Neonatal Research Nurse
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until 12 November 2026 (with possibility of ongoing employment)
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $37.38 - $52.62 per hour
Hours Per Week: 24
Requisition ID: REQ666020
Exciting Opportunity – NICU Research Nurse | Royal North Shore Hospital
An exceptional opportunity exists to join the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) research team at Royal North Shore Hospital (RNSH). This role offers the chance to contribute to high-impact clinical research that directly shapes the care of our most vulnerable patients.
Working closely with the Neonatal Medical Research Lead, the successful candidate will play a key role in the coordination and management of clinical trials within the neonatology department. This includes supporting study implementation, ensuring protocol adherence, and contributing to the delivery of safe, high-quality research practices.
Neonatal care as we know it today has been profoundly influenced by landmark clinical trials challenging established practices, introducing safer and more effective therapies, and ultimately improving outcomes for premature and critically unwell infants. This position provides a unique opportunity to be part of that ongoing advancement.
Our unit is currently recruiting participants for several significant clinical trials, including:
- ACEDUCT – Investigating whether co-administration of paracetamol and ibuprofen improves duct-related outcomes in extremely premature infants
- SURFSUP – Comparing MIST (Minimally Invasive Surfactant Therapy) versus LMA (Laryngeal Mask Airway) for surfactant delivery in infants <37 weeks gestation
- HUMTE – Evaluating optimal humidity levels (80% vs 95%) for extremely preterm infants
The RNSH NICU has a proud history of contributing to neonatal research for over 20 years, participating in both national and international clinical trials and collaborative studies. Joining this team means becoming part of a highly respected research culture committed to innovation, excellence, and improved outcomes for newborns and their families.
NSLHD is proud of our diverse and inclusive workplaces, a place where health care professionals can thrive and feel they belong. We are committed to ensure that all our people feel respected and participate safely within a work environment without aggression, sexual harassment, discrimination, and racism.
People of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background encouraged to apply.
Candidates will need to meet the following criteria:
- Registered Nurse - Division 1 with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA
- Experience in research, managing clinical trials or data management, with good understanding of legal and ethical requirements for research as per the ICHGCP; privacy laws, regulatory and ethical issues in clinical research.
- Excellent communication, facilitation and negotiation skills with experience in using multiple forms of communication tools, including proficiency with use of computer applications such as Microsoft Excel, Word, and Access.
- Attention to detail and excellent organisational skills and flexibility to work across the study activities of the clinical trial and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated organisational and self-motivational skills.
Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
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For role related queries or questions contact Claire Blackburn on claire.blackburn@health.nsw.gov.au
This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 11). You will be required to complete the OASV Undertaking/ Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have.
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Applications Close: 8 June 2026
