Clinical Research Fellow in Haematology/Medical Oncology

Where you’ll be working: Waikato Hospital – Hamilton, New Zealand

The details:  Fixed term 12 months up to 80 Hours fortnight (1.0 FTE).

Salary details: see RDA STONZ MECA

Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity

We are seeking applications for a Haematology/Medical Oncology Research Fellow. As part of the fellowship, you will have the opportunity to undertake a specific cancer research project with support from experienced research staff and senior academic supervision/ direction. The fellow will also work closely under supervision of principal investigators to provide clinical care for patients enrolled in a range of haematology and oncology clinical trials.   This is an up to full-time (1.0 FTE) position that would suit a trainee in Haematology/Medical Oncology with an interest in gaining further research and clinical trial experience; and can be extended into a higher degree. There is the option of a part time role which can be negotiated.  If you think that you possess the right skills and attributes that will make a difference, then why not think about joining our team here in the beautiful Waikato region of New Zealand.

Mō tātou Ratonga | About our Service

The Regional Cancer Centre is associated with a large Tertiary Hospital in Hamilton; and is New Zealand’s second largest cancer treatment facility. Our unit provides Haematology, Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology and Palliative Care services in the Waikato region. You will join a dynamic team of 9 haematologists and 8 medical oncologists; and also work alongside advanced training registrars, rotating registrars, house officers and trial coordinators.

As a team we strive to increase research opportunities across all aspects of patient care. Our Cancer and Blood Research Trial Unit provides access to a range of industry sponsored and investigator initiated clinical trials. The clinical trials span a variety of tumour streams across Haematology and Oncology in the phase II and phase III space. With staff links to the University of Auckland Faculty of Medicine, there will also be an option to pursue a higher degree.

Mōu | About you

Applicants must have an interest in Haematology/Medical Oncology, and be registered, or eligible for registration, with the Medical Council of New Zealand.

He aha Waikato

Waikato is the fourth largest region in Aotearoa New Zealand and located just south of Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland. It features a wide range of world-class outdoor and cultural experiences. You can surf the world-famous beaches of Whāingaroa Raglan, swim at the beautiful beaches of the Kapanga Coromandel, hike our majestic mountain ranges, tour the Hobbiton shire, experience the magic of the Waitomo glow worm caves, and encounter a vast array of flora and fauna at the remarkable Maungatautari Ecological Reserve.

Waikato is the home of the Kiingitanga and rich in Māori culture. Waikato Hospital sits on whenua gifted by Waikato iwi, situated on the banks of the mighty Waikato Awa, Hamilton is New Zealand’s largest metropolitan inland city. Hamilton’s vibrant city centre and rich cultural mix makes it an ideal place to experience the authentic friendly Kiwi lifestyle.

Learn more about living in the mighty Waikato here.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Please apply directly online, attaching a current CV and cover letter. Applications are not able to be accepted via email.

Reference form

For further information, please contact:

Dr Edbert Wong, Clinical Lead, Cancer and Blood Research Trial Unit

Email: Edbert.Wong@waikatodhb.health.nz

Dr Natalia Gavrilova, Head of Department,

email: Natalia.Gavrilova@waikatodhb.health.nz.

Closing date: 9 June 2023.

Position Description

COVID-19:

A national Vaccination Policy which includes COVID19 is under development. In the interim, a Health and Safety Risk Assessment against the requirements of the role will apply to unvaccinated candidates and employees and appropriate risk mitigation (e.g. extra PPE, RAT testing) may be taken as a result. Please note that when a Vaccination Policy is introduced it will apply to this role and need to be supported.