Melanoma Institute Australia (MIA) has two full-time Fellowship positions for medical oncology trainees, RACP Fellows or overseas equivalents. These Fellowships will start in February 2026 and be for one year in duration.

These clinical positions will provide a unique opportunity for the right individuals to learn the skills for optimal clinical management of medical oncology patients with melanoma and complex skin cancer.  Fellows will also obtain training in clinical trials, clinical research and immunotherapy treatment for melanoma and complex skin cancer patients in a multi-disciplinary, clinical and translational research environment.

Highlights of the role include:

  1. Joining a world class organisation renowned for three pillars of activity related to melanoma and complex skin cancer – clinical care, research and education
  2. Opportunity to participate in world-leading clinical research
  3. Specialising in immuno-oncology through an unparalleled experience in treatment, clinical trials and research
  4. Becoming an integral member of a coordinated, supportive and enthusiastic clinical trials team, managing patients on Phase I, II and III clinical trials, treated with novel immune and targeted therapies
  5. Working in a dynamic environment in a recognised centre of excellence

MIA is an independent, not-for-profit research institute located in North Sydney (NSW, Australia). MIA is affiliated with the University of Sydney and collaborates with clinicians at various hospitals in Sydney. Our dynamic and high-volume multidisciplinary team sees approximately 500 new patients each year and leads a large number of clinical trials of novel agents, including investigator-initiated clinical and translational studies. MIA has become a major referral centre in Australia, and the care and research conducted by MIA is widely regarded as world-class.

These positions will involve participation in outpatient multidisciplinary melanoma and complex skin cancer care, strong involvement in the day-to-day management of patients with melanoma and complex skin cancer, as well as medical oversight of medical oncology clinical trials.  The right candidate can also participate in the conduct of clinical research projects and programs. Fellows will have the opportunity to participate in the academic activities of MIA, including leading research projects for presentation at major international conferences and publication in high-ranking journals.

Applicants need to have recent experience working in Medical Oncology (or Dermato-oncology for German/Swiss candidates) in a formal training program or have completed training. Appropriate regulatory assistance will be given to facilitate the best overall candidates. Base salary of AUD $135,000.00 p.a.

To apply for this position, please email Ann Arrabaca, MIA’s Recruitment Consultant, via the link below. A candidate application form will then be forwarded to you for completion and to submit as your formal interest in the position.

Applications will close Friday 20 September 2024.

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