Research Nurse/ Midwife - Neurosciences

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Research Nurse/ Midwife (Level 3) - Neurosciences Research 

• Opportunity for an experienced Research Nurse/Coordinator to join the Neuroscience Research Team at Monash Health 

• Part Time (0.4 EFT) position 

• Responsible for coordinating global commercial studies and international investigator trials in: Stroke, Multiple Sclerosis, Movement Disorders, Neurodegenerative Diseases and Epilepsy 

• Located at the Monash Medical Centre, Clayton  

Our Journey 

Monash Health Neurosciences Research actively leads and participates in collaborative multicentre clinical trials and observational studies. The unit coordinates research in: 

• Stroke and Ageing  

• Epilepsy  

• Movement Disorders  

• Multiple Sclerosis  

• Neurodegenerative disease 

We are looking for passionate and dedicated individuals to join our neuroscience research team working 32 hours per fortnight, based at Monash Medical Centre, Clayton.
 
A Day in the Life 

As a Research Nurse (Level 3) you will be responsible for the management and supervision of other employees and the development of strategies to meet the educational requirements of employee or participants in a trial or trials. This also includes the forward planning of resource requirements.  

You will lead research nurses in the team and provide mentorship and assist in their development. 

You will also work with, direct and liaise with multiple local and international sites, sponsors and stakeholders and alongside with enthusiastic and experienced research team and global research leaders in neurosciences.  

About You

An exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and supportive group of research nurses in neuroscience research. You will have demonstrable experience in working collaboratively with key agencies, within the scope of relevant legislation and professional guidelines and are an excellent communicator, able to work independently and contribute to a resilient team. You have experience in the development and review of standard operating protocols, liaising with external agencies, overseeing and/or participating in patient recruitment, ethics application processes and adverse event reporting (as required) in consultation with the management team. In addition to this, you will also have:

• Excellent people management including relationship building, cooperation, conflict resolution, influencing others and facilitating open discussions  

• Attention to detail skill and be able to rigorously adhere to relevant documentation standards 

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with external research organisations, sites and stakeholders 

• Experience in ethics and governance submissions 

• Demonstrate ability to work independently as well as consulting and collaborating with others to deliver outcomes  

• Be outcome focused with ability to manage multiple activities simultaneously  

What you need: 

• Registered with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia via AHPRA via AHPRA 

• Minimum of five years nursing/midwifery experience, two of which have been in a Nursing research/clinical trial environment 

• Recent experience demonstrating appropriate competencies and skills 

• Qualification of Master’s Degree or other relevant post graduate education with a research component, including a thesis, or working towards the same desirable 

• Current and satisfactory pre or ongoing employment screening, including but not limited to National Police 

• Check and employee Working with Children Check (WWC) 

• Member of a relevant health professional research group or other Nursing/Midwifery professional association 

In Return

You will receive excellent support including: regular supervision, opportunities to observe and consultations with clinical experts. You will also be part of a highly committed compassionate team as well as: 

• Be part of a service that values you and all you bring to the counsellor/advocate role. 

• Strong focus on self-care 

• Work in a team with a diverse range of experience for you to draw on 

• Receive evidence based training providing you the skills to be a competent counsellor in this specialist field 

• Be part of an expanding service with multiple projects focusing on improving service delivery and the client experience 

Monash Health is a great place to work! 

Our employees enjoy a range of benefits including: 

• salary packaging options that increase your take-home pay 

• a comprehensive Health and Wellbeing program 

• free flu vaccinations 

• private health insurance at discounted rates 

• health imaging services 

• + more  

For a confidential discussion and to explore the opportunity further, please call Berzenn Urbi, Nurse Manager - Neuroscience Research on (03) 8572 2131.

Research Nurse Level 3 Position Description can be found here

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How to Apply

Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’

Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date. 

Applications close 5th November 2024.