Research Fellow

Join ISLHD as a Research Fellow and be part of high quality clinical lung cancer research within the Respiratory Medicine department.

$ $72.84 per hour + 11.5% super & salary packaging | Temporary Part Time, 8 hours per week | Wollongong Hospital | REQ573890 | Grade: Health Manager Level 3 | Applications close: 29 May 2025

This is a temporarily funded position until 30 August 2026 with the possibility of an extension subject to funding.

Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.

As the Research Fellow within Respiratory Medicine you will provide research, administrative and operational support to the ISLHD Division of Medicine to lead, facilitate and evaluate the outcomes of high quality clinical lung cancer research within the Respiratory Medicine department. The successful applicant will be expected to provide significant lung cancer expertise to our Respiratory clinicians, undertaking lung cancer research projects at the Director's request and have a thorough knowledge of the local implementation framework. This position will be required to use clinical and research knowledge in the development, execution and evaluation of clinical research projects. They must also ensure all research projects that are managed comply with the ISLHD Research guidelines.

For more information and to view the position classification, see the here.

A little about us.

From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That's 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.

Located on Dharawal and Yuin Country, ISLHD operate seven hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney and Canberra are close by.

Benefits of working with ISLHD.

We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:

· Allocated Days Off (ADO) – once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)

· – less tax and more take-home pay

· – lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)

· - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)

· – free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families

· Discounted health insurance is available through a number of different private health insurance providers. Talk to your provider today for more information

· Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities

Apply now

by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the selection criteria

within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:

· Applicable vaccination requirements for a role.

ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Need more information or help applying?

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For role-related queries or help applying, contact David Jeffery at

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