Clinical Research Nurse (Mental Health) – Thompson Institute, Birtinya
Opportunity
You'll play a senior, hands‐on role in coordinating and delivering impactful mental health research within the National PTSD Research Centre. Working alongside multidisciplinary research teams, clinicians, and investigators, you will help drive high‐quality clinical studies that prioritise participant safety, data integrity, and trauma‐informed care. This is a unique opportunity to combine advanced nursing expertise with clinical research leadership in a purpose‐driven environment dedicated to improving outcomes for people living with trauma‐related mental health conditions.
Roles and Responsibilities
* Contribute towards the Thompson Institute's vision of being a centre for excellence in PTSD research integrating mental health and neurological research to prevent and/or successfully treat trauma related mental health conditions.
* Take a leadership role in the clinical coordination and administration of mental health and neuro‐science research by providing nursing and clinical research expertise as part of the research team conducting clinical trials at the PTSD Clinic in the National PTSD Research Centre.
* Provide information, support and encouragement to study participants and assist in undertaking physical and psychological assessments for a range of research projects.
About you
You are a registered nurse with strong mental health experience and a genuine commitment to trauma‐informed care. You bring confidence, empathy, and clinical judgement to complex research environments, and you are comfortable balancing participant care with rigorous research protocols.
You enjoy working collaboratively across disciplines, take pride in high‐quality documentation and compliance, and are motivated by research that delivers real‐world impact. Your calm, organised approach helps studies run smoothly and ensures participants feel supported throughout their research journey.
Required qualifications and experience
* Completion of a degree in nursing and current unrestricted nursing registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) combined with experience in working in a mental health setting.
* The ability to manage clients in an outpatient setting, exercise sound judgement, and make appropriate referrals in consultation with medical staff as required.
* Well‐developed organisational and troubleshooting skills as well as the demonstrated ability to prioritise conflicting demands and meet deadlines.
* High quality written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate professional interaction with a broad range of people.
* High level computing skills including experience with databases, clinical trial electronic data entry, word processing and spreadsheets.
* Knowledge of ICH Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and applicable regulations and a sound understanding of privacy principals governing health information.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
* Previous experience as a clinical trial coordinator and/or mental health nurse will be highly regarded.
Benefits
* Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
* Modern teaching & research facilities.
* Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
* We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
* Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
* Salary packing options + 17% Super.
* EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.
Equal opportunity statement
UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact or call +61 7 5430 2830.
Contact
Ms Trish Wilson
Manager, Clinical Programs – Thompson Institute
Telephone: 07 5456 3893
Email:
Application deadline
Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 7 June 2026.
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