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Clinical Research Coordinator - Rural Hand Therapy
Research Unit, Clinical Governance, Corporate Services, Townsville University Hospital
Summary
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Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
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| Position type | Flexible part-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Health Service Support |
| Classification | HP4 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV677581 |
| Closing date | 22-Mar-2026 |
| Job duration | ASAP to 30.06.2026 possible 12 mnths extension |
| Contact person | Dr Gail Kingston |
| Contact details | (07) 4433 7900 Access the National Relay Service |
About the work unit / facility
Research Unit / Clinical Governance / Corporate Services / Townsville University Hospital
About your new employer
Clinical Excellence
The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise.
Career Growth and Development
We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).
Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage
A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.
Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits
Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.
Competitive salary and benefits:
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
- Salary range: $64.64 to $69.55 p.a. (Classification)
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
About your opportunity
The key objectives of the Allied Health - Clinical Research Coordinator (Rural Hand Therapy-Telehealth) position are to provide high level Occupational therapy intervention in hand therapy, gather high quality clinical research data and maintain optimum health care to participants at the standard of practice, in accordance with the National Health Medical and Research Council (NHMRC), Good Clinical Practice Guidelines (GCP) and the International Committee of Harmonisation (ICH).
Requirements:
Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration
- The successful applicant must hold a tertiary degree (or equivalent) qualification in Occupational Therapy (Health Practitioner) discipline recognised by Queensland Health; and as applicable.
- be registered/provisionally registered with the relevant national registration board, or
- be accredited with the relevant professional association, or
- be eligible for membership with the relevant professional association.
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Certificate or willingness to acquire within 1 month of commencement.
- Research interest or experience in patients with acute hand trauma.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!
Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact:
Dr Gail Kingston on (07) 4433 7900.
Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV677581
Applications close: Sunday, 22 March 2026
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Documents
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