The Role
An opportunity has become available for a Clinical Nurse Consultant (Research General Surgery) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 14 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.

You will

Monitor, evaluate and report on project/research outcomes, performance indicators and stakeholder feedback
Support all elements of the research process, including coordination, recruitment, data collection/management and reports
Work with Principal Investigators and research staff to facilitate communication and ensure study outcomes and timelines are met
Assist with literature reviews, ethics and Site-Specific Assessment applications, approvals and progress reports

About you
To be successful in this position you will require:

Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent
A Masters or higher qualification within a relevant area is highly desirable. Where the successful applicant does not currently hold this qualification, commitment to completion of post-graduate study would be encouraged
Registration with the Nursing Midwifery Board of Australia
Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)

Perks

Flexible work options
Career Development
Salary Packaging
Modern Facilities
Diverse Work Culture
Research Opportunities
12.75% super
17.5% leave loading

Salary





Permanent full time
Base salary ranging from $140,632 - $152,685 per annum

About Us
The General Surgery service at Gold Coast University Hospital delivers tertiary surgical care, including specialised hepatopancreatobiliary (HPB), upper gastrointestinal, colorectal, general surgery, and breast surgery. The General Surgery service provides coordinated multidisciplinary care across inpatient and outpatient settings, with a focus on timely access, streamlined patient flow, and optimal clinical outcomes.

About Gold Coast Health

Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong

How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your application by Tuesday, 10 November 2026

Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.

Job Ad reference: GC695872

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📌 Clinical Nurse Consultant (Research General Surgery) (Gold Coast)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Gold Coast