Staff Specialist in Medical Oncology
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20 March 2019
Staff Specialist in Medical Oncology
Manning Hospital
Temporary full time (until 2 March 2020)
Manning Hospital is looking for a committed clinician to join the Medical Oncology team. Applicants must hold a medical degree registrable with AHPRA and hold Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians. Applicants expecting to be elected to Fellowship in the coming months or interested in a part time appointment may be considered.
The position involves the clinical management and treatment of patients of the Manning Oncology Service. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in Palliative Care, the ability to provide high quality compassionate care, the ability to work collaboratively with the team and a commitment to teaching and research.
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About the Hospital:
Manning Hospital has 160 beds (including 20 Mental Health beds) and provides a broad range of specialist services including Paediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Intensive Care Medicine, Anaesthesia, General, Urology and Orthopaedics Surgery, Internal Medicine, Renal and Oncology services.
HNELHD is recognised as a leader and innovator in the health care industry. We recognise that working together in a values based organisation with a focus on "excellence - every patient, every time" supports us in achieving improved outcomes for our employees and the community.
About the area:
Taree is located in the Manning Valley on the Lower Mid North Coast of New South Wales, just 3 hours north of Sydney, 2 hours north of Newcastle and 1 hour south of Port Macquarie. The hospital serves a population of around 100,000 people encompassing an area of 3,732 km2.
The Manning Valley is home to a range of some of the best beaches in Australia. The area is surrounded by magnificent national parks. Click here for more information on what this region has to offer.
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Closing date: 19 April 2019
Enquiries:
Ms Jessica Glover, Senior Medical Recruitment Consultant, Medical Workforce
Ph: (02) 6767 7063
E: jessica.glover@hnehealth.nsw.gov.au
COSA Administration Officer
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07 March 2019
COSA is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Administration Officer to work closely with the CEO, the EA to the CEO and the Project Management team. The role is responsible for providing key administrative support for COSA, and best suits someone with well-developed organisation and people skills who can multitask, be proactive and is passionate about working in the oncology sector. The role may require occasional work outside of regular hours and interstate travel. The position is for a 12-month contract in the first instance with the potential to become permanent.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should follow the simple instructions below to ensure your application meets the requirements for consideration by COSA.
Only individuals with full working rights in Australia will be considered.
Your application should include
- A cover letter explaining your interest in the position
- A statement demonstrating how you meet each of the selection criteria in the position description
- Copy of your CV
- Details of two referees
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Send your application by email to cosa@cancer.org.au
Closing date for applications is 5pm Monday 1 April 2019.
No recruiters please.
Oncology Research Associate/Fellows (2)
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06 March 2019
- Join a leading organisation in the design, conduct, and reporting of cancer clinical trials, including novel precision oncology programs
- Work with the Australian Genomic Cancer Medicine Centre (AGCMC), and/or Australia’s leading cancer cooperative trials groups, and/or the Genomic Cancer Clinical Trials Initiative (GCCTI)
- Two 12 month fixed term opportunities; base salary $73K - $123K plus superannuation. A clinical loading will also be paid where appropriate
About the opportunity
The NHMRC Clinical Trials Centre (CTC) is funded by the National Health and Medical Research Council and is a research centre within the Faculty of Medicine and Health at the University of Sydney. The CTC is a leader in the design, conduct, and reporting of large-scale clinical trials in cancer and other diseases. It also researches trial methods and conducts systematic reviews.
The CTC is the coordinating centre for:
- the AGCMC flagship precision oncology Molecular Screening and Therapeutics program (MoST) for advanced cancers, especially for rare or less common cancers;
- 5 of Australia’s leading cancer cooperative trials groups: the Australasian Gastro-Intestinal Trials Group (AGITG), the Australian New Zealand Gynaecological Oncology Group (ANZGOG), the Australian and New Zealand Urogenital and Prostate Cancer Trials Group (ANZUP), the Australian Lung Cancer Trials Group (ALTG), and the Cooperative Trials Group for Neuro-oncology (COGNO)
- The Genomic Cancer Clinical Trials Initiative (GCCTI) funded by Cancer Australia to support the development of oncology trials including multiple types of cancer and multiple cooperative groups.
These groups are non-profit organisations developing and conducting multicenter clinical trials research.
The CTC is looking to recruit Research Associates/Research Fellows (Academic A/B), one to work in the Molecular Screening and Therapeutics (MoST) program, and another to work with our cooperative trials groups and the GCCTI. These opportunities are designed for individuals keen to develop their skills, expertise, and careers in cancer clinical trials research, molecular screening, and novel therapeutics.
The Research Associates/Fellows will work with the relevant partner organisation(s) and contribute to their entire program, as required. This may include working with co-investigators, statisticians, data managers and trial coordinators to develop trial concepts, protocols, grant applications, reports, meeting presentations and journal articles. They will also provide day to day clinical support adjudicating and advising on eligibility, treatment, and adverse events. The Research Associate/Fellow will participate in research advisory committees, operational executive committees, and other subcommittees of partner organisations.
This position can either be full-time or part-time, for a fixed term of 12 months and is subject to the completion of a satisfactory probation period for new appointees, and with the possibility of further offers of employment dependent on funding and business need .
Candidates must be qualified medical doctors with experience and expertise in oncology.
Intending applicants are welcome to seek further information about the position from Katrin Sjoquist on 9562 5025 or katrin.sjoquist@ctc.usyd.edu.au
For recruitment-related enquiries, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Linden Joseph on 02 8627 1208 or linden.joseph@sydney.edu.au
Please refer to the candidate information pack for further details.
Job Reference No. 297/0219F
Please note: visa sponsorship is not available for this position
Closing date: 11:30pm Wednesday, 27 March 2019
The University of Sydney is committed to diversity and social inclusion. Applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; equity target groups including women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
How to Apply:
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Clinical Trials Manager
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22 January 2019
Clinical Trials Manager
Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital
Medical Oncology Clinical Trials Unit
Fixed term full-time
We are seeking to appoint a suitably experienced and enthusiastic person to the position of Clinical Trials Manager at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital.
In this role you will manage the physical, financial and human resources of the Medical Oncology Clinical Trials Unit. This includes:
- Being responsible for the operational management of all staff in the Clinical Trials Unit.
- Being responsible for the delivery and management of direct and indirect patient care and associated data collection for clinical research studies undertaken in the Unit, in accordance with the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) Note for Guidance on Good Clinical Practice (CPMP/ICH/135/95) and the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Research Involving Humans.
- Ensuring GCP-compliant operation of the Unit, trial selection, data collection and protocol submissions.
- Developing and maintaining effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders including clinical trial sponsors, contract research organisations, clinicians, Human Research Ethics Committees (HRECs), the NHMRC Clinical Trials Centre and National/International Clinical Trial Groups.
- Being responsible for contract negotiations, protocol budgets and Clinical Trials Unit cost centres.
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Enquiries:
We encourage you to contact Professor Michael Millward via email: michael.millward@health.wa.gov.au
Applications:
Applicants are requested to apply online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).
It is preferable for your referee to be a current supervisor or manager.
Applicants are advised to write a covering letter outlining your suitability for this position, write a statement addressing the selection criteria and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be
required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.
Applications close 4:00pm Monday 25 March 2019
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.
Clinical Research Manager
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21 February 2018
About us
The Australasian Gastro‐Intestinal Trials Group (AGITG) conducts collaborative multidisciplinary clinical trials and related translational research investigating new treatments for gastro-intestinal cancers.
Gastro-intestinal cancers affect the oesophagus, stomach, liver, gall bladder, pancreas, bowel, rectum and anus. Collectively these cancers are the most common form of cancer in Australia, affecting over 24,000 Australians each year and claiming a devastating 33 lives each day.
AGITG research has led to improvements in both the life expectancy and quality of life of people diagnosed with gastro‐intestinal cancer.
The organisation was established in 1991 and is recognised internationally for conducting high quality research and has well established international collaboration links with the United Kingdom, Europe, Asia and North America.
The Role
The Clinical Research Manager will be responsible for supporting the development and conduct of new collaborative research including supporting AGITG research committees, planning and implementing research generation activities and managing small scale or pilot research projects.
This is a full time role for an initial 12 month contract with potential for ongoing employment.
Key Responsibilities
- Support AGITG’s clinical trial projects and priorities with the Chair, CEO and research teams
- Support the new research development process
- Manage multiple complex research projects in a clinical research environment including concise reporting
- Develop and execute communication plans (internal and external) for individual projects with multiple stakeholders
- Administration and management of contracts and budgets
- Prepare standard operating procedures for trial operations
- Meeting organisation to support projects and achieve effective outcomes
- Maintain supportive and effective relationships with AGITG Investigators
- Lead problem solving and resolution efforts to include management of risk & contingencies
- Advise and influence effective outcomes with internal and external stakeholders
- Manage study protocol development ensuring appropriate inputs and participation
- Project development and negotiation with funders cooperatively with senior management
- Develop procedures to support the business area and key projects
- Undertake any other duties relevant as required by the Chief Executive Officer.
About you
To be successful in this role, you will have tertiary qualifications in a science or healthcare discipline along with demonstrated experience in health research, including clinical trials, preferably in the field of oncology.
The successful applicant will be required to undergo a current National Police Clearance.
You must have the right to live and work in this location to apply for this job.
Key Skills
- Demonstrated competency in strategic thinking; capable of seeing the big picture and bringing together all the key elements for success
- Experience in health related ethics submissions and document preparation including protocol development knowledge
- Site selection, management and clinical monitoring experience in accordance with ICH GCP
- Prior experience working with multidisciplinary medical, health and research teams
- Demonstrated organisation, problem solving and analytical skills within a health research setting
- Strong verbal communication skills to liaise with variety of people in business, government and health sectors
- Deadline focused with excellent time management skills
Other
- High level attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities
- Proactive, energetic and creative
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Demonstrated ability to identify problems, make recommendations and implement appropriate solutions
- Evidence of working in a dynamic, energetic and positive manner, where change and development are welcomed as challenges rather than obstacles
- Demonstrated initiative, flexibility and commitment
How to apply for this job
Please submit a cover letter addressing the selection criteria alongside your CV to AGITG@gicancer.org.au, using the subject line: Clinical Research Manager application
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