Victoria's clinical trial capability

Health and medical research in Victoria

Victoria is recognised globally for excellence in health and medical research.

In addition to our extensive network of metropolitan and regional public health services, our state is home to 18 world-class medical research institutes. Together with universities, industry partners, clinicians, researchers and consumers, they drive high-quality research across Victoria.

Clinical trials in Victoria

Victoria is a leading destination for clinical trials in Australia.

Streamlined approvals processes and world-class research infrastructure support the efficient and safe delivery of clinical trials throughout Victoria.

Clinical trials are delivered across metropolitan, regional and rural communities, helping people across Victoria access innovative treatments while contributing to improvements in healthcare.

Conducting clinical trials across the state helps ensure research includes people from different communities, backgrounds and life experiences, including Aboriginal people and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. More inclusive research can lead to better health outcomes for all Victorians.

Clinical trial sponsors

For detailed national guidance on sponsor roles and requirements, visit the Australian Clinical Trials web page, Sponsoring a clinical trial in Australia.

Clinical trials in public health services

Clinical trials in Victoria are delivered in partnership with public health services across metropolitan, regional and rural communities.

Public health services provide the clinical settings, governance processes and experienced clinical and research teams needed to support the safe and efficient delivery of clinical trials.

Regional health services

Victoria's regional and rural health services are an important part of the state's clinical trials sector, delivering high-quality clinical trials across regional and rural communities.

Through nationally recognised trial models, regional and metropolitan health services can deliver clinical trials together. This helps patients access clinical trials closer to home while supporting broader participation and statewide trial delivery.

For information about teletrials and support available to health services, researchers and sponsors, visit the Australian Teletrial Program - Victoria.