About your opportunity:
An exciting opportunity is available for a part-time neonatal nurse to increase their FTE and contribute to the development of a research project in the neonatal unit. Funded by the Townsville SERTA Capacity Building Grant, this role offers additional hours to support project delivery, with optional opportunities for formal research skill development if desired. This role would be ideal for a nurse who is keen to learn about research and innovative technologies in neonatal care.
The Clinical Nurse - Clinical Research Coordinator is an advanced clinical based role for a registered nurse to support the set-up, conduct and management of research within Townsville Hospital and Health Service. This position requires complex, problem-solving skills, expert planning, and coordination skills in the clinical management of patients with complex care needs. The Study title is Machine learning for non-invasively measuring renal perfusion and vital signs in the neonatal intensive care unit (Small kidney's big data study).
About your new employer:
Clinical Excellence
The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.
Career Growth and Development
We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).
Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits
Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.
Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.
Competitive salary and benefits:
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
Generous remuneration package value up to $48,481 p.a. (NG6-1)
Salary range: $57.48 to $61.55 p.h.
4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
Requirements:
Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration (AHPRA).
This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
Pre-employment checks will be conducted.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!
Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Trudie Harris on (07) 4433 1358.
Applications close: Tuesday, 28 July 2026.
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Please download the Role Description from the 'Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.
