Post-Graduate Fellow – 0.84 FTE Temporary until 6 February 2028

Illawarra Cancer Care Centre  | REQ598991 Tuesday 16 September 2025Tuesday 16 September 2025

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

As the Haematology Trials Fellow, you will develop expertise in the diagnosis and management of haematological disorders, which will include exposure to clinical research and clinical trials. You will work collaboratively with patients, scientific staff, and other health professionals from other public and private health services to achieve high quality service provision to patients. You will be responsible for understanding, reviewing, and implementing treatment protocols, quality monitoring requirements including clinical audit and critical reviews. You will be responsible for providing both routine and urgent medical assessment and clinical care to Haematology patients being screened and participating in clinical trials as a certified investigator within the Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District. Depending on appropriate accreditation duties will include screening and provision of care to clinical trials patients in Wollongong Private Hospital.

Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District's vision incorporates NSW Health Core Values and a commitment to equity, health, improvement, timeliness and efficiency, recognising that evidence-based service delivery requires highly skilled and valued staff supported by research, education and state-of-the-art technologies.

For more information and to view the position classification, see the  Position Description 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. ISLHD operate eight 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 is close by.

Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the targeted questions / selection criteria within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:

·       Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role.

·       Working With Children Check (WWCC)

·       Current AHPRA Registration

·       Valid NSW Drivers Licence

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 Child Safe Standards. 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.

Enquiries about this position from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. Candidates interested in this position must make their own enquiries and submit their own application.

An eligibility list may be created for future Temporary/Permanent Full-Time and Part-Time positions.

Receipt of Fellowship within 6 months will be considered.

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Selection Criteria

1. MBBS or equivalent, currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia in an appropriate registration category and completed training with FRACP/FRCPA or FRACP only or international equivalent for Haematology.
2. A passion for and commitment to collaboration in the clinical researcher endeavour.
3. Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team in the planning, delivery and coordination of patient care.
4. Demonstrated high level communication skills, including the ability to convey, and adapt verbal and written information to a clinical and non-clinical audience.
5. Demonstrated good organisational and time management skills and ability to manage competing priorities in a complex environment.
6. Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement, patient safety and risk management.
7. Demonstrated high level independence clinical skills and judgement, with the ability to make sound decisions and problem solve with an awareness of limitations and ability to learn independently and modify behaviour accordingly.
8. Previous experience in and willingness to deliver undergraduate and postgraduate medical education and training.

Applications close: Tuesday 16 September 2025