Research Nurse - Clinical Trials Unit

Location: Wellington Regional Hospital and Hutt Hospital

Contract: Fixed Term (2 Years) - Full-Time 1.0 FTE 

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we’re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence. 

About the Role 

Are you an enthusiastic and motivated nurse looking to develop your career in clinical research? We are seeking a Research Nurse to join our Clinical Trials Unit, supporting a diverse portfolio of clinical trials across Wellington and Hutt Hospitals.

In this varied and rewarding role, you will help coordinate clinical trials across the full study lifecycle — from start-up and participant recruitment through to study delivery, follow-up and close-out. Working alongside investigators, research teams, participants and industry sponsors, you will play an important role in delivering high-quality research and ensuring excellent participant care. This is a great opportunity to build your clinical research expertise, work with innovative treatments and studies, and contribute to research that can improve patient care and health outcomes.

About the Team/Service/Location 

Our team operates across Wellington Regional Hospital and Hutt Hospital, supporting the delivery and oversight of a diverse range of research and clinical trials. You will join a collaborative and experienced team of research nurses, coordinators, investigators and research professionals, working together to deliver high-quality research and excellent care for participants.

We are committed to improving health outcomes for our communities and ensuring research is accessible, inclusive and responsive to the populations we serve. Equity is central to our work, with a strong focus on improving outcomes for Māori, Pacific peoples and people with disabilities. This is an opportunity to be part of a supportive team that values quality, collaboration and meaningful research that makes a difference.

About you 

We are looking for a motivated Registered Nurse with strong clinical skills and an interest in clinical research. You will be organised, adaptable and comfortable working both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary research team.

• New Zealand Registered Nurse with a current Annual Practising Certificate and relevant clinical nursing experience.
• Advanced clinical assessment skills with the ability to provide safe, participant-centred and culturally responsive care.
• Excellent communication, organisation and time-management skills, with strong attention to detail and accurate documentation.
• Strong computer literacy, including proficiency in databases and electronic data management systems. 
• Ability to work collaboratively with participants, investigators, clinical teams and research colleagues.
• Previous clinical research experience and/or Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training is desirable; however, training and support will be provided.

Working at Health New Zealand 

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is ‘the weaving of wellness’. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. 

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and welcome application from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disability. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community. 

How to Apply 

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Deb.Brodie@tewhatuora.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advertisement.

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