Staff Specialist - Pediatric Oncology & Clinical Trials

The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network seeks Staff Specialists for the Cancer Centre for Children at Westmead to deliver high‑quality cancer care for children and adolescents. You will engage in a streamed model of care, contribute to trials, and participate in education and research within a MDT framework.

Applicants should have specialist registration in Paediatric Oncology, with experience in haematological malignancies, CNS or solid tumours, and be committed to teaching and quality

Qualifications

• Eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia as a Specialist in Paediatric Oncology.
• Training comparable to the RACP Specialist Advisory Committee in Medical Oncology.
• Pertinent clinical experience in paediatric oncology including haematological malignancies and CNS/Solid tumours.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive, high-quality care to children and adolescents with cancer.
• Support the Cancer Centre’s transition to a streamed model of care.
• Participate in development and oversight of clinical trials as principal investigator.
• Contribute to the multidisciplinary team approach, research, education and advocacy.
• Participate in development/implementation of novel cancer therapies, in lab or clinical translation.
• Ensure services focus on improving clinical care and supporting families.
• Engage in quality reviews, staff training, and performance reviews.
• Abide by conduct codes and NSW Health Staff Specialist Award requirements.

Skills

Paediatric oncology

Clinical trials

Multidisciplinary care

Education

Medical degree & Specialist registration (Australia)

Job description

The Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network seeks Staff Specialists for the Cancer Centre for Children at Westmead to deliver high‑quality cancer care for children and adolescents. You will engage in a streamed model of care, contribute to trials, and participate in education and research within a MDT framework.

Applicants should have specialist registration in Paediatric Oncology, with experience in haematological malignancies, CNS or solid tumours, and be committed to teaching and quality