UniSC Clinical Trials | UniSC Sunshine Coast – based at Maroochy Private Hospital
Level 6, $95,986 - $103,873 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
Full-time ****** hours per week), 2 year fixed-term appointments available
The Opportunity
Join a dynamic and innovative clinical research team where your expertise will directly contribute to advancing healthcare outcomes.
Reporting to the Clinical Trials Operations Manager, the Clinical Research Nurse plays a pivotal role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care while ensuring compliance with clinical trial protocols, ICH/GCP standards, UniSC CTC SOPs, and relevant regulatory requirements.
This diverse and rewarding position combines hands-on clinical care with autonomous coordination and administration of clinical trials, requiring critical thinking, sound judgement, attention to detail, and the ability to manage complex study activities.
If you are passionate about research, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are committed to excellence in participant care and clinical trial delivery, we would love to hear from you.
Please note
, this role requires flexibility to work outside standard business hours to support confinement studies and other time-sensitive trial activities (required to participate in an 24/7 confinement roster).
For more information, please visit us online: UniSC Clinical Trials
You will
Plan and facilitate safe and effective nursing care with consideration of the clinical research protocol and be responsible for, and take carriage of the associated administrative duties including; data collection, laboratory sample processing and shipping and complex document collation;




Facilitates the delivery of high-quality clinical research to improve the health care outcomes, the trial participant experience and treatment options;
Demonstrates competence in nursing care as specified by registration requirements, NMBA standards and codes, educational preparation, legislation and context of care; and
Provides highly specialised coordination to assist in the management of assigned research studies including.
About you
You are a compassionate and organised nursing professional who enjoys working with people and making a positive impact through clinical research.
With strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to quality care, you can confidently manage priorities, work independently, and collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
You bring sound clinical knowledge, strong computer skills, and a professional approach to maintaining privacy, compliance, and participant wellbeing.
Experience in clinical trials, phlebotomy, cannulation, and knowledge of ICH-GCP will be highly regarded.
You will possess:
Completion of a degree qualification in Nursing with subsequent relevant experience or an equivalent combination of experience and Diploma qualification.
Registered and Endorsed Enrolled Nurses must have current registration with AHPRA as a Registered or Enrolled Nurse.




Enrolled Nurses must be medication administration endorsed;
Phlebotomy and cannulation training and experience is highly regarded;
Knowledge of ICH Good Clinical Practice and applicable regulations;
High level computing skills (including databases, clinical trial electronic data entry, word processing and spreadsheets);
Sound understanding of privacy principles governing health information;
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team; and
Previous Clinical Trial Coordination experience highly regarded.
UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.
We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences.
We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context.
For additional support during the application process, please contact us at ****** or call ***************.
UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.
Our Culture & Benefits:
Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
Modern teaching & research facilities.
Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE)initiative.
Versatile work arrangements & generous leave options.
Salary packing options + 17% Super.
EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.
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