Clinical Trial Fellow

Waratah, NSW, Australia, 2298

Fixed Term

**Closing on**: Jun 25 2023

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511757 Early Phase Clinical Trial Fellow

Department of Medical Oncology

Calvary Mater Newcastle

Temporary Full-Time (7 months)

July 2023-Jan 2024

Onsite Parking.

Make a difference at one of Australia’s leading health care providers.

Generous salary packaging benefits, ongoing professional development and supportive team environment.

**Remuneration**: $75.89 per hour.

About the Role

As the Early Phase Medical Oncology Clinical Trial Fellow at the Calvary Mater Newcastle, you will be joining one of the busiest clinical trial units in New South Wales. The unit currently has more than 50 actively recruiting clinical trials spanning Phase I to III trials in numerous tumour streams, including breast, GI, GU, H&N, lung, CNS, skin and melanoma. The role will primarily support the early phase clinical trial activities of the Medical Oncology Department through close interaction with treating staff specialists, clinical trial coordinators, sponsor representatives, and nursing. The unit prides itself on the provision of exemplary clinical research by a collaborative team and has been involved in practice changing studies.

Additional opportunities for the professional development of fellows include undertaking clinical research projects, preparation of publications, and participation in local and regional cancer research committees. There are also local opportunities for post graduate studies, including PhD and Master of Clinical Epidemiology through the Hunter Medical Research Institute and University of Newcastle. Fellows who have received RACP Fellowship may participate in the provision of independent general Medical Oncology services under the supervision of a clinical mentor as part of transitioning to unsupervised consultant practice.

**Key Responsibilities**:
Participate in innovative research, clinical trials and training programs.

Lead and execute investigator led research projects.

Establish, manage and maintain key internal and external stakeholder relationships.

Provide supervision and training to medical staff and nursing staff.

Operate in a multidisciplinary environment.

**What you bring**:
A primary medical degree registerable with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

Eligibility for Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) and/or equivalent specialist recognition within the next 12 months.

Clinical inpatient and outpatient experience in Medical Oncology.

Analytical and problem-solving skills with sound time-management skills and good attention to detail.

Why work with us?

At Calvary, our staff matter.

Join our team, learn with purpose and drive positive impact in one of Australia’s largest healthcare providers across Public and Private Hospitals, Residential Aged Care and Home Care.

With over 130 years’ experience and 18,000 staff and volunteers, we offer an inclusive and welcoming culture where you are valued, drawing on your own strengths, identity and background alongside a team of professionals who care for our patients, residents and clients.

**Your benefits**:
NFP salary packaging benefits, discounted health insurance and gym memberships

Paid parental leave

Training, development pathways and career opportunities

Flexible hours that make sense for you

Newcastle is located 2 hours drive north of Sydney, with an international airport servicing the rest of the country 20minutes outside the city centre. Newcastle offers the best of regional lifestyle with eye wateringly beautiful beaches on the doorstep and an easy drive to the renowned Hunter Valley vineyards, as well as the convenience of Metropolitan life being the largest non-capital city in Australia.

**Please note the following**:
Only Applicants who have provided written responses demonstrating ability to meet the selection criteria will be considered.

You will be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role including COVID-19, influenza, tuberculosis screening, hepatitis, diphtheria, tetanus, and varicella.