Why do thousands of people join clinical trials each year?

Picture in your mind the countless medicines available right now in your nearest pharmacy. Every one of those treatments could only get there through the contributions of people just like you.

Human clinical trials are a critical step in medical research that advances our knowledge to ensure treatments work as intended and benefit human’s around the world. Our thousands of healthy contributors have big and small reasons for joining a trial.

Whatever the reason you’ve become interested in contributing to a clinical trial, remember it has to be right for you. You will always have the right to turn down a trial that doesn’t feel right for you or to end your participation at any time.

Benefits at a glance

There are many reasons to join a clinical trial but these are what collaborators tell us are the biggest drawcards.
Help advance medical research
Earn while studying or relaxing
Get a free Medical Screening

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What it’s like at Linear

Most clinical trials involve staying at a research centre for a few days to around a week. You’ll be well looked after by our friendly staff and enjoy some nice perks.
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Delicious meals provided
Meals and snacks are provided throughout your stay, prepared by external catering. It’s not ‘hospital food’ - think restaurant-style dishes catering to most dietary requirements.
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Great Wi-Fi and entertainment
BYOD. You’ll have plenty of time to binge your favourite streaming shows or podcasts, challenge others on our video game systems, or knuckle down to make a big dent in that uni assignment, PhD, other project.
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Time to relax, socialise or study
Outside of trial requirements like general health monitoring, how you spend you time is up to you. Hang out with other contributors or pop some chill beats on your headphones while you delve into a book.
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Delicious meals provided
Meals and snacks are provided throughout your stay, prepared by external catering. It’s not ‘hospital food’ - think restaurant-style dishes catering to most dietary requirements.
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Great Wi-Fi and entertainment
BYOD. You’ll have plenty of time to binge your favourite streaming shows or podcasts, challenge others on our video game systems, or knuckle down to make a big dent in that uni assignment, PhD, other project.
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Time to relax, socialise or study
Outside of trial requirements like general health monitoring, how you spend you time is up to you. Hang out with other contributors or pop some chill beats on your headphones while you delve into a book.

Get over $500 per night for your time and participation

For Healthy Volunteer clinical trials in Perth, contributors are paid over $500 per night for their time and participation. Payments vary based on factors like trial length or the number of visits needed. For overnight stays accommodation, Wi-Fi and all meals are included.

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How do clinical trials in Perth lead the world in safety?

Every trial is approved by an independant ethics committee

Any trial in Australia requires approval by an independent ethics committee registered with the Australian Government’s National Health and Medical Research Council.

Linear follows strict regulations and international certification

We work under guidelines set out by Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and Medicines Australia. We carry extensive insurances in the extremely rare case of a severe adverse event.

Informed consent and medical checks for suitability

An informed consent session is a chance to ensure you understand the trial specifics before joining. You’ll also have a free health check performed by a doctor to further reduce risk.

Meet some of our participants

Read the stories of those who joined our trials and their experiences
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The Menopause Study
Ruth H
Joondalup Early Phase Clinic
The whole experience was fantastic the staff were very professional but also had a fun calm element to them which made our stay perfect.
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The Antibody Study
Matthew S
Joondalup Early Phase Clinic
I felt cared for and was provided with great amenities and food. The staff were amazing and kind and I enjoyed it.
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The Blood Study
Andy L
Joondalup Early Phase Clinic
People will forget what you said, what you did, but will never forget how you made them feel. I'm so thankful to all the staffs, I've had an awesome stay. Made a friend as well. Couldn't ask for more.
The Menopause Study
Ruth H
Joondalup Early Phase Clinic
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The whole experience was fantastic the staff were very professional but also had a fun calm element to them which made our stay perfect.
The Antibody Study
Matthew S
Joondalup Early Phase Clinic
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I felt cared for and was provided with great amenities and food. The staff were amazing and kind and I enjoyed it.
The Blood Study
Andy L
Joondalup Early Phase Clinic
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People will forget what you said, what you did, but will never forget how you made them feel. I'm so thankful to all the staffs, I've had an awesome stay. Made a friend as well. Couldn't ask for more.

Frequently asked questions from participants

Feel confident that you’ll be well cared for when choosing to join a Linear clinical trial.

FAQs

Why do you need human contributors to volunteer for clinical trials?

Clinical trials are a crucial part of the process of developing, licensing and bringing new life-changing, life-saving drugs and therapies to patients. Some clinical trials are conducted to establish whether already-approved drugs can be used to treat different conditions, but most trials are for new drugs and innovations – a completely new way of treating a disease or illness, thereby providing choices and hope for patients.

Trials ensure that novel treatments are both safe and effective, enabling medical practitioners and patients to use them confidently.

Will I be paid for participating in a clinical trial?

Clinical trials are a crucial part of the process of developing, licensing and bringing new life-changing, life-saving drugs and therapies to patients. Some clinical trials are conducted to establish whether already-approved drugs can be used to treat different conditions, but most trials are for new drugs and innovations – a completely new way of treating a disease or illness, thereby providing choices and hope for patients.

Trials ensure that novel treatments are both safe and effective, enabling medical practitioners and patients to use them confidently.

Can I attend work or university while part of a trial?

Clinical trials are a crucial part of the process of developing, licensing and bringing new life-changing, life-saving drugs and therapies to patients. Some clinical trials are conducted to establish whether already-approved drugs can be used to treat different conditions, but most trials are for new drugs and innovations – a completely new way of treating a disease or illness, thereby providing choices and hope for patients.

Trials ensure that novel treatments are both safe and effective, enabling medical practitioners and patients to use them confidently.

Volunteer, participant or contributor — what’s the difference?

Clinical trials are a crucial part of the process of developing, licensing and bringing new life-changing, life-saving drugs and therapies to patients. Some clinical trials are conducted to establish whether already-approved drugs can be used to treat different conditions, but most trials are for new drugs and innovations – a completely new way of treating a disease or illness, thereby providing choices and hope for patients.

Trials ensure that novel treatments are both safe and effective, enabling medical practitioners and patients to use them confidently.

Do I get paid for screening?

Only for applicable studies: We reimburse you for your time, travel, parking, and any inconvenience during your screening visit for a clinical trial. This includes a reimbursement of $100 to $250 just for attending and completing the screening.

What are the risks associated with a clinical trial; are they safe?

Clinical trials are a crucial part of the process of developing, licensing and bringing new life-changing, life-saving drugs and therapies to patients. Some clinical trials are conducted to establish whether already-approved drugs can be used to treat different conditions, but most trials are for new drugs and innovations – a completely new way of treating a disease or illness, thereby providing choices and hope for patients.

Trials ensure that novel treatments are both safe and effective, enabling medical practitioners and patients to use them confidently.