Research Nurse, Townsville, Australia

Overview
Updated: August 1, 2025
Location: Adelaide, SA, Australia
Job ID: 25100628
Illingworth Research Group provides a range of patient focused clinical services to the pharmaceutical, healthcare, biotechnology and medical device industries.
These include mobile research nursing, patient concierge, medical photography and clinical research services.
Illingworth are experts with experience across all study phases and in a diverse range of therapeutic areas.
Illingworth Research Group is a global organization operating in over 45 countries, bringing clinical research directly into the home of the patient, to improve the experience of patients involved in clinical trials and the quality of their lives.
Job Responsibilities
Support patients participating in clinical research studies by coordinating care and facilitating communication with healthcare providers
Help patients understand study protocols, schedule appointments, and address concerns related to their participation
Collaborate with research teams to monitor patient progress and collect data while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards
Serve as a resource to help patients navigate the healthcare system and access necessary services throughout their research experience
Ensure that participants remain engaged and compliant with study protocols to maintain the integrity and validity of the research
Contribute to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the research process by coordinating care and facilitating communication between patients and healthcare providers
Ensure that patient data is accurately collected and monitored to enhance the quality of the research outcomes
May be responsible for entire projects or processes within their area of responsibility, contributing to the design, implementation, and delivery of processes, programs, and policies
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Nursing or a related field
Minimum of 3 years of experience in clinical research or patient care
Strong understanding of clinical research protocols and regulatory standards
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Certifications
Registered Nurse (RN) license
Certification in Clinical Research (e.g., CCRP, CCRC) preferred
Necessary Skills
In-depth knowledge and skills within the professional discipline of clinical research and patient care
Ability to coordinate care and facilitate communication between patients and healthcare providers
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to address patient concerns and provide individualized support
Proficiency in data collection and monitoring
Understanding of the impact of work on related areas and the ability to manage processes and programs
Additional Information
Tasks, duties, and responsibilities as listed in this job description are not exhaustive.
The Company, at its sole discretion and with no prior notice, may assign other tasks, duties, and job responsibilities.
Equivalent experience, skills, and/or education will also be considered so qualifications of incumbents may differ from those listed in the Job Description.
The Company, at its sole discretion, will determine what constitutes as equivalent to the qualifications described above.
Further, nothing contained herein should be construed to create an employment contract.
Occasionally, required skills/experiences for jobs are expressed in brief terms.
Any language contained herein is intended to fully comply with all obligations imposed by the legislation of each country in which it operates, including the implementation of the EU Equality Directive, in relation to the recruitment and employment of its employees.
The Company is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, including the provision of reasonable accommodations, when appropriate, to assist employees or applicants to perform the essential functions of the job.
Summary
Roles within the Research Nurse/Patient Concierge job family at the P22 level are responsible for supporting patients participating in clinical research studies by coordinating care and facilitating communication with healthcare providers.
These roles help patients understand study protocols, schedule appointments, and address concerns related to their participation.
They collaborate with research teams to monitor patient progress and collect data while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
They serve as a resource to help patients navigate the healthcare system and access necessary services throughout their research experience.Impact and ContributionRoles within the Research Nurse/Patient Concierge job family at the P22 level play a crucial part in the success of clinical research studies.
By providing comprehensive support to patients, they ensure that participants remain engaged and compliant with study protocols, which is essential for the integrity and validity of the research.
Their efforts in coordinating care and facilitating communication between patients and healthcare providers contribute to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the research process.
Additionally, their collaboration with research teams helps to ensure that patient data is accurately collected and monitored, further enhancing the quality of the research outcomes.
These roles require in-depth knowledge and skills within the professional discipline of clinical research and patient care, as well as an understanding of the impact of their work on related areas.
Roles within the Research Nurse/Patient Concierge job family at the P22 level may be responsible for entire projects or processes within their area of responsibility, contributing to the design, implementation, and delivery of processes, programs, and policies.Core Focus
Providing individualized support to patients participating in clinical research studies
Coordinating care and facilitating communication with healthcare providers
Helping patients understand study protocols and addressing their concerns
Scheduling appointments and ensuring patients adhere to study timelines
Collaborating with research teams to monitor patient progress and collect data
Ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and maintaining the integrity of the research
Serving as a resource to help patients navigate the healthcare system and access necessary services
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