Haematology Clinical Research Fellow (Lymphoma, Myeloma, Leukaemia/MDS)

Multiple positions available from February 2024 (negotiable start dates)
Initial appointment for 12 months, with extensions enouraged subject to satisfactory performance

Essential criteria

• completed (or in the final/penultimate year of training) as a Clinical Haematologist
  
  • post-FRCPath examination (UK candidates)
  registered with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulatory Authority (or eligible for registration – visit https://www.medicalboard.gov.au/Registration/International-Medical-Graduates.aspx for further information)
  
  • excellent clinical and interpersonal skills

Position description

You will play an integral role in the function of a busy clinical trials unit with >30 studies ranging from phase I-III across lymphoma, myeloma and leukaemia. We have an active cellular therapy program including autologous and allogeneic CAR T-cell trials. Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital is Perth’s largest public tertiary hospital, located 5km west of central Perth.

For an overview of our department and trials currently open visit www.bloodcancerwa.org.au

Key responsibilities

• Identification, recruitment, and care of patients on clinical trials
  
  • Disease subtype focused outpatient clinics
  • Design, presentation and publication of clinical research
  Why join us?
  
  • Work in one of the most active Haematology clinical trials unit in the world
  • Mentoring opportunities with leaders in the field
  • Outstanding program track record: our alumni  have  oral presentations at ASH, first author publications in high impact journals pivotal involvement in investigator initiated trials
  • Excellent opportunities to independently manage patients as a consultant, with senior clincians supporting in the background as needed
  • Perth is clean, safe, family friendly, has excellent schools, a vibrant arts/dining scene, and sunny climate well suited to an outdoor lifestyle
    
    • Protected research time, with projects tailored to suit interests
    • Work/life balance: no rostered after hours or weekend commitment
    • Part time hours negotiable
  • Applications and further information

    Prof Chan Cheah
    email chan.cheah@health.wa.gov.au