The Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre is recognised globally as a leader in Cancer Drug Development, is the largest unit in Australia, and conducts a large number of early phase trials. With a strong focus on immuno-oncology, ADCs and molecularly targeted therapies, including first in man trials with new agents and novel combinations, along with the integration of innovative platforms such as genomics into clinical trials; this position provides an outstanding opportunity to develop experience in the development of cancer drugs/clinical trials and clinically-focused translational research. This is a highly mentored position, which is embedded into the Phase I/Early Drug Development Program, and is ideally suited to Advanced trainees who are completing or have just completed their FRACP.

Key responsibilities will involve both clinical trial work and medical oncology care.  This fellow position will have a predominant focus on caring for patients on clinical trials, whilst working with the phase 1 unit, the position will be a joint role with the colorectal tumour stream, with an additional focus on colorectal cancer trials as well as the opportunity to attend colorectal clinic. 

To provide high quality patient treatment and care, contribute to a research program and participate in education

• Attendance to selected outpatient clinics and clinics in Day Ward
• Completes all patient related documentation according to the Centre’s needs
• Participates in after-hour and weekend cover roster for medical oncology
• Liaises and communicates with the multidisciplinary treating team
• Contributes to team meetings and educational activities
• Actively and regularly participates in peer review patient related activities
• Participates in departmental research projects and audits
• Works effectively with all internal and external stakeholders
• Close liaison with specialist members of the medical oncology Unit
• Follows hospital policies and procedures

Essential qualifications

• Medical Qualifications registerable by the Medical Board of Victoria
• Completed at least two years of registrar level of training in medical oncology
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team setting
• Ability to establish and maintain good interpersonal relationships with medical staff and other disciplines
• Previous clinical trial experience an advantage

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Apply via: careers.petermac.org/