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Sleep Medicine Clinical Fellow - Advanced Trainee


Company : Woolcock Institute of Medical Research


Location : Sydney, New South Wales


Created : 2025-07-08


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Sleep Medicine Clinical Fellow - Advanced TraineeAdd expected salary to your profile for insightsThe Woolcock Institute of Medical Research is seeking a Clinical Fellow (Advanced Trainee) for a full-time, fixed-term 12-month Sleep Medicine training position commencing February 2026. This position will work across two key sections of the Institute.The Woolcock Clinic a world-leading, multidisciplinary clinic specialising in the treatment of all sleep and breathing disorders. Here, the role will contribute to the provision of sleep medicine clinical services with active involvement in the Clinics specialised clinics including: Hypersomnolence and Narcolepsy Clinic, Insomnia Clinic, CPAP Clinic, General Sleep Clinic, Weight-loss Clinic, as well as its diagnostic services including in-lab polysomnography, CPAP titration and review studies, multiple sleep latency testing and maintenance of wakefulness testing.Sleep and Circadian Research Group a large, multidisciplinary research group working to forge new ground in the understanding of the biology of sleep and the prevention and treatment of sleep disorders. The group has a broad and extensive research program in which the role will actively participate across multiple projects. This may include participant screenings for research studies, conducting participant visits and undertaking their own small research project in an area of interest.In addition, the role will undertake clinical and research activities at affiliated locations such as RPA Hospital.This position is suited to Trainees wishing to complete their Advanced Training in Sleep Medicine or those who have already attained their FRACP in another discipline who are seeking Sleep Medicine Training/accreditation (e.g. Neurologists).You will have the opportunity to work for the leading respiratory and sleep research organisation in Australia.Salary packaging options (up to $15,900 tax-free)Meals and entertainment allowance of up to $2,650!Access to generous financial support to attend domestic conferences and other professional learning opportunities/resources.Easily accessible by public transportEligible to be enrolled in Advanced Training through the Royal Australasian College of PhysiciansClinical knowledge and experience with common sleep disorders including sleep disordered breathing, disorders of daytime somnolence, insomnia, parasomnias, disorders of chronobiology and psychiatric, cardiorespiratory and neurological disorders affecting sleepHands-on practical skills in management of above disorders including continuous positive airway pressure use, non-invasive ventilation, basic behavioural therapy for insomnias and disorders of chronobiology and stimulant useBasic practical knowledge of instrumentation, recording, scoring techniques and interpretation for polysomnographic studies including overnight PSG, CPAP pressures determination studies, bi-level (titration), multiple sleep latency and maintenance of wakefulness testing.Basic knowledge of clinical research processes and procedures.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.Willingness to travel between locations (e.g. Woolcock Institute and RPA-Hospital)Current Working With Children CheckLocationThe role will be primarily based at the Institutes current site in Macquarie Park. Clinical and research activities at affiliated locations such as RPA Hospital will take place.Our Vision: Improved quality of life for individuals and families affected by sleep, breathing and lung disorders.Our Aspiration: to maintain our world-leading research impact by translating sleep, respiratory and lung cancer research into better clinical outcomes globally.Our Values: Respect, Excellence, Partnership, Support and OpportunityHow to ApplyIf you would like to apply for this position, please submit your CV and Cover Letter (must respond to the selection criteria above and summarise your personal interest in Sleep Medicine) via Seek or via email to [emailprotected] .Questions about the role can be directed toEmma Funnellat the above email address. Applications close 5pm, Wednesday, 9 July 2025.Working RightsApplicants must have valid working rights in Australia.Unlock job insightsSalary match Number of applicants Skills matchYour application will include the following questions:Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?The Woolcock Institute of Medical Research & the Woolcock Clinic has over 200 medical researchers and doctors working to uncover the causes of diseases, find better treatments and provide the best treatment for patients with respiratory disease and sleep disorders.With a world-class network of specialised researchers and clinicians, our approach is holistic, spanning basic science into the mechanics of disease to the development of high-tech apps and inhalers for the front line.We are determined that our work creates a better life for people living with lung conditions and sleep disorders. Our dedication to improving wellbeing is at the very heart of what we do.Source: companys website.The Woolcock Institute of Medical Research & the Woolcock Clinic has over 200 medical researchers and doctors working to uncover the causes of diseases, find better treatments and provide the best treatment for patients with respiratory disease and sleep disorders.With a world-class network of specialised researchers and clinicians, our approach is holistic, spanning basic science into the mechanics of disease to the development of high-tech apps and inhalers for the front line.We are determined that our work creates a better life for people living with lung conditions and sleep disorders. Our dedication to improving wellbeing is at the very heart of what we do.To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory.Researching careers? 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