Research Nurse Level 2 - Anaesthetics
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Research Nurse Level 2 - Anaesthetics Research
- Multiple opportunities available.
- Fixed term, full and part time positions available - 1 EFT & 0.4 EFT to commence in February 2027 (please note in your application which position you wish to be considered for).
- Up to $116,511.20 base salary per annum + salary packaging + super + 5-weeks annual leave (full-time equivalent to be pro-rated for part time).
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
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 (Anaesthetics) 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.
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
- Demonstrated excellent team working skills with ability to work using own initiative
- Effective listening and interpersonal skills
- Full working rights within Australia (please note that sponsorship cannot be offered for this position)
Our benefits
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 & ADOs
- 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.
Join us!
If you feel this role is right for you we warmly invite you to apply, and encourage your early application. All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory police check and may include vaccination requirements. Should you need assistance or require any adjustments or accommodations to fully participate in the application or interview process, you are welcome to reach out to the contact person listed. We acknowledge that not all applicants will meet the full list of selection criteria outlined, and wherever possible we will consider applications where relevant experience can apply.
Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter outlining relative key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment.
For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary. Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion.
Hiring Manager: CRU Senior Manager, Adrienne See
Email: Adrienne.See@petermac.org
Applications Close: 11.59pm Sunday 29 November 2026.
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Position Summary
This position will be responsible for the conduct of clinical trials and research projects within the Department of Anaesthetics.
The Level 2 Research Nurse will coordinate and deliver direct and indirect care and associated data collection for concurrent research studies undertaken in the department, in accordance with the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) Note for Guidance on Good Clinical Practice (CPMP/ICH/135/95) and the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Research Involving Humans.
Enterprise Agreement
Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2020-2024
Classification or Salary Range
Research Nurse Level 2
Immunisation Risk Category
Immunisation Category A
Key Relationships
| Internal | • Research participants and their caregivers • Senior Medical Staff – Principal and Co-Investigators • Departmental research team, including Clinical Research Nurses, Study Coordinators, Data Managers and other research support staff • Anaesthetic staff within the Department of Anaesthetics, Perioperative Medicine and Pain Medicine • All Peter Mac Clinical Research staff • Multidisciplinary team members • Surgical staff • Clinical nurses in all relevant patient care areas - including theatres, OPD and wards. • Departments involved in clinical research including pathology, diagnostic imaging, nuclear medicine, pharmacy, BaCT). • Clinical and research laboratory staff • Health Information Services • Internal Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) & Research Governance Office (RGO) |
| External | • Sponsor representatives from collaborative groups and industry. • Research nurses, study coordinators and data managers at other hospitals • External laboratories and diagnostic imaging centres • External Medical Record Departments • External HREC and research governance offices • Professional bodies such as ANZCA, VARN & ARCS |
Skills
| Essential Requirements | • Current registration with the Nurses Board of Victoria, with a minimum of 3 years post graduate surgical and / or anaesthetic 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 • Degree level education or other relevant further education • 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 prioritize workload |
| Desirable Requirements | • Evidence of further education including post-graduate certification/diploma/continuous professional development specific to surgery/anaesthetics/oncology and/ or clinical research • Comprehensive IT skills. |
Key Accountabilities
| Key Accountabilities | Demonstrated by / Key Performance Indicators |
| 1. To effectively manage clinical research & trials •Ensure conduct of clinical research & trials is in accordance with TGA ICH GCP and the NHMRC National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Research Involving Humans. •Practice at all times within current appropriate state and federal regulations and hospital policy. •Make appropriate clinical and professional autonomous decisions as required & seek clarification where necessary. •Provide clinical & professional advice relating to the conduct of clinical research to the Investigators & 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 & 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 & procedures to ensure adherence to and delivery of, a high quality service |
•Contribute to the development of policies and procedures within the research unit & 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 |
Key Accountabilities (Contd..)
| Key Accountabilities | Demonstrated by / Key Performance Indicators |
| 2. Ensure quality data and patient safety at all times (Cont.) •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 |
•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 |
| 3. To undertake and participate in professional development and education •Participate in the teaching of nursing & medical staff and other members of the multidisciplinary team regarding clinical research and associated guidelines & 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. |
| 4. To function as an integral member of the clinical research team •Develops & participates in appropriate quality activities. •Participates in Departmental Research meetings and Research Nurse Meetings |
•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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For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion.
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.
