Fellow - Radiation Oncology at Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Medical Qualification Registrable in Victoria, Postgraduate Qualification in Radiation Oncology, FRANZCR, Wet-Laboratory Environment, Basic Laboratory Techniques, Higher Research Degree, Translational Research, PET Imaging, Theranostics, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Clinical Practice

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients. YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTURE Research and Clinical Fellowship 12-month fixed-term, full-time position Based at Parkville (VCCC campus) Attractive salary packaging options available Salary commensurate with experience + superannuation + 5 weeks annual leave About the role This role offers an integrated research and clinical fellowship within Radiation Oncology, with a strong focus on PET imaging, theranostics and translational research. The primary goal is to execute research that intersects between advanced radiotherapy and nuclear medicine technologies. This will be a predominantly research-based fellowship, with some supervised clinical practice in radiation oncology. Key responsibilities include: Supervised clinical practice in Radiation Oncology at fellow level Extending training towards FRANZCR (Radiation Oncology) or equivalent Participation in translational research activities, and/or wet-laboratory research Enrolment in, or continuation of, a higher research degree alongside clinical duties About you Essential requirements Medical qualification registrable in Victoria Postgraduate qualification in Radiation Oncology (FRANZCR or equivalent), recognised by RANZCR Ability to work with relative independence in a wet-laboratory environment Competence in basic laboratory techniques Enrolment in, or planned enrolment in, a higher research degree Desirable requirements Completion or submission of a doctoral thesis (e.g. PhD) Research qualification Ability to build effective relationships with external agencies Strong interpersonal skills across multidisciplinary teams Effective communication skills with patients, families, referrers and the broader community Enquiries about the role: Professor Shankar Siva Phone: +61 3 85597988 Email Shankar.Siva@petermac.org Applications Close: 27 April 2026______________________________________________________________________________________________________Position Summary The Radiation Oncology Fellow will divide their time between clinical practice in radiation oncology and defined research project(s), with 0.6 FTE allocated to clinical duties and 0.4 FTE allocated to research. In their clinical role, it is expected that successful candidate will be able to practice as radiation oncologist, with minimal supervision. It is expected that the fellow will contribute to the academic productivity of their tumour stream, including successful completion of their research project and active participation in other research, clinical and educational activities of the unit. Enterprise Agreement Doctors in Training (Victorian Public Health Sector) (AMA Victoria) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021–2024 Classification or Salary Range As per Award/EBA Immunisation Risk Category Immunisation Category AKey Relationships Internal Consultant medical staff Imaging Staff Nursing staff Radiation therapists Allied health professionals Other Peter Mac staff Patients and relatives External Referring practitioners and hospitals Education Post Graduate Qualification in Radiation Oncology (FRANZCR)Skills Essential Requirements Medical qualification registrable in Victoria Completed specialist training in radiation oncology, or be expected to complete your specialist training before commencing this position. Desirable Requirements Ability to conduct research projects Ability to establish and maintain good relationships with medical, paramedical and clerical staff Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, referring practitioners and other members in the community Certifications, Licenses & Registrations AHPRA RegistrationKey Accountabilities Key Accountabilities Demonstrated by / Key Performance Indicators 1. To undertake duties as directed by the Head of Clinical unit. Satisfactory performance of Research Project duties. 2. Attend all multi-disciplinary, departmental and other meetings relevant to the clinical and/or research components of the position. Regular attendance at the relevant regular educational activities, with attendance in the Departmental Translational research meeting being mandatory. 3. Undertake case presentations, literature searches, clinical reviews and research studies as part of the Divisional academic program. Satisfactory progress towards completion of research project. 4. Participate in relevant CME and CPD programs of the Faculty of Radiation Oncology of the RANZCR conducted within the Institute. Demonstrated participation in CME and/or CPD programs. 5. To undergo review of performance development prior to completion of Fellowship. Satisfactory review of performance development completed prior to completion of Fellowship. Key Accountabilities (Contd..) ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion. Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing. WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally. Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.

Responsibilities

The Fellow will execute research intersecting advanced radiotherapy and nuclear medicine technologies, primarily focusing on PET imaging and theranostics, while also engaging in some supervised clinical practice in Radiation Oncology at the fellow level.