Medical Oncology Fellow - Clinical Trials Unit

at  Macquarie University Hospital

PRIMARY DETAIL

State of the art clinical trials oncology team within Macquarie University Hospital, is seeking a Medical Oncology Fellow for their 2025 clinical year.

Key Accountabilities:

• Provide clinical management and timely treatment for patients participating in MQ oncology clinical trials, ensuring trial related procedures are completed and documented.
• Assist Principal Investigators to meet the regulatory requirements of clinical trials
• Supervise and commit to accurate documentation and completion of electronic medical records to reflect clinical decisions, tests, procedures and discharge diagnoses and instructions.
• Attend and contribute to sponsor meetings about trial safety as well as feasibility of potential new trials as required.
• Attend Discipline, Program and MQ Health meetings and participate in Discipline/Program Morbidity and Mortality meetings and as required

To be considered for this position, you will demonstrate the below requirements in your CV and a 1-2 page cover letter:

• Full unconditional registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and FRACP or equivalent
• Proven commitment to education and research
• Previous experience as an investigator on oncology clinical trials (desirable).
• Highly developed interpersonal, organisational and communication skills
• Knowledge of and commitment to continuous improvement, evidence based practice and promoting a culture of safety, quality, innovation and best practice in clinical practice, teaching and research

• Work with a state-of-the-art clinical trials oncology team on the Macquarie University campus
• Full time or Part time (1-4 days availability), for 1-year fixed term contract.
• Play a key role in the development of new medicines in oncology
• Competitive base salary
• Be part of a university owned innovative academically integrated healthcare organisation where professional development, ongoing education and career progression are supported and encouraged.
  The Role:
  As a Medical Oncology Fellow you will be a key member of a busy and large academic Medical Oncology unit based at the North Ryde campus of Macquarie University. You will provide high quality medical care and services to patients across tumour streams on our phase I to III oncology trials.
  You will work closely with a multi-functional team of doctors, research nurses and clinical trial coordinators as well as external stakeholders.

Key Accountabilities:

• Provide clinical management and timely treatment for patients participating in MQ oncology clinical trials, ensuring trial related procedures are completed and documented.
• Assist Principal Investigators to meet the regulatory requirements of clinical trials
• Supervise and commit to accurate documentation and completion of electronic medical records to reflect clinical decisions, tests, procedures and discharge diagnoses and instructions.
• Attend and contribute to sponsor meetings about trial safety as well as feasibility of potential new trials as required.
• Attend Discipline, Program and MQ Health meetings and participate in Discipline/Program Morbidity and Mortality meetings and as required.

About you:
You will be a qualified Medical Oncologist with FRACP or equivalent, passionate about clinical trials. You will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team and a proven commitment to education and research. You will enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and have excellent time management skills.
About Us:
MQ Health is the Macquarie University Health Sciences Centre, an innovative patient-focused health system. It combines Macquarie University Hospital, the MQ Health Clinics and the Macquarie University Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences to deliver integrated clinical care, research and learning. MQ Health’s integrated approach is designed to deliver holistic patient care and treatment informed directly by the latest research and continuous learning for improved patient outcomes, enhanced student experiences and impactful health and medical research. Our approach to treatment is based on combining the best available knowledge, expertise and technology to ensure our patients receive a comprehensive and integrated service, as well as the utmost compassion, support and care.
The Macquarie University
Clinical Trials Unit
provides patients with a wide range of diseases with opportunities to access to cutting-edge therapies and investigations. About a third of our portfolio is Phase I oncology trials. The team is well resourced and supported and has a highly collaborative team culture.
Set in the expansive grounds of Macquarie University, amid one of the fastest growing areas of Sydney and conveniently placed within walking distance of the new Macquarie University Metro Line, this 152-bed hospital combines state-of-the-art facilities with world’s best clinical practice.

We offer fabulous Employee Benefits including:

• Flexible working conditions
• Post graduate study support through scholarship programs
• Competitive remuneration package
• Salary packaging for everyday expenses (Maxxia)
• Comfortable and sophisticated working condition
• Extensive campus-based Sports & Fitness facilities

To Apply

To be considered for this position, you will demonstrate the below requirements in your CV and a 1-2 page cover letter:

• Full unconditional registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and FRACP or equivalent
• Proven commitment to education and research
• Previous experience as an investigator on oncology clinical trials (desirable).
• Highly developed interpersonal, organisational and communication skills
• Knowledge of and commitment to continuous improvement, evidence based practice and promoting a culture of safety, quality, innovation and best practice in clinical practice, teaching and research.

Role Specific Conditions

• AHPRA General Medical Registration
• AHPRA Specialist Medical Registration
• Working with Children’s Check Clearance for NSW
• National Criminal Record Check
• Immunisation clearance adherance

Specific Enquiries: Please contact Dr Dhanusha Sabanathan on
dhanusha.sabanathan@mqhealth.org.au
.
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Applications Close:
03/07/2024 11:59 PM
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