Clinical Trials Coordinator/Research Nurse
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Position Classification: Health Manger Level 1
Hours Per Week: Up to 38hrs/week
Location: Port Macquarie or Coffs Harbour Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ569217
Closing date: Sunday, 1st June 2025
The Impact You Will Have
Join a supportive and growing team working on exciting clinical trials across the Mid North Coast Local Health District. We are looking for candidates with a nursing or science background—no previous clinical trials experience is required, as full training will be provided.
We are seeking passionate motivated individuals to work onsite at either Coffs Harbour or Port Macquarie Hospital. The positions are full time however we welcome applications from those seeking part time arrangements. A degree of flexibility is provided with working hours ranging between business hours 8am-5pm.
In this dynamic role, you will be involved in all aspects of clinical trial delivery, including patient recruitment, follow-up care, and coordination of trial activities. You’ll work closely with clinicians, study sponsors, and participants to ensure high-quality, ethical, and efficient trial operations. This is a highly collaborative role requiring excellent communication, organisational skills, and a patient-focused approach. You’ll have the opportunity to build strong professional networks while contributing to meaningful clinical research.
Success and Support
We’re looking for someone who is IT-savvy, flexible, and a strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills, and a great understanding of ethics and confidentiality.
A background in nursing, science, or allied health is highly valued, full training is provided over 4–6 weeks, and we actively encourage applicants who are new to clinical trials to apply!
Essential Requirements
Must hold a qualification in one of the following: Nursing, Science, Health Science
What we can offer you
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
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For role related queries or questions contact Joan Torony on Joan.Torony@health.nsw.gov.au
Additional information
- An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
- This position is full time; however, part time/job share arrangements may also be considered.
- To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
- At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
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This is a Category B position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category B positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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