"Clinical Research Nurse"

Job Description

• Frazer Institute
• Part-time (60-80% FTE negotiable), fixed-term position through to 31 December 2026
• Base salary will range from $102,565 - $111,686 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 7)
• Primarily based at the Translational Research Institute at our Dutton Park campus

About This Opportunity

We are seeking a Clinical Research Nurse to join the dedicated research team at our Frazer Institute to support vital research in rheumatology.

As a valued member of the research team, you will be responsible for providing high quality research coordination in a nursing capacity, including study protocol development and submission; study coordination and team management; subject recruitment; collection, entry and quality control of data; clinical assessments including joint counts; documentation in patient files; and retrieving and documenting laboratory results. You will also liaise with Investigators, and Clinical Nurse Coordinators in Diabetes and Rheumatology Departments at Princess Alexandra Hospital to coordinate clinical trials.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Clinical Research Management: Support all aspects of research project coordination, including preparing documentation (ethics/governance submissions, protocols, case report forms, presentations), assisting with database development, monitoring study progress, reporting to stakeholders, analysing and reporting clinical data, ensuring compliance with relevant guidelines, and supervising junior research staff.
• Clinical Trial Supervision: Support clinical trial operations by preparing research agreements, coordinating communications with stakeholders and trial sites, overseeing recruitment and assessing patient eligibility, managing data collection, and ensuring patient safety.

About You

• Tertiary qualifications in Science or a related Health field.
• Clinical nursing experience as a registered nurse (specialist rheumatology nursing experience and training in joint counts would be advantageous).
• Accredited in phlebotomy and subcutaneous injections.
• Experience coordinating and carrying out clinical research, including clinical trial management and supervision, patient assessment, phlebotomy, data entry and quality monitoring.
• Demonstrated high level of knowledge, experience and skill in the management and conduct of clinical trials and the regulatory and ethical requirements associated with such clinical trials in Australia.
• Proficient computer literacy including extensive knowledge of databases and Excel.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.
• Excellent organisational skills with a track record of completing tasks on time and to a high standard with attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Mandatory requirements: Please note, you must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply (employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment). The successful candidate will also be required complete mandatory immunisations and hold and maintain full AHPRA Registration.

About UQ

Everyone at UQ has a role to play. As a member of the team, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting our research endeavours, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community. Collectively, we can make a difference and create real change!

Join a community where your contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave
• 17% superannuation contributions
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
• UQ Study for Staff
• Affordable parking (from just $6.15 a day)
• Salary packaging options

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Professor Ranjeny Thomas at Ranjeny.thomas@uq.edu.au. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number in the subject line.

Want to Apply?

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload: Resume and a cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the 'About You' section above. Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au.

Other Information

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role. Applications close Thursday 4 September 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-54759). Please note that interviews have been tentatively planned for the week commencing 15 September.