Clinical Research Nurse

The Kids Research Institute Australia; Perth; Hybrid; AUD 42,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Extra annual leave

Salary packaging

Health and wellbeing programs

Flexible/hybrid work

Professional development

Staff discounts

Job summary

The Kids Research Institute Australia is seeking a part-time nurse to support the Children’s Diabetes Centre at Perth-based Nedlands, delivering high standards of nursing care for research trials.

Role focuses on study management, participant recruitment, data collection, and adherence to ICH-GCP and CAHS standards, within a 0.4–0.6 FTE, 6-month contract, with flexible hybrid work options.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with AHPRA registration and passion for pediatric diabetes research.
• Experience in hospital-based clinical settings and cannulation.
• Knowledge of ethical issues in human participant research (ICH-GCP).
• Experience in a multi-disciplinary team approach to patient care.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Flexibility for shift work and varying hours.
• Clinical research experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Care of participants at study visits and follow-ups.
• Provide clinical support and assist with orientation/education of participants and caregivers.
• Collect and handle biological samples appropriately.
• Collect study data per ICH-GCP using paper or electronic forms.
• Submit study documentation and report to Human Research Ethics Committee as required.

Skills

Registered nurse

Cannulation

Clinical research

Ethics knowledge

Multi-disciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Flexibility

Clinical trial coordination

Education

Nurse registered with AHPRA

Tools

Paper CRFs

Electronic data capture

Job description

The Opportunity

Here at The Kids our vision is simple; Happy, Healthy Kids!

The Children’s Diabetes Centre has the vision to improve the lives of young people living with Diabetes through a multidisciplinary research program including team members based across The Kids and the Department of Endocrinology, Perth Children Hospital.

We now have an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to join the Children’s Diabetes Centre at The Kids Research Institute Australia.

In collaboration with the Clinical Research Team within the Centre, you will be responsible for delivery of high standard of nursing care as it relates to research using the Scope of Nursing Practice Decision Making Framework. This opportunity is to support Sponsor and Investigator initiated clinical trials in technology, medication and behavioural interventions, providing excellence of care to participants according to ICH GCP, and CAHS clinical standards. The role will be involved in all areas of study management, participant recruitment, sample and data collection and data entry.

Some of your duties will include but not be limited to:

• Care of participants at study visits, and follow‑up care as required.


• Providing clinical support and assisting with the direction, orientation and education of participants and caregivers.


• Collection and appropriate handling of biological samples.


• Study data collection as per ICH‑Good Clinical Practice guidelines using paper case report forms and/or electronic report forms.


• Submission of study documentation and reporting to Human Research Ethics Committee as required.

Based within Perth Children’s Hospital in Nedlands, this part‑time role (0.4 – 0.6 FTE) will be offered for a 6‑month period.

About You

The ideal applicant will be a registered nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of Children and families living with Diabetes. You will be self‑motivated, be driven by achieving project outcomes and will thrive working in a fast‑paced environment.

You Will Also Demonstrate The Following Skills And Experience

• Hospital‑based clinical experience and cannulation experience.


• Self‑directed in provision of patient/participant care.


• Knowledge of ethical issues relating to the conduct of research involving human participants.


• Experience in a multi‑disciplinary team approach to patient care.


• Effective communication and organisational skills.


• Flexibility in working hours - including shift work.


• Clinical Research experience is desirable.

At The Kids Research Institute Australia, we are committed to building a workplace culture thatreflects the communities we serve. We actively recruit support and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, people of all ages, and those with diverse lived experiences. We also provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

If you meet many, but not all, of the role requirements, we encourage you to apply. We also welcome you to mention any career breaks in your cover letter to help us understand your journey.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is reflected in how we:

• Support staff‑led inclusion and allyship groups.


• Offer flexible work practices that recognise different needs and life stages.


• Provide training, development and mentoring opportunities to increase inclusive leadership and create an environment where all staff can thrive.


• Partner with communities to strengthen cultural awareness and belonging.


• Ensure adjustments and accessible practices are available for diverse community groups.


• We continually strive to measure our progress and improve where we can.

Alongside our inclusive culture, you’ll enjoy:

• Extra annual leave at Christmas and Easter.


• Salary packaging and entertainment benefits.


• Health and wellbeing programs with weekly events.


• Flexible and hybrid working options.


• Recognition and professional development opportunities, including LinkedIn Learning.


• Modern offices with sit‑to‑stand desks and end‑of‑trip facilities.


• Staff discounts on travel, IT, stationery, and access to corporate health insurance.

The Kids Research Institute Australia is committed to being champions of gender equity, diversity, and inclusivity. We actively encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures, including: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities and people living with disability. As such we are a proud Bronze award recipient of the first Australian Athena Swan Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) pilot program.

We acknowledge that when working in environments which contribute to the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people, it is imperative that Aboriginal people are at the forefront of this work. We have launched the Aboriginal Employment and Career Development Strategy to increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, students and researchers employed in the Institute who provide guidance and support in our work in Aboriginal health.