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Oncology Clinical Trials Fellow


Company : St Vincent's Health Australia


Location : Melbourne, Victoria


Created : 2025-05-07


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Oncology Clinical Trials Fellow page is loadedOncology Clinical Trials FellowApply locations VIC - Melbourne, CBD & Inner Suburbs time type Part time posted on Posted Today time left to apply End Date: May 28, 2025 (28 days left to apply) job requisition id JR141614Job Description:Participate as an Oncology representative on the Human Research Ethics committee12 month fixed term position at 0.8EFT commencing 2 February 2026Current GCP certificateAbout the CompanySt Vincents Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is part of St Vincents Health Australia and a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service, which employs more than 6,500 staff across 18 sites throughout Melbourne. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services including acute medical and surgical services, sub-acute care, medical diagnostics, rehabilitation, allied health, mental health, palliative care, correctional health and community residential care. SVHM is one of Australia''s leading Catholic not-for-profit healthcare providers.About the DepartmentThe Department of Oncology at SVHM provides a comprehensive service to in-patients, day patients, outpatients and satellite clinics. The Department has an active clinical research program and employs several clinical trials co-ordinators, data managers and MD and PhD students. The Oncology Clinical Trials Unit conducts national and International clinical trials across a breadth of tumour streams. The Department is strongly affiliated with the University of Melbourne in its research and teaching activities. SVHM is an alliance member of the VCCC and has good working relationships with external cancer and government agencies.About the RoleAs the Clinical Research Fellow, you will be part of a clinical, research and academic team within the Oncology Department. You will be responsible for the care of patients on clinical trials and will be exposed to a range of research activities related to early phase and phase III national and international clinical trials, as well as in-house investigator initiated projects.Classifications for this position will range from HM27 - HM30 ($141,611.60 - $177,622.12 pro rata per annum) + salary sacrifice and excluding superDutiesProvide direct medical care to assigned clinical trial patients under the supervision and guidance of a Senior Staff SpecialistAssist in identifying patients that are potentially eligible for clinical trialsAssist in consenting and coordination of tissue for studies involving molecular screeningUndertake clinical trial procedural work including oversight of ethics submissions, tumour measurements and serious adverse event reportingParticipation in site qualification meetings, site initiation visits as well as safety review committee meetings for early phase studies (with supervision/guidance from senior staff specialist)Take part in audits, clinical research and quality management initiatives within Cancer ServicesParticipate in regular research meetings with clinical trials personnelParticipate in education of medical and nursing staffParticipate as an Oncology representative on the Human Research Ethics committeeAssist in general Oncology clinics intermittently as neededQualifications, Skills and ExperienceRegistration as a medical practitioner without conditions, with APHRAMust have FRACP in Medical Oncology or completed at least 2 years of advanced training in medical oncologyClinical skills and abilities are expected, consistent with the level of training in oncology according to the years of experience in the specialtyGood communication skills at a primary patient care and inter-professional level.Strong interest in patient care, research and clinical trialsCurrent GCP certificateWhat We Can Offer YouSalary Packaging Increase your take home pay!Culture of Continuous ImprovementA healthy work/life balance encouragedAbility to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilitiesLocated in Fitzroy with CBD and Gertrude St at our doorstepAvailable Trams for our Fitzroy Campus 11, 12, 109, 86, 96Fitzroy Main building only 500m from Parliament StationSVHM Cultural Diversity programs, offering staff support and educationTalk to me application - facilitate better conversations with patients and residents of culturally and linguistically diverse backgroundsConfidential, solutions-focused employee counsellingWorking at St VincentsSt Vincents Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides an extensive range of adult clinical services across our Fitzroy, Kew and Truganina sites.We warmly encourage applications from talented people of all backgrounds, including those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, LGBTQIA+, and people of all ages, cultures, and identities. Our mission is to create an environment that reflects and supports the rich diversity of the community we serve.Together, we celebrate our values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence, making SVHM a unique, safe and welcoming place to work.Pre-employment checksYour employment is conditional upon the completion of all role-required pre-employment checks, including relevant immunisations.How to ApplyTo apply, click the ''Apply'' button. You will be prompted to create a Workday candidate profile and upload your current resume and cover letter.Please let us know if you have any accessibility requirements and we will be able to adapt to these for you.We encourage you to apply early, as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be found.*Respectfully no agencies*Closing Date:27 May 2025 11:59pmReconciliation Action Plan:At St Vincent''s we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.For further information, visit ://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.auView Reconciliation Action PlanCode of Conduct:View Code of Conduct #J-18808-Ljbffr