2027 Oncology Clinical Research Fellow

• Location: Footscray/Sunshine Hospital
• Employment Type: Fixed Term, Full-Time
• Salary: HM25- HM30 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About the role:

Applications are sought from Medical Oncology trainees or Medical Oncologists for the position of Clinical Research Fellow at Western Health. The position is suitable for a third year trainee or a junior consultant.

This position would be an opportunity for a trainee or an oncologist to work as part of a large clinical, research and academic team and take on the responsibility of the care of patients on clinical trials.

The applicant would be exposed to a range of research activities including phase I to large phase III national and international clinical trials. You would be expected to work in an autonomous fashion but will be fully supported by clinical research and oncology staff. You will gain experience in numerous areas of clinical research including day to day management of patients, adverse event reporting, good clinical practice, protocol development, ethics submissions.

Duties:

The role of the Clinical Research Fellow is to be part of a large clinical, research and academic team based at Sunshine Hospital Cancer Services. The Fellow will take on the responsibility of the care of patients on clinical trials and will be exposed to range of research activities including phase I to large phase III national and international clinical trials.

The Fellow will attend at least two (2) and possibly three general and subspecialty Oncology clinics with the support of 16 Oncologists of varying subspecialties. These clinics are located at both Sunshine and Footscray Hospitals. There will be opportunities for writing papers, involvement in projects and participation in national and international conferences. The fellow will work in an autonomous fashion while fully supported by clinical research and oncology staff. The fellow will participate in an approximately 1 in 6 after-hours roster covering calls from the wards in the evenings and overnight and conducting weekend ward rounds.

The candidate will gain experience in numerous areas of clinical research including day today management of patients, adverse event reporting, good clinical practice, protocol development and ethics submissions. He/She will be involved in a formal teaching program designed for Oncology trainees and Fellow’s and be given various opportunities to do clinical research projects and writing papers with research opportunities available in most tumor streams.

Key responsibilities:

• Work in an autonomous fashion while fully supported by clinical research and oncology staff
• Provide day to day clinical management of patients on clinical trials and other oncology patients
• Undertake clinical research projects and write papers with research opportunities available in most tumour streams
• Attend Unit meetings, Clinical Research meetings and Multidisciplinary meetings across both the Sunshine and Footscray campuses
• Be involved in a formal teaching program designed for Oncology trainees

About you:

• A medical qualification recognised in Victoria, Australia
• Current medical registration
• Clinical competence as required for level of position
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Commitment to professional development
• Third year Medical Oncology Trainee or Junior Consultant
• Good communication skills
• Interest in clinical trials

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About Western Health

Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs. 

With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.

We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.

We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges. We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions.

Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall.

Why join us?

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
• Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
• Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.

Learning and development opportunities

• Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
• Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
• Mentorship and career support.

Community impact and inclusion

• Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
• Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
• Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.

Organisational culture and environment

• Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
• Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.

Ready to make an impact?

If you’re passionate about providing high quality clinical care to patients, we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.

If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.

Closing date: 11:59pm on 23 April 2026.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Suzanne Kosminder via Suzanne.Kosmider@wh.org.au.

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.