Research Nurse (Oncology)

Monash University; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 111,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Monash University is seeking a Research Nurse (Oncology) to coordinate oncology clinical trials, combining nursing care with research coordination to deliver participant-centred care and robust data collection.

You will work with investigators and clinical teams to recruit, screen, consent, monitor, and follow up with trial participants, ensuring compliance with ethics, privacy and GCP standards. Demonstrated oncology/haematology nursing experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA).
• Demonstrated clinical nursing experience in oncology or haematology.
• Strong clinical assessment and care coordination skills.
• Excellent organisational and documentation practices; protect patient confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate oncology clinical trials from recruitment to follow-up visits.
• Ensure ethical, safe and compliant trial conduct per GCP and regulatory standards.
• Collect, analyse and manage trial data and documentation.
• Educate and support participants and engage multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Care coordination

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Documentation accuracy

Education

NMBA Registration (Australia)

Job description

Duration: 12 month fixed-term appointment

Remuneration: $110,527 - $121,227 pa HEW Level 07 (plus 17% employer superannuation)

• Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
• Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them

The Opportunity

The Research Nurse (Oncology) will play a vital role in advancing clinical research at Monash University, coordinating oncology clinical trials that contribute to improved understanding and treatment of cancer. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will combine your clinical nursing expertise with research coordination to deliver high-quality, participant-centred care, support the collection of robust research data and ensure trials are conducted safely, ethically and in accordance with professional and regulatory standards.

This position will be responsible for coordinating the delivery of clinical research trials, from participant recruitment, screening and informed consent through to trial visits, clinical assessments, ongoing monitoring and follow-up care. You will collect, analyse and maintain accurate research data, manage clinical trial records and databases, and provide education and support to participants throughout their involvement. Working closely with investigators, hospital and clinical teams, pharmaceutical companies and external research partners, you will build strong stakeholder relationships and contribute to research administration, reporting and publications. You will also support the development of research procedures, quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring all activities comply with ethical, privacy, confidentiality, Good Clinical Practice and relevant regulatory requirements.

To be successful in this role you will have current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, alongside demonstrated clinical nursing experience in a relevant field, such as oncology or haematology. You will bring strong clinical assessment, problem-solving and care coordination skills, supported by excellent organisational abilities and the capacity to manage competing priorities. An understanding of human research ethics, Good Clinical Practice, informed consent and clinical trial protocols is essential. You will demonstrate sound judgement, initiative and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, computer literacy, meticulous documentation practices and a clear understanding of patient confidentiality are also key, together with the ability to recognise and promptly escal

About Monash University

At Monash, work feels different. There's a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking - a place where great things happen.

We value difference and diversity. That's why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

Some 20,000 staff work for Monash around the world. We have 95,000 students, four Australian campuses, and campuses in Malaysia and Indonesia. We also have a major presence in India and China, and a significant centre and research foundation in Italy.

In our short history, we have skyrocketed through global university rankings and established ourselves consistently among the world's best tertiary institutions. We rank in the world’s top-50 universities in rankings including the QS World University Rankings 2026.

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Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements.

We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.

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Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at **************@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.

Enquiries: Karen Lim, Clinical Trials Team Leader, [phone]

Position Description:Research Nurse

Applications Close: Thursday 12 November 2026, 11:55pm AEDT

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