Senior Research Nurse

• Centre for Health Services Research
• Part-time (80%), fixed-term position through until December 2026
• Base salary will be in the range $93,491 - $100, % Superannuation (HEW Level 6)
• Based at our Dutton Park Campus

About This Opportunity 

Join the Australian Centre of Excellence in Melanoma Imaging & Diagnosis (ACEMID) at the Princess Alexandra Hospital as a Melanographer. In this role, you will support world-leading skin cancer research by engaging with study participants, conducting advanced skin imaging, coordinating research clinics, and ensuring high-quality data collection and management.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Conduct participant study visits, including full skin examinations, total body and dermoscopic photography, and collection of biological samples.
• Coordinate research clinic operations, ensuring accurate data management, adherence to protocols, and quality assurance in imaging and reporting.
• Collaborate with dermatologists and research staff, reviewing lesions, supporting follow-up processes, and contributing to training and research activities.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave/paid primary care leave
• 17% superannuation contributions + 17.5% annual leave loading
• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
• Career development opportunities –access to exclusive internal-only vacancies and our Study for Staff program
• Salary packaging options

About You

• A tertiary qualification in Bachelor of Nursing
• Demonstrated research experience in a clinical setting; prior experience in skin cancer research highly regarded.
• Qualification in melanography; desirable but not essential.
• Strong problem-solving and organisational skills, with the ability to plan ahead, prioritise tasks, and work flexibly both independently and within a team.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to prepare clear, concise documentation and engage effectively with a broad range of stakeholders in a research environment.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, AHPRA registration and mandatory immunisations. 

Questions? 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Caitlin Horsham on

For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at , stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. 
 

Want to Apply? 

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:

• Resume
• A cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the 'About You' section

Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact

Other Information 

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don't meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

Applications close Wednesday November 19th 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for 4-6pm, Tuesday November 25th 2025.