Nurse - Research Support

• Research Centre for Hauora and Health
• College of Health
• Wellington

CH_RCHH_369_04/24
Professional Grade 5 56622 - 80006
College of Health
Term length: fixed-term
Hours of work: full-time

Position Overview

The Centre for Public Health Research is a research Centre in the College of Health on the Wellington campus. We conduct hauora and health research that is of scientific importance and has the potential to improve public health, reduce health inequities, and guide policy development.

As well as conducting research, the Centre has a commitment to the training of new hauora and health researchers. It also maintains liaison with policymakers in order to ensure that the findings of research can inform the policy-making process.

This is an exciting opportunity for a registered nurse to use their knowledge and skills to contribute to ground-breaking health research to join our team as a Research Nurse. You will enjoy a friendly working environment, and work both independently and as part of a close-knit, supportive team of nurses and researchers. You will be working across diverse environments which, at times, will include travel around New Zealand. Although the hours for this role are generally Monday to Friday during regular office hours, work occasionally involves early evenings and weekends as well as travel outside of Wellington with occasional overnight stays.

As a research nurse, you will be responsible for arranging and conducting clinical tests on research participants. You will assist in developing and reviewing protocols to ensure testing is carried out safely for both staff and participants, as well as maintaining the relevant equipment. You will be involved in the recruitment of participants, interviewing, and recording information onto the study databases. At times you will need to review clinical results and liaise with external health care providers where necessary.

This is a full-time (part-time would be considered), 18-month fixed-term contract with, if possible, an immediate start date.

To be successful in this role, you will: 

• Be a NZ registered nurse with a current practicing certificate;
• Minimum of level 4 resuscitation skills
• Have a minimum of two years of clinical nursing experience;
• Have a good working knowledge of MS Office and is computer literate;
• Have some flexibility with working hours and the ability to travel outside of Wellington with occasional overnight stays;
• Have a full NZ driver’s license;
• Be willing to undertake further training to acquire new skills;
• Be comfortable working independently in a wide range of settings;
• Enjoy working with children;
• Be comfortable working with individuals of all ages and backgrounds.

What you will be doing: 

• Lung function testing;
• Phlebotomy;
• Skin allergy testing;
• Recruitment;
• Completing study questionnaires.

There is a requirement to work at flexible times, occasionally involving early evenings and weekends.

The salary range for this role is a Professional Grade 5 (for 2024), ranging from $56,622 - $80,006 (NZD). Salary is based on skills and experience. 

No former research nursing experience is required, although an understanding and interest in health research would be an advantage.

Massey University is committed to being a Tiriti-led organisation. It is therefore expected that applicants will have an appreciation of the Aotearoa New Zealand context and a demonstrable understanding (or willingness to learn) of the needs and aspirations of Māori.

The role is suited to someone who would like a new challenge, has a strong interest in health, the natural environment, and research, and is a team player. This position has many opportunities, including ongoing professional development, and the chance to be an integral part of exciting and innovative research projects. Depending on the candidate’s background it may also provide an opportunity to complete a Masters or PhD degree in public health.

If you have any enquiries about the role please feel free to direct them Prof Jeroen Douwes[email protected] or Stephanie Hobbs[email protected] .

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and appointments may be made prior to the closing date.

Applications close 16th June 2024  

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