Research Nurse Level 2 - Surgical Oncology

Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre; Melbourne; Presencial; AUD 104.000 - 127.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Salary packaging up to $11,660

Discounted health insurance

Flexible hybrid working

Onsite facilities

End of trip facilities

Descripción de la vacante

The Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre in Melbourne is seeking a Research Nurse Level 2 to join the Surgical Oncology Research Team for a 5‑month fixed term (full‑time secondment) with potential extension. The role supports clinical trials under ICH-GCP guidelines and NHMRC standards, coordinating study activity and data collection.

You will hold current Nurses Board of Victoria registration with several years post‑graduate surgical/oncology experience, and bring strong organisational and

Formación

• Current registration with the Nurses Board of Victoria and a minimum of 3 years post‑graduate surgical/anaesthetics/oncology nursing experience or equivalent competencies.
• Experience with clinical research and knowledge of ICH-GCP, NHMRC guidelines and regulatory requirements.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinate and support a portfolio of studies within the DCS Research Team.
• Oversee study feasibility, regulatory submissions and investigator support.
• Contribute to quality assurance and service improvement initiatives across the division and institution.

Conocimientos

Nursing registration (Victoria)

ICH-GCP knowledge

Clinical research

Time management

Descripción del empleo

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Research Nurse Level 2 - Surgical Oncology

Date: 29 Oct 2026

YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTURE

Research Nurse Level 2 - Surgical Oncology

• 5-month fixed term, full-time secondment with possibility for extension - 76 hours per fortnight.
• Up to $115,289.00 (YU13) base salary per annum.
• Parkville location with multiple public transport options.

The Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre (Peter Mac) is a Victorian public health service and a world-leading comprehensive cancer centre seeking to excel across all spheres of clinical care, research and education. We have the largest cancer research enterprise in Australia and provide treatment to about 40,000 people with cancer each year.We aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new 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 top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.

About the role

An opportunity exists to join the Division of Cancer Surgery - Surgical Oncology Research team for an initial period of 5 months with the possibilty of extension.Under the operations of the Clinical Research Unit (CRU), the Division of Cancer Surgery (DCS) Research Team works collaboratively with clinicians and researchers from both the Surgical Oncology and Anaesthetics, Perioperative Medicine and Pain Medicine teams.

As a member of DCS Research team, the research nurse (surgical oncology) will coordinate, deliver direct and indirect care and associated data collection for clinical trials and research studies (collectively known as study/ies”) undertaken in DCS, in accordance ICH GCP E6 (R3), the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Human Research and Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre (Peter Mac) policies.

The role will be responsible for:

• The conduct of a portfolio of studies within the DCS Research Team
• Coordinating or supporting all aspects of study/site conduct including but not limited to: Study feasibility, regulatory submissions and compliance, initiation, and investigator support
• Involvement in quality assurance and service improvement initiatives within both the division and across the institution

About you

You will have excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritise workload, with a demonstrated ability to work both within a team and using your own initiative.

You’ll bring with you:

• Current registration with the Nurses Board of Victoria, with a minimum of 3 years post graduate surgical and / or anaesthetics and/or oncology nursing experience, or relevant experience demonstrating the appropriate competencies and skills for the job and clinical setting
• Research experience including working knowledge of ICH-GCP, Australian and International statutory and regulatory requirements including - TGA, FDA, EMA
• Personal integrity and discretion
• Effective listening and interpersonal skills

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
• Public transport options at our doorstep and end of trip facilities for cyclists
• 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 & purchased leave options
• Flexible, hybrid working practices

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.

Applications Close: 11.59pm Thursday 12 November 2026.
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Position Summary

Under the operations of the Clinical Research Unit (CRU), the Division of Cancer Surgery (DCS) Research Team works collaboratively with clinicians and researchers from both the Surgical Oncology and Anaesthetics, Perioperative Medicine and Pain Medicine teams.

As a member of DCS Research team, the research nurse (surgical oncology) will coordinate, deliver direct and indirect care and associated data collection for clinical trials and research studies (collectively known as study/ies”) undertaken in DCS, in accordance ICH GCP E6 (R3), the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Human Research and Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre (Peter Mac) policies.

The role will be responsible for:

• The conduct of a portfolio of studies within the DCS Research Team
• Coordinating or supporting all aspects of study/site conduct including but not limited to: Study feasibility, regulatory submissions and compliance, initiation, and investigator support

Involvement in quality assurance and service improvement initiatives within both the division and across the institution

Classification or Salary Range

YU13

Category A: Position involving direct patient contact, potential for exposure to blood, body fluid, human tissue specimens during course of a normal working day

Key Relationships

Internal

• Departmental research team
• Research participants and their caregivers
• Principal Investigators, co-investigators and associated clinical research medical staff
• Clinical Research Unit (CRU)
• Staff within the Division of Surgery
• All Peter Mac Clinical Research and Research laboratory staff
• Multidisciplinary team members
• Clinical nurses and Allied Health staff in all relevant patient care areas - including but not limited to theatres, OPD and wards.
• Departments involved in clinical research including pathology, diagnostic imaging, nuclear medicine, pharmacy, BaCT
• Health Information Services
• Internal Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) and Research Governance Office (RGO)
• Clinical Research Development Office (CRDO)

External

• Sponsor representatives from collaborative groups and industry.
• Research nurses, study coordinators and data managers at other hospitals
• External precinct hospitals and services (eg RMH, RWH)
• External laboratories and diagnostic imaging centres
• External Medical Record Departments
• External HREC and Research Governance Offices
• Professional bodies such as ACTEC, VARN and ARCS

Skills

• Current registration with the Nurses Board of Victoria, with a minimum of 3 years post graduate surgical and / or anaesthetics and/or oncology nursing experience, or relevant experience demonstrating the appropriate competencies and skills for the job and clinical setting
• Research experience including working knowledge of ICH-GCP, Australian and International statutory and regulatory requirements including - TGA, FDA, EMA
• 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 prioritise workload
• Evidence of further education such as post-graduate certification, diploma, or continuous professional development specific to surgery/oncology and/ or clinical research

Key Accountabilities

Key Accountabilities Demonstrated By / Key Performance Indicators

1. To effectively manage clinical research and trials

• Practice at all times within current appropriate state and federal regulations and hospital policy.
• Make appropriate clinical and professional autonomous decisions as required and seek clarification where necessary.
• Provide clinical and professional advice relating to the conduct of clinical research to the Investigators and multidisciplinary team that is in accordance with TGA ICH GCP and the NHMRC National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Research Involving Humans, unit operating procedures and hospital policy.
• Co-ordinate a portfolio of clinical trials and research projects as directed by the Research Manager, showing the ability to appropriately prioritise workload and seek assistance from team members when required.
• Maintain a flexible approach to working hours to meet the requirements of research protocols and subject recruitment.
• Liaise with all involved groups/departments to ensure all biological samples are collected, processed, stored and shipped as per the protocol requirements.
• Participate in clinical trial monitoring/auditing internally and externally as required to meet the regulatory and scientific requirements
• Work effectively during monitoring of clinical trial data, internal company audits and external reviews.

2. Ensure quality data and patient safety at all times

• Demonstrated ability to manage workload to ensure interests of patients on clinical trials are met and protocol requirements are followed
• Able to maintain effective communication processes with patients and carers, investigators, and other members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure information is appropriately shared
• Work within and monitor standards of care in the defined clinical trial protocols, SOPs and practice guidelines of the Anaesthetics Department, hospital policies and procedures to ensure adherence to and delivery of, a high quality service
• Contribute to the development of policies and procedures within the research unit and organisation to ensure that clinical research practice is underpinned by current best practice
• Ensure that studies are undertaken in accordance with the terms approved by the institutional ethics committee and TGA ICH GCP and the NHMRC National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Research Involving Humans
• Demonstrates through practice, knowledge of ICH GCP and the NHMRC National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Research Involving Humans.
• Demonstrates knowledge of each designated clinical trial protocol including procedures and documentation to ensure the safe and accurate conduct and recording of the study
• Uses practice guidelines and study specific documentation to ensure that data is recorded accurately and in accordance with regulatory requirements

2. Ensure quality data and patient safety at all times

• Able to screen/register only appropriate patients for clinical trials as per clinical trial eligibility criteria. Follow patients as per protocol and, where necessary, facilitate participant withdrawal from a study to ensure the patient’s best care and the effective achievement of the study aims
• Ensures informed consent is obtained according to standard hospital practice, ICH GCP and the NHMRC National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Research Involving Humans and be actively involved in the ongoing informed consent process
• Where appropriately delegated and trained, and when within scope of practice, obtain informed consent from research participants according to standard hospital practice, ICH GCP and the NHMRC National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Research Involving Humans

Key Accountabilities (Contd..)

3. To undertake and participate in professional development and education

• Participate in the teaching of nursing and medical staff and other members of the multidisciplinary team regarding clinical research and associated guidelines and regulations.
• Actively participate in the delivery of the Unit education program
• Demonstrate a commitment to personal continuing professional development and participate in performance review/appraisal.
• Undertakes additional training to acquire the knowledge and skills needed to implement new study protocols from a variety of clinical specialties.
• In conjunction with Research Manager, identify areas that require additional knowledge and work towards meeting the learning objectives set.
• Maintain up-to-date clinical skills and knowledge delivering care to allocated study clinical trial patients.
• Maintain mandatory training requirements as defined by hospital and nursing policy.

Key Accountabilities (Contd..)

4. To function as an integral member of the clinical research team

• Develops and participates in appropriate quality activities.
• Participates in Departmental Research meetings and Research Nurse Meetings
• Actively participate in research team and CRU initiatives
• Takes responsibility for ensuring all trial patients are seen in and clinical trial requirements are carried out according to protocol and without incident across the department including cancer surgery and anaesthetics where appropriate.

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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.

The Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which our five sites are located throughout Victoria. We recognise their strength and resilience and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.