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- RADIATION ONCOLOGY Clinical Research Fellow - Full Time (Fixed Term) – 2027/28
- This position is governed by the DiT EBA Agreement for Victorian Hospitals with an above award payment
- Applications are invited from suitably qualified medical practitioners for the position of Radiation Oncology Clinical Research Fellow at the Austin Health Radiation Oncology department. We are seeking interested applicants commencing on the:
- 1. 12/07/27 to 16/07/28 (12mths),
- 2. 30/08/27 to 3 September 2028 (12mths)
- 3. 30/08/27 to 3 September 2028 (12mths)
Austin Health is the major provider of tertiary health services, health professional education and research across three campuses in the north-east of Melbourne and statewide. We have a highly engaged, diverse and collaborative workforce that is unified by our goal to help people live healthy and fulfilled lives.
About the department
Austin Health Radiation Oncology is part of the Olivia Newton John Cancer Wellness Centre on the Austin Campus at Heidelberg. The Austin Heidelberg campus is a major tertiary care hospital in Melbourne, Australia. Our department provides a full range of radiation oncology services to meet the diverse needs of the cancer patients, including subspecialist expertise in gynaecology and head/neck tumour streams.
Radiation Oncology at the Austin is accredited by the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologists to provide Radiation Oncology Specialist Training Program and is part of the statewide training programme that comprises of Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, The Alfred and Geelong Hospital.
About the role
We’re interested in hearing from motivated young doctors who want to learn a particular technical skill (e.g. brachytherapy, MR guided radiotherapy) or specific tumour stream experience. You will be expected to undertake research and will be supported and mentored in the experience.
Clinical
- Direct responsibility for management of patients referred for Radiation Oncology opinion and treatment, including simulation, planning and ongoing review of all patients treatment progress.
- Participation in multidisciplinary clinics to identify suitable clients for participation in clinical research.
Teaching, Education & Research
- Develop and utilise your skills in research within our clinical and technical programs
- Participate in medical undergraduate and postgraduate education in Radiation Oncology.
- Participate in, and foster, quality improvement and research activities within the Department, Cancer Services and the Medical Centre
Quality Assurance
- Participate in the comprehensive Quality Assurance Program in Radiation Oncology for both research and clinical activities
About you
We value skilled communicators with a good work ethic who can be work in a collaborative multi-disciplinary environment in clinical and research domains.
You’ll further have:
- Applicants must be eligible for medical registration with Australia (AHPRA), and hold (or expected to have passed appropriate exams for) Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologists (Radiation Oncology) at commencement.
- This position is designed to support an interested applicant undertaking a research higher degree with a maximum tenure of two years by reapplication.
Our benefits
Working at Austin Health means enjoying a strong sense of purpose, engaging in meaningful work every day. Our people also receive a variety of rewarding benefits, including:
- Greater take-home pay through generous salary packaging, for living expenses, meals, and holiday accommodation.
- A suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you, including discounted fitness memberships and special offers on health insurance, and a comprehensive wellbeing program.
- Onsite childcare at Austin Hospital, easy access via public transport and car parking options.
- Mentoring and career development opportunities.
Work with us!
We are committed to cultural safety and health equity for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People. We celebrate, value, and include people of all backgrounds, genders, identities, cultures, bodies, and abilities. We welcome and support applications from talented people identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, people with disability, neurodiverse people, LGBTQIA+ and people of all ages and cultures.
If you feel this role is right for you, we encourage your early application. Even if you don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply. What matters most is your passion, your drive and your willingness to learn and contribute. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the closing date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad prior to the advertised closing date.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and if required, a Working With Children Check. Austin Health is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with Child Safe Standards. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, you are welcome to reach out to the hiring manager: Dr Richard Khor, Fellowships Director, Radiation Oncology on (03) 9496 9803 or e-mail: [email protected]
Interested in finding out more about this opportunity? Read the position description for further details.
Application closing date: Monday 14 September 2026
You will be required to upload the following documents with your application:
- CV
- Cover letter
- Applications are only accepted under Austin Health’s Career Website
