistent accreditation of clinical trial sites. PRAXIS has been selected by the Commission to design and develop training for assessors. Assessors will be reviewing Australian clinical trial sites against the new Framework from 2023. We are excited to be working with the Commission to educate the assessors, which will lead to improved safety and quality of clinical trials across Australia.
Department of Industry, Science and Resources/OMICO: PrOSPeCT Program
PRAXIS Australia has partnered with Omico to deliver a program that will open new cancer treatment paths and clinical trial careers for Australians.
Omico’s Precision Oncology Screening Platform Enabling Clinical Trials (PrOSPeCT) program will enable relevant cancer patients to access precision medicine and comprehensive genomic profiling (CGP), and maximise opportunities in clinical trials.
PRAXIS has been selected to deliver innovative training and internship support that will underpin PrOSPeCT’s activities. PRAXIS will provide internships for 40 clinical trial coordinators and research associates across Australia. Opening pathways in regional, rural, and remote areas and to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples is an important aim of the program.
PrOSPeCT is expected to generate new opportunities for research scientists involved in genomics, clinical trials, and diagnostics. It is estimated to provide 650+ new jobs in 2 years and $135 million of savings for Australia’s healthcare system.
MTP Connect Internship Program
PRAXIS Australia’s Clinical Trial Coordinator (CTC) Internship Program will address the critical skill gaps in the workforce by providing select clinical trials interns with expert training and education from sector leaders.
This selective program is an immersive, flexible, competency-based training model that supports 15 interns over a 10-month timeframe.
The CTC Internship Program will be undertaken by a consortium of 7 strategically aligned partners who work across the Australian clinical trials ecosystem, and includes representation from research, academia, peak industry bodies, health care, and education and training sectors.
PRAXIS Australia and consortium partners include: ARCS Australia (ARCS), The South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute (SAHMRI), The University Queensland Centre for Clinical Research (UQCCR), The George Institute for Global Health (TGI), Maridulu Budyari Gumal SPHERE and Sydney Health Partners (SHP).