Clinical Trials Research Nurse (CTRN)

• Fixed term, Part time role - 60 hours per fortnight

• 2 year contract (with possibility of extension)

• Research Nurse Level 2 (YU13)

• Primary Parkville location, with attendance at other PMCC campuses as required

• Salary $116,511 (pro-rata for part time) + salary packaging + super + 5 weeks annual leave

At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking current ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.

The CTRN in DRO delivers safe compassionate clinical care; working collaboratively with the healthcare team to achieve best practice patient outcomes.

About the role The CTRN, reporting directly to the Research Manager in Department of Radiation Oncology (DRO), provides expert clinical care and management of clinical trials under the supervision of the principal investigator (PI) and in collaboration with the Clinical Trial Coordinator (CTC) in accordance with the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) Note for Guidance on Positive Clinical Practice (CPMP/ICH/135/95) and the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Research Involving Humans. The CTRN also provides information and support to patients, relatives and carers of patient and colleagues.

Requirements:

- Current registration with the Nurses Board of Victoria, with a minimum of 3 years post graduate oncology and/or haematology nursing experience, or relevant experience demonstrating the appropriate competencies and skills for the job and clinical setting.




- Degree level education or other relevant further education.
- Personal integrity and discretion.
- Demonstrated excellent team working skills with ability to work using own initiative.
- Effective listening and interpersonal skills.
- Time management skills and the ability to prioritize workload.
- Research experience including working knowledge of Australian and International statutory and regulatory requirements including - TGA, FDA, EMEA

Our benefits

We offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally, including:

- Up to $11,660 in salary packaging to increase your take home pay
- Discounted health insurance and eye care
- A comprehensive health and wellbeing program
- Onsite eateries and coffee shops and inviting rooftop garden spaces
- Pathways for professional development and new career opportunities
- Five weeks annual leave, 17.5% leave loading and purchased leave options

Inclusion and belonging

Peter Mac celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community. We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles.

Join us!

If you feel this role is right for you we warmly invite you to apply, and encourage your early application. All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory police check, and may require a valid Working with Children Check. Many staff are required to be vaccinated against,



or demonstrate immunity to, COVID-19, influenza, and a range of other diseases.

Should you need assistance or require any adjustments or accommodations to fully participate in the application or interview process, you are welcome to reach out to the contact person listed. We acknowledge that not all applicants will meet the full list of selection criteria outlined, and wherever possible we will consider applications where relevant experience can apply.

Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter outlining relative key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment.

For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary. Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion.

Hiring Manager: Angie Tran, DRO Research Manager

Contact Number: 85597125

Email: [email protected]

Applications Close 11:59pm: Monday 23 November 2026

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For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion.

Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.

WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC

- Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.
- Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.
- We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.

📌 Clinical Trials Research Nurse (CTRN) (Melbourne)
🏢 Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
📍 Melbourne