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

Positions available from February 2024 (negotiable start dates)
12 months, with preference for candidates seeking extensions to 2 years 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

  Desirable criteria

• demonstrated interest in clinical research

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. The 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

• Our fellows have been extremely productive with multiple oral presentations at ASH, high impact first author publications and involvement in investigator initiated trials

• Protected research time, with projects tailored to suit the disease interests of the successful candidate

• Work/life balance: no rostered after hours or weekend commitment

• Enjoy a great quality of life: Perth is clean, safe, family friendly, has excellent schools, a vibrant arts/dining scene, and sunny climate well suited to an outdoor lifestyle

  Applications and further information

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