At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate participant screening and recruitment for anaesthetic research projects.
- Company: Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, a leading healthcare provider in Australia.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, paid parental leave, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to exceptional patient care and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in healthcare research while enjoying a supportive work environment.
- Qualifications: Registered Nurse with AHPRA, 3 years clinical experience, research experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 66.83 - 66.83 $ per hour.
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time 20 hours per week up to November 2027 with possibility of extension.
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2.
Remuneration: $64.70 - $66.83 per hour + Superannuation.
Role Details:
You will be based at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (RPAH), one of Australia’s most respected hospitals with a distinguished history of serving the health needs of local, statewide, national, and international communities. As a major metropolitan tertiary referral hospital and a principal provider of specialist healthcare, RPAH offers world-class facilities and services. Our dedicated, innovative, and caring staff are committed to delivering exceptional patient care.
In this rewarding role, you’ll play a vital part in advancing research by coordinating participant screening, recruitment and informed consent processes. You’ll contribute to high-quality data collection and management, ensure compliance with the National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Human Research and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards, and apply your problem-solving skills to support the effective delivery and management of research projects.
Ideal Candidate:
- Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with relevant post-registration qualifications and at least 3 years' experience working in the clinical area of their specified post-graduate qualification, or such other qualifications or equivalent experience deemed appropriate by the public hospital or public health organisation.
- Experience in investigator-initiated research, ethics and governance submissions - preferred but not essential.
- Can work Monday to Friday - we offer flexibility with days or fixed days as this is a part-time position.
- Demonstrated experience in leading and initiating activities to improve clinical service delivery and patient clinical outcomes.
- All candidates must have full working rights within Australia.
What you will enjoy:
- Additional Public Holiday during Xmas for celebrations!
- Paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading.
- Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging, Novated Leasing & Meal Entertainment allowance.
- Upskill with free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education.
- Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) confidential counselling for staff and their families.
- Discounted Fitness Passport membership and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.
This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health:
This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2026_004). SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.
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Applications Close: 9 November 2026.
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