Welcome to the website of BioTrial Partners (biotrialpartners.com). We appreciate your interest in our services and your trust in how we manage your personal information.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and managing your data in compliance with the Australian Privacy Act 1988 ("Privacy Act"), the Australian Privacy Principles ("APPs"), and, where applicable, the General Data Protection Regulation ("GDPR") of the European Union.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information, and outlines your rights in relation to your data.

1. Who We Are
BioTrial Partners Pty Ltd
Gold Coast, QLD, Australia
For any privacy-related enquiries, you may contact us at: info@biotrialpartners.com

2. What is Personal Information?
Personal information refers to any information or opinion that identifies or could reasonably identify an individual. Examples include your name, email address, phone number, IP address, date of birth, and employment information.

3. Legal Grounds for Processing Your Data
We process personal information:

• With your consent;
• As necessary to perform contractual obligations or pre-contractual steps;
• To comply with legal obligations;
• When it is in our legitimate interest, provided it does not override your rights.

4. Why We Collect and Use Personal Information
We collect and use your data to:

• Provide access to our website and services;
• Connect you with relevant freelance professionals or hiring clients;
• Respond to your enquiries;
• Fulfil contractual obligations;
• Maintain security and prevent misuse;
• Carry out marketing and analytics with your consent.

5. Data Security
We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information. Our website uses SSL encryption to safeguard data transmitted online. Despite our efforts, no internet transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
In the event of a data breach affecting your personal information, we will notify you as soon as reasonably practicable and outline any corrective actions being taken.

6. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law. This may include up to 7 years for compliance with statutory obligations.

7. Children and Minors
We do not knowingly collect information from individuals under the age of 16 without parental or guardian consent.

8. Cookies and Website Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies for website functionality and analytics. These are governed by your consent and our Cookie Policy. You may opt out via browser settings or tools provided on our website.

9. International Data Transfers
Where necessary, personal information may be transferred and processed outside Australia. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data during such transfers.

10. Sharing of Personal Information
We may share your personal information with:

• Potential employers or clients, if you are a candidate;
• Freelancers or vendors, if you are a client;
• Service providers assisting with website hosting or communications;
• Authorities if legally required.
  We do not sell your personal information.

11. Candidate and Client Data
We collect data from candidates to match them with relevant freelance or contract roles. This may include employment history, qualifications, residency status, and optionally, sensitive data such as health or diversity information with your consent.
Client data is collected to support recruitment and consultancy services. This may include contact information and job requirements.

12. Your Rights
You have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you;
• Request correction or deletion;
• Object to or restrict certain processing activities;
• Withdraw consent at any time;
• Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) or relevant supervisory authority.
  Requests can be sent to info@biotrialpartners.com. We aim to respond within 30 days.

13. Updates to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website with the effective date.
Effective Date: May 22, 2025

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