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 2024 and be for one year in duration.

These positions will provide a unique opportunity for the right individuals to 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. Ample opportunity to participate in world-leading clinical research
  2. Joining a world class organisation in the provision of melanoma and complex skin cancer care, research and education
  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 Ph 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). The Institute 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 lead a large number of clinical trials of novel agents, including investigator-initiated clinical and translational studies. The Institute has become a major referral center in Australia, and the care and research conducted by the Institute is widely regarded as world-class. melanoma.org.au

 These positions will involve participation in outpatient multidisciplinary melanoma care and complex skin cancer, strong involvement in the conduct and medical oversight of medical oncology clinical trials, and the conduct of clinical research programs. Fellows have time and opportunity to participate in the academic activities of the Institute, including leading research projects for presentation at a major international conferences and publication in high-ranking journals. Opportunity for part-time postgraduate study is available, as is the potential to transfer after completion of the fellowship into a full-time PhD.

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 $125,000 p.a.

To apply for this position, please contact Kylie Scott, Head of Human Resources, Melanoma Institute Australia using the button below. A candidate application form will be forwarded onto you for completion and to submit as your formal interest in the position. Email: careers@melanoma.org.au.

Applications close Friday 30 September 2022.

Please request application form via email using the link below.

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