Advanced Trainee Medical Oncology Fellow

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (VT); Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 117,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent training opportunities with/

Parking available

Multidisciplinary teams

Research opportunities

Job summary

Flinders Medical Centre in Adelaide is offering an Advanced Trainee Medical Oncology Fellowship. This full-time role provides a comprehensive training pathway in cancer care, with opportunities to engage in clinical trials and be mentored by leading oncologists.

The fellowship includes structured rotations, research opportunities, and exposure to the latest cancer treatment modalities. Applications are invited from MBBS graduates eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills in communication with colleagues and patients.

Responsibilities

• Consolidate clinical training and develop strong research skills into clinical practice.
• Support clinical improvement activities to achieve safe, evidence-based best practice.
• Participate in multidisciplinary cancer care in collaboration with other units within cancer services.
• Investigate and address patient complaints in a positive, constructive manner.
• Participate in relevant standing or ad hoc committees associated with the provision of clinical services.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

MBBS or equivalent

Medical Board registration eligibility

Two years postgraduate training

Job description

Advanced Trainee Medical Oncology Fellow

Job no: 935968
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide Metro Southern
Categories: Medical, Public Health, Research

• Southern Adelaide Local Health Network - Flinders Medical Centre - Medicine, Cardiac and Critical Care
• Total Indicative Remuneration Package: $117,483 - $183,357 MDP2 (pro rata) | Full Time - 12 Month Contract.

Join our Oncology Team as an Advanced Trainee Medical Oncology Fellow!

The Department of Medical Oncology at Flinders Medical Centre (FMC) provides a comprehensive specialist service for patients with cancer.This Advanced Trainee Medical Oncology Fellowship at Flinders Medical Centre represents an outstanding opportunity to develop specialist expertise in cancer care and clinical trials within SA Health's premier oncology program. Running until January 2028, this full-time position combines comprehensive clinical trial training with research opportunities, mentorship from leading oncologists, and exposure to the latest cancer treatment modalities.

About the role:

Medical Oncology is committed to the achievement of best practice in the design and delivery of services to its patients. This involves the pursuit of quality improvement, the integration of research to offer opportunities to our patients and innovation in every aspect of its operation.

Duties for the role will include:

• This is a third year (or first year post advanced training) opportunity consolidate clinical training and develop strong research skills into clinical practice.
• Supporting clinical improvement activities with the aim of achieving safe, evidence based best practice clinical services. This will involve evaluation of clinical processes and service outcomes, including patient safety, identifying possible areas for improvement and implementing the required changes.
• Participating in multidisciplinary cancer care in collaboration with other units within cancer services, and units treating cancer within other functional units in the hospital,
• Investigating and addressing patient complaints in a positive, constructive manner,
• Participating in relevant standing or ad hoc committees associated with the provision of clinical services.

As per the SMOEA 2022, the total term of employment with SA Health will be 3 years. Rotations following the initial 12-month allocation as Advanced Trainee will be determined in line with your training and SA Health’s requirements. This may include transfer to other SA Health locations to perform work appropriate to classification, skills, and capabilities.

About you:

• Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) or equivalent,
• Eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia,
• Two years post graduate training,
• Demonstrated skills in communication with colleagues and patients

Please see the attached Role Description for additional information.

What We Offer

• Excellent training opportunities with structured supervision and mentorship
• Great location with convenient parking available
• Access to multidisciplinary teams and advanced cancer care facilities
• Professional development support and research opportunities

Want To Know More? Contact:

Alison Richards - Research Unit Manager [e-mail]

Application Closing Date:

11.55 pm Wednesday 23rd of September 2026

Attachments:

• Medical Oncology Advanced Trainee - Role Description
• Australian applicant guidelines
• International applicant guidelines

Applicant Information:

• Note: The Indicative Total Remuneration is inclusive of Award salary, Superannuation, and other monetary benefits. We also offer salary sacrifice benefits which provide the opportunity to save money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed.
• The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref:901023.

Advertised: 09 Sep 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 23 Sep 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time

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