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Gastroenterology Research Nurse
Full Time, Fixed Term Opportunity

Join the Department of Gastroenterology at The Royal Melbourne Hospital as a Research Nurse, supporting investigator-led and industry-sponsored clinical research.

About the Role

The Research Nurse will work closely with key stakeholders within the Department of Gastroenterology at The Royal Melbourne Hospital, supporting the delivery of multiple national and international clinical research studies. This role is responsible for recruiting clinical trial participants, coordinating and conducting study visits, data entry, sample processing, participant follow-up, and ensuring all research activities are completed in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and the National Statement.

Working within a patient-centred environment, you will demonstrate the RMH values of People First, Lead with Kindness, and Excellence Together, providing high-quality care while contributing to research that improves health outcomes for people living with gastroenterological conditions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Recruit and coordinate participants for clinical research studies.
• Conduct study visits, including venepuncture, ECGs, and other trial-specific procedures.
• Complete accurate data entry, sample processing, and participant follow-up.
• Ensure research activities comply with GCP guidelines, the National Statement, and study protocols.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, patients, families, and research stakeholders.
• Participate in mandatory training, ongoing professional development, and annual performance discussions.

About You:

• Registered Nurse with current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA).
• Demonstrated experience delivering high-quality patient care.
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Well-developed assessment, clinical reasoning, and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience performing venepuncture, ECGs, and other clinical trial procedures is highly regarded.
• A commitment to delivering patient-centred care and working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

Benefits of Working at RMH:

• 5 weeks annual leave plus monthly ADOs for full-time employees.
• Discounted gym membership and health centre access through Fitness Passport.
• Fantastic learning and professional development opportunities.
• Work in a values-led organisation committed to putting people first, leading with kindness, and achieving excellence together.

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Interested? Click on the apply button! Recruitment is ongoing, and interviews may commence as applications are received. Early applications are encouraged as the role may close once filled.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and satisfactory Working With Children Check.

The RMH is committed to creating a culturally safe environment as a collective responsibility. We draw on our principles of self-determination, equity, accountability, and shared learning to create a culturally responsive health system that challenges how we strive for continuous quality improvement to meet the expectations of the communities and patients we serve.

RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards.

As a leader in healthcare, we recognise the need to foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply, and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.