Are looking for a Disability Research Nurse to join the team! This two year (maximum term), part time (0.8FTE) role will be based at our South Brisbane campus.Mater Research is a recognised leader in medical research. Our bench to bedside philosophy sees us working across Mater Health's hospitals and health services, The University of Queensland, and the world-class Translational Research Institute (TRI).We are committed to working closely with Mater Health, Mater Education and our growing network of partners and collaborators to turn scientific discovery into the best possible treatment, care, and outcomes for patients and our broader community.Salary: $50.11 - $56.27 per hour plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900What you'll be doingThe Research Nurse is responsible for providing nurse input to projects aligned with the interests of the Mater Intellectual Disability and Autism Service.The research nurse will provide support to general practice nurses across South-East Queensland around working with patients with intellectual disability and conducting health assessments.The researcher will need to be able to work both independently and collaboratively towards meeting project goals and delivering research outputs.For more information specific to the role, please view the PD here – About youYou will be a Registered Nurse with current registration with The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). In-depth understanding and experience working in Australian general practice or primary care settings.Knowledge of providing health assessments, preferably for people with intellectual disability or mental health.Previous experience or understanding of disability or willingness to learnHigh-level of interpersonal skills necessary for negotiating and liaising effectively with a diverse range of staff, patients, and other stakeholdersProven high level organisational, problem-solving and time management skills, ability to establish priorities, with excellent attention to detailAbility to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary teamHigh level written and oral communication skillsAppropriate digital literacy skills including the use of Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, statistical analysis software, Endnote referencing tool, and NCBI Resources including PubMed Why join us? is Queensland's largest and most innovative not-for-profit healthcare service, providing care for almost 700,000 patients a year across a network of 11 hospitals.We are a leader in healthcare, education and research — and that's because we employ exceptional people. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE Via salary packaging arrangements, allocate some living expenses directly from your pre-taxable income and ultimately increase your take-home payAccess to package meal and entertainment expenses via salary packagingAccess to leading education and professional development via Mater EducationAccess to our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teamsDiscounts to local and national business/venues for Dining/Retail/Travel & Accommodation/OtherUnlimited access to a multitude of discounted fitness facilities through Fitness PassportAccess to on-site, discounted parkingDiscounted food and beverage at various campus cafés and coffee venues For further information please contact Katie Brooker, Senior Research Officer, 07 3163 1983. Applications close on Sunday 28 April 2024. Please note, we may contact applications prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.