Join the RMH Neuroimmunology research team as a Research Nurse Co-Ordinator, collaborating within a multidisciplinary Neuroimmunology team!

Why Join RMH?

• Part-time Fixed term until July 2027 | 32 hours per fortnight
• Coordinate innovative Neuroimmunology clinical research at RMH
• Support patient care and clinical trials that improve health outcomes

About the role

Join the Royal Melbourne Hospital Neuroimmunology Research team as a Research Nurse Coordinator, where you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality clinical research that contributes to advances in patient care. 

Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will support clinicians, investigators and research partners to coordinate protocol-driven clinical trials while ensuring compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Melbourne Health policies and regulatory requirements.

Reporting to the Principal Investigators, you will coordinate all aspects of study delivery, including participant care, trial activities, data and documentation, and communication with internal and external stakeholders. 

This is an opportunity to combine your clinical expertise with research coordination, helping to deliver innovative research that improves outcomes for patients with neuroimmunological conditions.

Key Accountabilities

• Coordinate clinical trials, including protocol based patient screening, eligibility assessment, and communication with treating clinicians and investigators.
• Provide direct patient care and education, supporting patients, families, and ward staff throughout the research process.
• Conduct operational reviews of proposed studies and collaborate with the Ethics Coordinator on HREC/RGO submissions.
• Work alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team of neurologists, psychiatrists, nurses, and scientists to deliver high quality research.
• Ensure all research activities align with GCP and Melbourne Health policies while supporting Principal Investigators and trial operations.

About You

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
• Commitment to The Melbourne Way – putting people first, leading with kindness and achieving excellence together.
• Knowledge of clinical research processes, including ethics submissions, amendments, SAE reporting and essential documentation.
• Highly developed communication, interpersonal and advanced clinical assessment skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and the ability to adapt to change.
• Experience developing and reviewing policies and procedures.
• Commitment to obtaining and maintaining required certifications, including Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and IATA.
  Desirable
• A good knowledge of neuroscience with postgraduate qualifications in neuroscience Nursing

Benefits of Working at RMH

• Join a values-based organisation offering great opportunities for career diversity and professional development, including training and research opportunities, as well as access to mentorship and leadership programs.
• Access to comprehensive health and wellbeing programs, including Employee Assistance and Fitness Passport.
• Up to $12,000 tax free earnings with salary packaging options.
• Generous leave entitlements – five weeks annual leave per year (pro-rata for part time, EBA dependent), additional monthly paid day off for full time staff.
• Central Parkville location – onsite car parking options, easily accessible via public transport.

Position Description

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Interested?

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Interviews may commence as applications are received. Early applications are encouraged as the role may close once filled.

Our Commitment

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we work and are committed to a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

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 are dedicated to fostering 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.

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.