Research Nurse Coordinator: Neuroscience
Why Join RMH?
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Part-time, Fixed term until July 2027
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Provide patient care, education, and staff support while promoting safety, quality, and compliance within the neuroscience research unit.
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Coordinate and manage sponsored and investigator‑initiated studies, ensuring efficient recruitment, screening, and collaboration with clinicians and research teams.
About the Role
RMH neuropsychiatry research team is seeking a Research Nurse Coordinator works collaboratively within a multidisciplinary Neuropsychiatry team supporting clinicians investigators, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver protocol‑based clinical research, in line with GCP (Good clinical practice )and Melbourne Health policies reporting to Principal Investigators while coordinating patient care, trial activities, and stakeholder communication..
Key Accountabilities
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Coordinate clinical trials, including protocol‑based patient screening, eligibility assessment, and communication with treating clinicians and investigators.
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Provide direct patient care and education, supporting patients, families, and ward staff throughout the research process.
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Conduct operational reviews of proposed studies and collaborate with the Ethics Coordinator on HREC/RGO submissions.
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Work alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team of neurologists, psychiatrists, nurses, and scientists to deliver high‑quality research.
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Ensure all research activities align with GCP and Melbourne Health policies while supporting Principal Investigators and trial operations.
About You
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Registration as a Registered Nurse under the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation National Law Act (2009) with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
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Commitment to live in the Melbourne Way - putting people first, leading with kindness and achieving excellence together.
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A good understanding of the research process (new project submissions and amendments,
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Serious Adverse Event (SAE) reporting, essential documentation.
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Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills.
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Advanced assessment skills and the demonstrated ability to collaborate with the multi-disciplinary team.
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Proficient in Microsoft programs: word, excel, access, email, outlook.
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Experience in reviewing and developing policies and procedures.
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Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to be innovative, resourceful, and adapt to change.
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Commit to obtaining and maintaining required certifications, including GCP and IATA, in accordance with Good Clinical Practice requirements.
Desirable
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A good knowledge of neuroscience with postgraduate qualifications in neuroscience Nursing
Benefits of Working at RMH
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Competitive salary and conditions
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Access to learning, development, and career pathways
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Flexible work options (where applicable)
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Wellbeing programs and employee benefits
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The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in public healthcare
Our Commitment
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we work and are committed to a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards.
As a leader in healthcare, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.
Interested?
Click Apply to review the full job description and to submit your application, please include a cover letter and resume.
Interviews may commence as applications are received. Early applications are encouraged as the role may close once filled.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and satisfactory Working With Children Check.
The RMH is committed to creating a culturally safe environment as a collective responsibility. We draw on our principles of self-determination, equity, accountability, and shared learning to create a culturally responsive health system that challenges how we strive for continuous quality improvement to meet the expectations of the communities and patients we serve.
RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards.
As a leader in healthcare, we recognise the need to foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply, and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.
