Ready to be at the forefront of cancer care innovation? Join Cancer Care Services as a Clinical Nurse – Clinical Trials and play a role in advancing life-changing treatments.

You’ll coordinate and deliver clinical trials alongside leading clinicians, work independently in a highly specialised space, support patients through their trial journey and contribute to research that shapes the future of cancer care. Enjoy negotiable hours, strong professional development support, travel to conferences, and a collaborative, forward-thinking team environment.

Think you have what we’re looking for? Submit your application now to be considered!

Job details

About us:

Cancer Care Services provides care for patients with cancer across the Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service, and regularly for patients living in Central West Queensland. We provide Day Therapy and Outpatient Ambulatory services during business hours, Monday to Friday (including public holidays).

Systemic anti-cancer treatments and supportive therapies are the core business of the service. Cancer Care Services operate under a hub and spoke model across Central Queensland. The model of care is based on best practice models that closely integrate Cancer Care Services with Specialist Palliative Care Services.

About the role:

Accountable for the coordination of clinical trials in consultation with the Clinical Trials Manager and  the Principal Investigator and in accordance with the “Guidelines for Good Clinical Research Practice” (ICH-GCP) and the Australian National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Research Involving Humans and the laws and regulations of the Therapeutic Goods Act as published by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA).

About you:

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a current annual practising certificate are mandatory for this position.
• Post Graduate Diploma (or working towards) in Cancer Care.
  • Clinical Trials qualifications.
  • Cancer Care clinical experience.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $131,900 is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $54.44 - $58.30 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5L672092

Applications close: Tuesday, 6 January 2026

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Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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Documents

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• RK5L672092 - Clinical Nurse - Clinical Trials (PDF)
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF)