Research Nurse

About the role

The Department of Cardiology at The Alfred is seeking a full‑time maternity‑leave cover Research Nurse to join the Structural Heart team. The Research Nurse – Structural Heart Clinical Trials Lead will manage all aspects of clinical research across the Structural Heart Program, providing leadership to trial nurses and collaborating with investigators, sponsors, vendors and research stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct feasibility assessments for new studies.
• Lead study start‑up activities, including budget development and negotiation.
• Prepare and submit Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) and research governance applications.
• Recruit and retain study participants.
• Coordinate clinical trial activities and manage patient care throughout the study.
• Oversee data management and ensure data integrity.
• Provide financial oversight of trial budgets.
• Execute study close‑out processes.
• Supervise and mentor Structural Heart research program clinical trial nurses.
• Collaborate with Principal Investigators, sponsors, vendors and external research organisations to ensure high‑quality, compliant, and efficient delivery of research.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse with current registration through the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and AHPRA.
• Diploma of Nursing, Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent qualification.
• Certification in Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
• Demonstrated experience in cardiovascular nursing.
• Proven experience as a Research Nurse with measurable research outcomes.
• Ability to manage multiple complex clinical research studies.
• Desirable: Master’s degree or other relevant postgraduate qualifications.
• Desirable: Experience preparing HREC submissions and grant applications.
• Desirable: Experience working within a cardiac catheter laboratory environment.
• Desirable: Project management experience.
• Desirable: Industry‑sponsored clinical trial experience.
• Desirable: Experience working with professional societies and external research organisations.

Benefits

• Salary packaging & novated leasing through Maxxia.
• On‑site car (subject to availability) and bike parking – deducted pre‑tax.
• Fantastic on‑site fitness facilities at The Alfred via ProSport health and fitness.
• Childcare services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services.

Schedule

12‑month fixed‑term, full‑time position (80 hours per fortnight) – maternity leave cover.