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Nurse Researcher
Woolloongabba
Lead research. Advance nursing practice. Improve patient outcomes.
Take the lead in shaping the future of nursing practice through research, innovation and evidence-based care. Bring your advanced research expertise to Metro South Health, driving improvements in clinical practice, supporting workforce development and delivering better patient outcomes.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Part-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Nursing |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 7 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - South |
| Job ad reference | QLD/MS11696524 |
| Closing date | 22-Nov-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Amanda Henderson |
| Contact details | 07 3176 2780 Access the National Relay Service |
Your new role:
As the Nurse Researcher, you will provide advanced professional leadership in the development, coordination, implementation and evaluation of nursing research initiatives within the Nursing Practice Development Unit. You will translate contemporary research and evidence into clinical practice, lead quality improvement initiatives, mentor and educate nursing staff, and build collaborative partnerships to advance research, innovation and patient care across Metro South Health.
About you:
You are an experienced nursing professional with advanced research expertise, strong clinical leadership capabilities and a passion for translating evidence into practice to improve patient outcomes.
- Demonstrated experience leading, coordinating and evaluating nursing research projects, including research methodologies, ethics and governance processes.
- Advanced knowledge of contemporary nursing research, evidence-based practice and translating research findings into clinical improvements.
- Proven ability to mentor, educate and influence clinical teams, fostering a culture of research, learning and continuous improvement.
- Highly developed communication, collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to build partnerships and identify research opportunities.
- Current Good Clinical Research Practice (GCRP) certification, with advanced knowledge of research governance, ethics requirements and the Ethics Review Manager (ERM).
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What we can offer you:
- We offer a family-friendly work environment that supports you in making the most of Queensland's laid-back lifestyle.
- We are renowned for teaching and research excellence with strong relations with Queensland's leading tertiary institutions.
- We want to empower you to build a long-term career, with countless opportunities to learn and grow, no matter your role
- You'll have all the benefits of working for Queensland's world-class public health system including generous leave entitlements, attractive salary and remuneration packages, salary packaging and access to relevant professional development allowances and/or leave, study and research assistance, corporate discounts and employee wellness programs.
The Nursing Practice Development Unit
The Nursing Practice Development Unit (NPDU) within Metro South Health comprises three key services: Nursing Education, which leads nursing education, workforce development and clinical practice standards; Nursing Research, which supports nursing research and evidence-based practice; and Simulation Services, which delivers simulation-based education for nursing, medical and allied health staff and students.
INTEGRITY | COMPASSION | ACCOUNTABILITY | RESPECT | ENGAGEMENT | EXCELLENCE
Our values were created by employees for employees to shape our culture and inspire positive interactions in the workplace. Diversity of ideas, skills, traditions, and customs is celebrated as one of our greatest strengths. Having a workforce that reflects and understands the needs and expectations of our community is important to delivering safe, kinder, and more inclusive care.
We recognise our strength comes from the diversity of our people and so we encourage people of all genders, ethnicities, ages, abilities, languages, sexual orientation, and family responsibilities to apply.
We are better together.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Please review the Role Description for more information on application process requirements. Agency referrals will not be accepted for this position.
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