Clinical Laryngology Fellow at GDG on Campus | University of Sydney

Camperdown, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Dec, 25

Salary

79784.0

Posted On

16 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Yes

Skills

Clinical Evaluation, Voice Assessment, Surgical Proficiency, Research, Teaching, Laryngology, Patient Management, Multidisciplinary Clinics, Data Analysis, Ethics Management, Publications, Office-Based Procedures, Advanced Laryngeal Stroboscopy, Voice Rehabilitation, Swallowing Disorders, Airway Disorders

Industry

technology;Information and Internet

Description

Full-time, fixed term February 2027 until 2028 Be a part of an Internationally renowned Sydney Laryngology Fellowship Base Salary starting from $79,784 + 17% superannuation About the opportunity The University is seeking an Academic Research Fellow to participate in The Sydney Laryngology Fellowship. The fellowship is led by Associate Professor Daniel Novakovic, who is the surgical director of the Dr Liang Voice Program at University of Sydney. A/Prof Novakovic holds an FRACS in Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery and has International subspecialty training in Laryngology. The Sydney International Laryngology Fellowship is a one-year program designed to prepare existing ENT surgeons for a future subspecialty career in the fields of Laryngology and laryngeal surgery. The program involves attachments with several laryngologists across a variety of clinical locations. Clinical activities cover the breadth of laryngology with a focus on voice, swallowing and airway disorders as well as care of the professional voice. The fellow will be integral to the University of Sydney Voice Assessment Clinic. The fellow will also be involved in and assist with other regular multidisciplinary clinics including a dedicated oncology voice and swallow rehabilitation clinic and a chronic refractory cough clinic. The fellowship aims to provide comprehensive post-graduate training to prepare participants for a career in clinical and academic laryngology. The participant will gain exposure to a high volume and wide breadth of clinical and operative cases focusing on laryngology, laryngeal surgery, and care of the professional voice. The fellowship also promotes clinical and basic science research in the fields of laryngology, laryngeal surgery and care of the professional voice. This training program is uniquely tailored to the needs of the trainee. Education will take place in the form of directly supervised on the job clinical training as well as regular educational activities. The program will foster development of detailed clinical assessment skills including advanced laryngeal stroboscopy. There is a strong focus on office-based interventions including injection laryngoplasty, laryngeal EMG, laryngeal botulinum toxin injections and office based angiolytic laser treatments. The fellow will actively participate in operative cases in a graduated fashion based upon their demonstrated level of surgical proficiency Eligibility The Fellowship is available to qualified trainees in the specialty of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, locally and internationally. Candidates should have completed specialist training in Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery and demonstrate a willingness to establish or join a specialty laryngology service upon completion of training. Candidates must be eligible for medical registration in Australia including demonstrated proficiency in the English language at an IELTS or equivalent level. Your key responsibilities will be to: Clinical Participate in clinical evaluation of patients including history taking, perceptual voice evaluation, examination including laryngovideostroboscopy and implementation of a management plan participate in grand rounds, radiology meetings, journal review meetings and registrar’s tutorials actively participate in operative surgical cases in a graduated fashion based upon your demonstrated level of surgical proficiency actively participate in office-based laryngological procedures in a graduated fashion attend and participate in regular M&M meetings. The Dr Liang Voice Program has a primary focus on research and education Partake teaching activities at an undergraduate, postgraduate and community level including presentations and local, national and / or international meetings and teaching of students and trainees Participate in clinical +/- basic science research with the support of the program and the University of Sydney Voice research laboratory attend specialty-specific educational activities and meetings as directed by the supervising surgeon/s be actively involved in research including planning and management of projects, development and maintenance of ethics applications and databases, analysis of data and preparation and publication of journal articles and manuscripts. About you: Have an MBBS or M.D qualification (or internationally recognised equivalent) excellent English language skills and evidence of competency in the English language (See below) qualified fellow in the specialty of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery with evidence of the award of principal specialist qualification have evidence of all education and all documentation to start RACS & AHPRA Australian application process demonstrated understanding of the subject-matter within the discipline of Laryngology evidenced experience in conducting and publishing original research and engaging in scholarly activity experience in teaching and learning, as evidenced by participation in team teaching and teaching in a variety of settings. To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus. Sponsorship / work rights for Australia Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the reasons for the position. Pre-employment checks Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment. EEO statement At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. How to apply Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. Please attach the following information to your application- Cover letter outlining why you wish to be considered for the DLVP Laryngology Fellowship Please include your aims - how you feel you would benefit by undertaking the Fellowship program, are there any specific skills you wish to develop? Do you have any specialist skills you would bring to the program? Curriculum Vitae – Detailed curriculum vitae, outlining training qualifications and any post graduate training undertaken Referee Reports - Provide details for two current referees who may be contacted Qualifications - Provide copies of undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications in English For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Rachel Yazigi, Recruitment Operations by email to rachel.yazigi@sydney.edu.au. © The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Click to view the Position Description for this role. Applications Close Sunday 19 October 2025 11:59 PM Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it! So once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel suit you best and keep track of both your progress in the selection process, and new postings that might interest you! The University values are excellence, trust and accountability. The University of Sydney is committed to diversity and social inclusion. Applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; equity target groups including women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. The University of Sydney may conduct routine pre-employment checks before an appointment is made. 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Responsibilities

The fellow will participate in clinical evaluations, assist in surgical cases, and engage in teaching and research activities. They will also be involved in various multidisciplinary clinics focusing on voice and swallowing rehabilitation.