Lead a groundbreaking diabetes-in-pregnancy research initiative
Support better outcomes for women, babies and communities
Unique blend of clinical practice, research and project leadership
iCARE CGM Diabetes Research Project Coordinator
Part-Time ******** FTE) | 2-Year Fixed Term
Darwin or Nhulunbuy, NT
Help improve diabetes care for women and families across East Arnhem Land
Miwatj Health Aboriginal Corporation (MHAC) is seeking an experienced and passionate Registered Nurse to coordinate the innovative iCARE Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) Diabetes in Pregnancy Research Project.
This unique opportunity combines clinical care, research, stakeholder engagement, and quality improvement to support better health outcomes for women living with diabetes during pregnancy across remote Aboriginal communities in East Arnhem Land.
Working in partnership with, NT Health and Miwatj's multidisciplinary teams, you will play a key role in implementing CGM technology, supporting research activities, and ensuring culturally protected, community-led approaches to care.
About The Role
Coordinate the clinical implementation of Continuous Glucose Monitoring within remote community maternity services.
Support participant recruitment, research activities, co-design workshops and project evaluation.
Collaborate with midwives, clinic teams, endocrinologists, dietitians and external healthcare providers.
Build and maintain strong relationships with community stakeholders and Yolngu representatives.
Manage clinical and research data, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality and compliance.
Support quality improvement initiatives that enhance diabetes care during pregnancy.
Essential
Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
Experience in diabetes management and/or maternal health.
Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
Understanding of, and commitment to,



Aboriginal Community Control and self-determination.
Ability to work effectively with Aboriginal communities and multidisciplinary teams.
Current driver's licence and willingness to travel to remote communities, including by light aircraft.
Ability to obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card).
Desirable
Registration as a Midwife.
Postgraduate qualifications in nursing, midwifery, public health, clinical research or a related field.
Knowledge of Yolngu culture, language and kinship systems.
Experience working in Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs).
Knowledge of Birthing on Country models of care.
What's On Offer
RN4 salary package: $131,995 - $141,804 pro rata + superannuation
Flexible part-time arrangement ******** FTE)
Opportunity to contribute to meaningful research that improves health outcomes for Aboriginal women and families
Work with leading organisations including Miwatj Health, Menzies School of Health Research and NT Health
Supportive multidisciplinary team environment
The chance to make a genuine impact in remote Indigenous healthcare.
About Miwatj Health
Miwatj Health is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation delivering comprehensive primary healthcare services across East Arnhem Land.
Guided by Yolngu leadership and culture, Miwatj is committed to improving health outcomes through quality care, community control and self-determination.
Applications are encouraged from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
If you are passionate about improving maternal health outcomes and driving meaningful change through research and innovation, we'd love to hear from you.
For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Miwatj Recruitment at ****** or *************.
Note: Applications will be assessed as they are received, and the position may close before the advertised closing date.
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📌 Icare Cgm Diabetes Research Project Coordinator (Australia)
🏢 Miwatj Health Aboriginal
📍 Australia