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Medical Oncology Fellow – 2027 Clinical Year
Fixed Term Full Time | 86 hours per fortnight
Ballarat Regional Integrated Cancer Centre (BRICC) | Grampians Health
Train with purpose. Lead your future in regional cancer care.
Applications are invited for a Medical Oncology Fellowship at the Ballarat Regional Integrated Cancer Centre (BRICC) for the 2027 clinical year. This 12‑month, fixed‑term fellowship offers an outstanding opportunity to build advanced clinical and research capability within a highly regarded regional oncology service.
You’ll work alongside an experienced and supportive consultant team, gaining broad exposure across medical oncology while contributing meaningfully to patient care, clinical trials and research — all within a service deeply connected to metropolitan partners.
Why This Fellowship?
Comprehensive regional oncology exposure with real clinical autonomy
Strong research and clinical trials involvement with experienced supervision
High-quality MDT participation across tumour streams
Supportive learning environment focused on career progression
Lifestyle balance without sacrificing training quality
This role is ideal for doctors who want to consolidate specialist skills, deepen research capability and experience the professional satisfaction of regional medicine — without being disconnected from tertiary-level oncology practice.
About the Role
As a Medical Oncology Fellow, you will be a core contributor to the oncology service, with a balance of outpatient, inpatient, research and teaching responsibilities.
Your clinical experience will include:
Medical oncology outpatient clinics four days per week
Active participation in multidisciplinary team meetings
Inpatient oncology care and consultant-led ward rounds
Involvement in clinical trials and independent research
Participation in after-hours and weekend oncology rosters
Teaching and education of junior medical staff and students
You will be supported to grow both clinically and professionally, with access to supervision, mentorship and education opportunities.
About You
You are a motivated clinician with a genuine interest in medical oncology and research, and you thrive in collaborative, multidisciplinary environments.
To be successful, you will have:
A medical qualification with relevant oncology training
Eligibility for specialist registration (or actively working towards)
An interest in clinical research and trials
Strong communication and teamwork skills
A patient-centred approach to care
About BRICC
The Ballarat Regional Integrated Cancer Centre is a modern, purpose-built facility delivering comprehensive cancer services including:
Medical oncology and chemotherapy
Radiotherapy
Inpatient oncology services
A growing and active clinical trials program
BRICC works closely with leading metropolitan services, including Austin Health , ensuring strong clinical governance, shared expertise and access to tertiary-level networks — while maintaining the advantages of regional practice.
Why Join Grampians Health?
At Grampians Health, you’ll join an organisation that values excellence, collaboration and wellbeing.
We offer:
A welcoming, collegial regional cancer centre
Exposure to diverse oncology subspecialties
Research, education and conference support
Salary packaging benefits
Health, wellbeing and employee support programs
Interested?
To see the full Position Description, please click here
Click APPLY now or for a confidential discussion, contact Dr Sharad Sharma - Head of Oncology on 03 5320 8500 or via email sharad.sharma@gh.org.au
Applications will be reviewed as they are received. The position will close once filled.
Current Grampians Health employees should apply via the Employee Login on the Careers Page or through the Intranet.
Living in Ballarat
Ballarat is Victoria’s largest inland city and one of the state’s fastest-growing regional centres. Located within easy reach of Melbourne, Ballarat offers rich history, stunning natural surrounds and an exceptional lifestyle for professionals and families alike.
Learn more at Visit Ballarat
Our Commitment to Diversity & Safety
Grampians Health is a child‑safe organisation committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We proudly support a diverse, inclusive workforce and encourage applications from:
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
People with disability
Culturally and linguistically diverse communities
Mature‑age workers
LGBTQIA+ individuals
All appointments are subject to relevant checks, including police records, immunisation compliance and Working with Children / NDIS Worker Screening checks.
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