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Mental Health Nurse Research Lead

2 weeks ago


North Melbourne, Victoria, Australia The Royal Melbourne Hospital Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

The Royal Melbourne Hospital is one of Australia's leading public healthcare providers. Join the team. Build a career. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join The Royal Melbourne Hospital.

Mental Health Nurse - Research Lead
The Royal Melbourne Hospital

  • Part Time, Fixed Term position – 12 months
  • Lead initiatives on safety, equity, and First Nations mental health nursing
  • Collaborate across teams to translate research into improved clinical care

The Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) is a leading public hospital delivering specialist mental health services 24/7. We advance nursing through innovation, research, and strong academic partnerships. This role offers a unique chance to lead impactful research shaping future care.

The Mental Health Nurse Research Lead will coordinate nursing research projects, foster partnerships across RMH, the Collaborative Centre, and the University of Melbourne, and translate research into clinical practice, driving innovation and improving mental health outcomes.

Your New Role

  • Lead mental health nursing research priorities in partnership with the University of Melbourne and RMH Nursing Research teams
  • Drive key projects, including Safe Wards SUPER, Equally Well intervention evaluation, and reducing restrictive interventions
  • Collaborate with First Nations Mental Health Nurses on culturally informed research initiatives
  • Contribute to nursing innovation projects including I-Check implementation and the Nurse Prescribing Project
  • Advance the Mental Health Nursing Enquiry framework and support professional practice reporting
  • Build research networks across RMH, academic, and sector partners

About You

  • Extensive clinical experience in mental health nursing with advanced postgraduate qualifications (Masters or PhD preferred)
  • Strong leadership, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Demonstrated knowledge of professional, legal, and ethical requirements in clinical research
  • Organised, detail-focused, and able to manage multiple complex projects
  • Research experience or a strong interest in mental health nursing research, with publication history desirable
  • Commitment to RMH values – putting people first, leading with kindness, and achieving excellence together

Benefits of working with the Royal Melbourne Hospital Mental Health Services:

  • Lead high-profile, impactful research projects in mental health nursing
  • Collaborate with sector-leading academics and clinical leaders
  • Enjoy career growth, flexible work options, and a supportive team environment
  • Salary packaging, onsite parking, and close proximity to public transport

Click here to view the full position description

Please note:
Interviews will be scheduled upon receiving suitable applications, and this advert may close early.

The RMH stands in solidarity with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in work and care. We are proud to be a workplace that champions diversity, inclusion and equality for our staff and our community. Our goal is for our people to feel safe, included and supported so that they can be at their best every single day. We encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to our vacancies, and will consider adjustments to support such applications.