Cardiothoracic Research Nurse

Alfred; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing

On-site car & bike parking

ProSport Fitness facilities at The Alf

KU Children's Services childcare

Deducted Pre-Tax benefits

Job summary

Bayside Health is seeking a Level 2 Research Nurse based at The Alfred in Melbourne to support the Cardiothoracic & Transplantation Department. The role focuses on coordinating trials, liaising with senior clinicians, and helping drive research outputs.

You will approach patients for trial enrolment, conduct telephone follow-ups, and assist with in-person visits. APHRA registration and GCP experience are essential, with a fixed-term part-time arrangement.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (Division 1) with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA).
• Experience coordinating clinical research and trials within Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.
• Clinical trial research experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate single site and multicentre trials.
• Provide progress reports and participate in regular meetings to discuss project objectives, methodology and outcomes.
• Participate in team meetings and activities.
• Maintain good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve project goals.

Skills

Registered Nurse (Div 1)

Clinical research coordination

GCP compliance

Trial recruitment experience

Stakeholder collaboration

Job description

Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland. We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between. More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive. Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.

• Fixed Term Part Time Position until November 2028 (48hrs per f/n)
• Classification - Level 2 Research Nurse
• Located at the Alfred

About the Team

The Alfred Cardiothoracic Surgery service provides a broad range of highly specialised procedures including, cardiac and pulmonary transplantation, mechanical circulatory support and pulmonary endarterectomy. The Service is a leader in transplantation and sees a significant thoracic workload, providing services to both metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria. In addition, the department consists of National and internationally recognised academics and operative surgeons, evidenced by publications and other scholarly achievements.

About the Role

The Research Nurse will support key research projects within the Cardiothoracic & Transplantation Department, supporting senior staff, contributing and increasing annual research outputs. This addition to the department will facilitate the continued progression of work, assisting principal investigators to plan, initiate and conduct their research, further supporting the research department as required. This role will require the successful applicant to be comfortable approaching patients to discuss trial enrolment, telephone questionnaires, follow-up data, including in-person visits when applicable. As one of Melbourne's largest teaching hospitals, this position plays a vital role in expanding research activities, assisting the department toward academic objectives, and improving our national and international research profile.

Duties

• Coordinate single site and multicentre trials
• Provide progress reports and participate in regular meetings to discuss project objectives, methodology and outcomes
• Participate in team meetings and activities
• Work in close co-operation with other members of a project team and to maintain a good working relationship with internal and external stakeholders to achieve a high level of co-operation leading to project goals being achieved

Skills & Experience

• Registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia
• Experience in coordinating clinical research and trials within Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines
• Clinical trial research experience
• Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing through Maxxia.
• On-site car & bike parking opportunities, Deducted Pre-Tax!!(subject to availability)
• Fantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through ProSport Health and Fitness.
• Child Care Services at The Alfred managed by KU Children's Services.

If applicable, specify specific requirements that you require in the cover letter or CV.

Any queries please contact Dr Christina Kure at ******@alfred.org.au.

Applications closing 11pm AEST, Tuesday 10th of November 2026

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