National Centre for Immunisation Research & Surveillance Research Nurse - REQ610681

NSW Health; Council of the City of Sydney; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

A public health organization is seeking a motivated Research Nurse to join their team to coordinate clinical vaccine trials and support public health initiatives. This full-time position located in Westmead offers competitive remuneration and opportunities for professional growth. Ideal candidates should have nursing qualifications and experience in immunisation research.

Benefits

Salary packaging for tax savings

Flexible work opportunities

Access to Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
• Experience in clinical vaccine trials or public health.
• Strong communication skills and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate clinical vaccine trials.
• Evaluate vaccination strategies.
• Support public health research initiatives.

Skills

Organisational skills

Motivation

Experience in immunisation

Education

Nursing qualification

Job description

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time up to 30 September 2026 with a high possibility of extension. Part-Time Job Arrangements may also be considered

Position Classification: Registered Nurse

Remuneration: $72,152.53 - $101,299.48 full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging)

Hours Per Week: 38

Location: Westmead

Applications Close: Midnight on 29 October 2025

Sydney Children's Hospitals Network is the largest paediatric health care entity in Australia. We care for thousands of children each year in our hospitals and in their homes — with one purpose in mind — to help young people live their healthiest lives.

The National Centre for Immunisation Research & Surveillance (NCIRS) has an opportunity for an organised and motivated Research Nurse to join the dynamic Clinical and Research team working in immunisation research.

The Role:

The Research Nurse will be working with a team within NCIRS to coordinate various clinical vaccine trials, including evaluating vaccination and other public health strategies to minimise the burden of childhood infectious diseases. Please refer to the position description and Statement of Duties for further details and the selection criteria.

About NCIRS

NCIRS is the leading organisation in Australia working in research that provides expert advice to support evidence-informed immunisation policy and guideline development, evaluation of the National Immunisation Program and the surveillance of vaccine-preventable diseases, vaccine coverage and vaccine safety.

NCIRS is a collaborative team of experts in public health, biostatistics, infectious diseases, paediatrics, internal medicine, epidemiology, communication, social science and quantitative and qualitative research and survey methods.

How to Apply

• A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
• Answers to the selection criteria in the Position Description

Additional Benefits (for eligible employees)

• Salary packaging for tax savings
• Meal entertainment savings
• Accrued Day Off (ADO) for Full Time employees
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness Passport
• Flexible Work Practice Opportunities

Need more information?

• Click here for the Position Description and Statement of Duties
• Find out more about applying for this position
• Learn more about The Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network
• Aboriginal job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application.

Further Contacts and Support

We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network. For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact [e-mail]

Child Safe Standards

SCHN is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Additional Information

SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity - we acknowledge the vibrancy that a diverse workforce brings to enhance both our workplace culture and our service delivery to children, young people and their families and carers.

Employment of temporary visa holders is only considered if no suitable permanent resident or citizen is identified after labour market testing.

Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.

All workers must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment.

This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.

For roles that require formal qualifications, please note that overseas qualifications must be assessed by the Department of Education or the relevant authority appointed by the Australian Government for skilled migration purposes.

Eligibility List

An eligibility list may be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.