Registered Nurse - Research (Year 2 - 8)

About the role

St Vincent's Hospital Sydney is hiring a Registered Nurse (Year 2 - 8) for its Alcohol & Drug Service, working in the Drug Health Service at St Vincent's Public Hospital. This is a full-time max-term contract until December 2027, Monday to Friday (08:30 - 17:00), with a salary of $86,183.34 - $114,771.98 plus super.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate clinical trials within the Alcohol & Drug Service, supporting participants throughout their research journey.
• Deliver high-quality patient care while assessing eligibility, recruiting participants and providing trial-related education.
• Coordinate study visits, maintain enrolment tracking and ensure compliance with study protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Collect, manage and report research data accurately, respond to queries and meet project timelines.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, sponsors and external partners to deliver successful research outcomes and quality improvements.

Required profile

• Currently registered as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Professionals Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Demonstrated experience in clinical trials, combining theoretical knowledge, clinical skills, critical thinking, data analysis and research principles including Good Clinical Practice.
• Ability to work independently and across an interdisciplinary team and multiple care settings.
• Effective interpersonal skills, with strong written and verbal communication and attention to detail.
• Time management skills and ability to prioritise competing workloads in a complex environment.
• Australian or New Zealand citizenship, or an Australia visa granting the necessary work rights; visa sponsorship is not available.

What we offer

• Competitive pay and not-for-profit salary packaging.
• Study leave and Curran Foundation scholarships.
• Fitness Passport, discounted private health and cultural recognitions and celebrations.
• Smooth transfer of qualifying service and leave entitlements for staff coming from NSW Health.

Applications close on 9 November 2026; shortlisting starts immediately and the advert may close early. Apply through the employer with a resume and a brief cover letter.