About the work unit / facility:
The Research Unit supports research teams to deliver high-quality outcomes across Townsville HHS. The unit facilitates quality research, strengthens the profile of research and fosters multidisciplinary collaborations.
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.
Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage
A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.
Competitive salary and benefits:
Generous remuneration package value up to $42,833 p.a. comprising:
Salary range: $55.10 to $59.95 p.h. (AO5)
4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
About your opportunity:
Join the Lung Cancer Project as a Clinical Reserach Coordinator (Identified) and lead culturally safe community engagement to improve First Nations access to lung cancer screening and care. Working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and key stakeholders, you'll coordinate research, participant recruitment and data collection while contributing to cultrually safe care and improved health outcomes.
Requirements:
Applicants must identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Certificate (or willingness to aquire within one month)
This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
Probation period may apply.
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: Dr. Amy Brown on (07) 4433 5046.
Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs//QLD-TV689115
Applications close: Thursday, 13 August 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.
