About the work unit / facility
Clinical Trials Unit - Haematology / Medical Service Group / Townsville University Hospital
About your opportunity
To provide high quality clinical care to clinical trials patients of the Townsville Cancer Centre - Haematology Service within The Townsville Hospital & Health Service, supervision of junior medical staff and will include some responsibility for providing teaching to junior medical staff, medical students, nursing and allied health staff.
About your new employer
Clinical Excellence
The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.
Career Growth and Development
We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).
Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage
A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network.
Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits
Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.
Competitive salary and benefits:
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
Salary range: $133,848 to $154,749 p.a. (L4-L9)
4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
Requirements:
Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration
Appointment to this position requires proof of medical qualification and 3 to 4 years of medical officer work experience (Intern, RMO, Registrar). Registration or membership (if applicable) with the appropriate registration authority or association.
Accepted into recognised vocational college training program relevant to the speciality.
If appointee is not accepted into a recognized vocational college training program - employment will only be as a Principal House Officer and remuneration will be at PHO Level per fortnight (L4-L7).
Highly regarded: Interest / background in Clinical Trials and / or Clinical Research with knowledge of clinical trial specific requirements for patient care and associated documentation practices.
This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!
Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact:
Dr Hock Choong Lai on (07) 4433 5739.
Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV686672
Applications close: Wednesday, 29 July 2026
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Please download the Role Description from the 'Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.
