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Research Coordinator

Education & Training / Research & Fellowships

Posted 21/06/2026
Closes 05/07/2026

Brisbane Airport, 4008, Brisbane, Queensland

Full time

Not specified

Provide advanced research leadership to build capability and support junior doctors in delivering research and quality improvement projects.

About the role

Provide advanced research coordination and leadership within the Centre for Medical Officer Recruitment and Education (CMORE), supporting the development of research capability for Resident Medical Officers at the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital. This role focuses on establishing and delivering a structured research support service, enabling junior medical staff to undertake research and quality improvement activities that contribute to clinical practice and service outcomes.

You will work collaboratively with Research Services, clinicians, and external partners to design and deliver research education, support project development, and guide ethics and governance processes. The role involves leading the implementation and evaluation of research initiatives, fostering a research culture, and building sustainable systems that support ongoing research engagement and professional development for medical staff.

About you

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:

  • Provide leadership and coordination of research programs and support services
  • Support development, implementation, and evaluation of research and quality improvement projects
  • Provide mentorship, education, and guidance to clinicians undertaking research
  • Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders to build research capacity
  • Ensure compliance with research governance, ethics, and best practice standards

Benefits when working for us

  • Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
  • Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
  • Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
  • Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging

Metro North Health offers a dynamic and progressive environment at the forefront of healthcare, research, and education. With a strong commitment to inclusion, flexibility, and professional development, we provide meaningful opportunities in a workplace that puts people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers

Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.

Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.

APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

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