Sarcoma Research Fellow Medical Oncology

Summary about this job

Detail information about job Sarcoma Research Fellow Medical Oncology. Terms and conditions vacancy

The Chris O'Brien Lifehouse aims to achieve lasting change in the way we treat and prevent cancer in Australia. We are the specialist sarcoma centre for New South Wales - bringing together all the elements of cancer research, medical and radiation and surgical oncology treatment, care and support within one centre of expertise. We will offer the latest research and technology, advanced medical and complementary therapies, as well as emotional support and sanctuary all in one place. We will turn new discoveries into better cancer care for our patients.

The Position

Applications are welcome for a fellowship position in Medical Oncology commencing in February 2019, for a period of 12 months.

The purpose of the position is to provide capacity for the conduct of multi-disciplinary clinical and translational research within the Sarcoma service.

Duties will relate to patient care and research projects (clinical and/or laboratory based) with a particular emphasis on investigator-initiated multi-disciplinary research and clinical trials.

The Fellow will also be involved in teaching at various levels.

Your main duties will be to;

- See, assess, advise and determine optimal management of patients referred to the Sarcoma service as either outpatients or inpatients.
- Establish, coordinate and contribute to investigator-initiated multi-disciplinary research (medical oncology, radiation oncology, surgery) including registries, audits and biobanking.
- Participate in the screening, consenting and recruitment of patients to clinical trials, and their ongoing management on clinical trials, including necessary meetings with clinical trial sponsors.
- Attend outpatient clinic and ward rounds and provide on-call duties as determined in conjunction with the Coordinator of Training and Head of Department and carry out the prescription of investigational therapies under supervision.
- Carry out clinical research projects appropriate to the function and interest of the Service.
- Provide teaching to students, nurses and advanced trainees as required.
- Attend and present material at hospital and scientific meetings, including material related to the progress and outcomes of the fellowship and any research findings to the Fellowship donors.

Selection Criteria

It is essential to have a current Medical Practitioner, registered, or eligible for registration, with the Medical Board of Australia, either a 3rd Year advanced trainee or FRACP.

To be successful in this role you will have;

- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to accept responsibility and carry out specific tasks with minimal supervision but possess professional judgment to determine the need to seek advice from senior medical staff.
- Extensive experience in the management and use of chemotherapy in treating patients.
- Demonstrated ability and interest in undertaking basic or clinical research.
- Ability and willingness to teach at various levels, including undergraduates, post graduate oncology trainees, and nursing personnel.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuing self-development and improvement, including interest in pursuing a higher degree.

If this role sounds interesting to you, apply online today to be a part of lasting change in cancer treatment and research. Please send your application, consisting of your resume and a covering letter to [email protected]

Enquiries to: A/Prof Peter Grimison ([email protected], ph 02 8514 0151)

Application closing date: Monday 13th August