Research Nurse

Role Type: 10-month parental leave cover contract

Hours: Part time – 22.8 hours per week
Salary: $96,365 - $105,325 p.a plus super (pro rata)

The opportunity:

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Research Nurse to support the delivery of innovative clinical trials in respiratory diseases including Cystic Fibrosis, Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia and Asthma. Working within a collaborative multidisciplinary research team, you will play a key role in participant care, study coordination and clinical trial delivery while contributing to research that improves patient outcomes. This role is a 10-month parental leave cover contract offered on a part time basis at 22.8 hours per week.

What you’ll do  

• Assists with patient recruitment and ensures appropriate informed consent processes are followed, including discussions regarding treatment, alternatives and possible risks


• Collects samples of blood, urine, sweat samples and perform ECGs


• Evaluates patients for safety and assures optimum health care


• Collates clinical data and maintains the database


• Liaises closely with monitors of funding pharma companies providing them with regular updates as required on clinical trials and reporting of any adverse events

What you’ll bring

• Bachelor of Nursing


• Applicable Nursing Registration – Division 1 with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)


• Appropriate level of expertise gained from a combination of experience and or training


• Knowledge and clinical experience with paediatric medicine


• Ability to prioritise tasks and demonstrate a professional demeanour in time management

Please view the position description here.

Any questions? Reach out to Prof Phil Robinson at [email protected].

What you’ll enjoy

• Access a range of salary packaging options—covering entertainment, novated leases, and more


• Work alongside a team that’s dedicated to making a real difference


• Play a key role in advancing work at Australia’s largest child health research institute


• Take advantage of generous personal leave and the option to purchase additional leave to suit your lifestyle


• Feel supported through our health and wellbeing program, which includes complimentary access to the Employee Assistance Program


• Become an active part of our community by joining internal committees and contributing to our inclusive, thriving culture

Who we are

Murdoch Children’s Research Institute envisions a transformative future for child health. Our institute is a hub of impactful scientific breakthroughs, particularly in early interventions, enhanced diagnosis, prevention, and potential cures. We thrive on collaborative, multidisciplinary problem-solving to address challenging queries in child health. Committed to inclusivity and respect, we foster a positive working environment that values diverse backgrounds and experiences. As a proud member of the Australian Network on Disability and a dedicated supporter of Science Australia Gender Equity (SAGE), we uphold principles of equal opportunity and diverse representation.

We are committed to the safety of children and young people and takes a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of child abuse, exploitation and harm. Child safety is prioritised in our decision-making at all levels of the Institute.   

Apply now!

If you believe this role is a good fit for you, please apply by submitting:

• Your resume


• A cover letter addressing the selection criteria

Ensure these documents are combined into a single PDF file.

We welcome individuals of diverse genders, ages, ethnicities, cultural backgrounds, abilities, religions, and sexual orientations in our workplace. We actively encourage talented individuals from all walks of life to apply for our job openings. Our commitment lies in fostering a workplace that is barrier-free and inclusive, aiming to attract the most skilled candidates.

For any questions related to the recruitment process, feel free to reach out to our Recruitment Team at [email protected]. Ensure that you include the position number and job title in the subject line. Please refrain from sharing your application to this email address.

Please note, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

No recruitment agencies please.

Applications close: Sunday 21 June 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight time
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