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Paediatric Oncology Research Fellow
South Brisbane
The position of Paediatric Oncology Research Scholarship Fellow provides an opportunity for interested Advanced Trainee or early career holder of an RACP in Paediatric Oncology to partake in dedicated research activities affiliated to the Oncology Service as well as pursue a higher degree. The Oncology Research Scholarship Fellow will be integrated into the Oncology Service with the potential to share on call and clinical duties (maximum of 1 day per week for a full-time position) with otherwise protected time to conduct research activity.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Part-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Medical |
| Classification | L10-L13 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City,Brisbane - South |
| Job ad reference | QLD/H25CHQ655138 |
| Closing date | 08-Sep-2025 |
| Job duration | 12 Months with possibility of extension |
| Contact person | Wayne Nicholls |
| Contact details | 07 3068 5110 Access the National Relay Service |
About the Team
The Oncology Services Group includes the Oncology Service, Blood and Marrow Transplant Service, Haematology Service and the Paediatric Palliative Care Service. The Oncology Service has dedicated consultant teams focusing on Leukaemia, Lymphoma and Bone Marrow Transplant; Solid Tumours and Neuro-oncology; Radiation Oncology, Palliative Care and non-malignant Haematology. Consultant medical staff are supported by junior and middle-grade medical staff, including specialist training fellows in paediatric oncology.
About the Role
- Primarily undertake research or evidence-based practice and quality improvement activities, which demonstrate an appropriate research plan that has been approved and developed in consultation with an identified supervisor or supervisors, including a Senior Medical Officer of the Oncology Service Group at Children's Health Queensland.
- And/or participate in the ZERO Childhood Cancer Research Study as a Precision Medicine Fellow
- Where agreed, deliver medical services through participation in clinical duties at Fellow level and in accordance with the policies, practices and Values of the Children's Health Queensland Hospital and Health Service.
- Assist in the professional development of junior medical staff and the training of medical, nursing and allied health students.
About Children's Health Queensland Hospital and Health Service (CHQ HHS)
Children's Health Queensland is a recognised leader in paediatric healthcare, teaching and research, delivering a full range of clinical services and training, tertiary and quaternary care and health promotion programs to children and young people from across Queensland and northern New South Wales.
Our interprofessional workforce of more than 5,000 people deliver responsive, integrated and internationally recognised person-centred care through a network of services and facilities, including the Queensland Children's Hospital, Jacaranda Place, Ellen Barron Family Centre, our Child and Youth Community Health Service, our Child and Youth Mental Health Service, and other statewide services and programs including specialist outreach and telehealth services.
Inclusion and diversity
To encourage inclusive practices in recruitment, we are committed to increasing our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workforce and building inclusive cultures that respect and promote human rights and Workforce Diversity and Inclusion. CHQ is an equal opportunity employer.
Some of the great benefits of working at CHQ HSS
If you're looking for a rewarding career, and you're excited to contribute to the development of Australia's best paediatric health service, come and join the team at CHQ and enjoy a range of benefits including:
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Competitive renumeration
- Annual pay increases
- 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Salary packaging
- Employee wellness and assistance program
- Work/life balance, variety, and flexibility
You can find out more about why it's so great to work at CHQ HHS here.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Please review the Role Description, Information Pack and Applicant Tool Kit for more information on application process requirements. Agency referrals will not be accepted for this position.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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655138 - Oncology Research Scholarship Fellow - RD (PDF, 571KB)
Role Description
CHQ_Applicant Toolkit_2025 (PDF, 862KB)
Application Kit
CHQ_Information for Applicants_2025 (PDF, 837KB)
Information Package for Applicants
