Provisional Fellow
*Immunisation Research - This position is with The National Centre for Immunisation Research and Surveillance of Vaccine Preventable Diseases (NCIRS)*
Sydney Children's Hospitals Network (SCHN) is the largest paediatric health care entity in Australia. We care for thousands of children each year in our hospitals and in their homes with one purpose in mind - to help young people live their healthiest lives. Learn more about our network here: https://www.schn.health.nsw.gov.au/
Employment Type: Temporary
Remuneration: Public Medical Officers (State) Award (Registrar Year 1 – Year 4)
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: CAM28579
The Clinical Provisional Fellow will help coordinate the clinical research team and will involve in providing technical support on immunisation and vaccine safety related matters. The role will also support the day-to-day running of the clinical trials and research projects for both infants and adults and will be required to recruit subjects for vaccine trials, examine subjects, perform venepunctures, and assist with data analysis, preparation of reports and research protocols. The Fellow will provide clinical support to the opportunistic immunisation, including BCG clinic, service.
NCIRS is the leading research organisation in Australia that provides expert advice on all aspects of vaccine preventable diseases (VPDs), and other issues related to immunisation, to inform policy and planning for immunisation services in Australia and to support initiatives in the surveillance of VPDs, including disease surveillance, vaccine coverage and immunisation adverse events. This work is funded through agreements with the Australian and the New South Wales governments. The Centre is affiliated with the University of Sydney and staff may have appointments within the either the Discipline of Child and Adolescent Health, or the School of Public Health. NCIRS staff includes people with expertise in public health, epidemiology, biostatistics, paediatrics, infectious diseases, and quantitative and qualitative survey methods.
Selection Criteria:
- MBBS or equivalent, currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia in an appropriate registration category
- Registered with the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) as an advanced trainee or equivalent. Those registered with the RACP, must have preferably completed a minimum 6 months as an advanced trainee with RACP (or equivalent) at commencement of Fellowship
- Previous experience in the one or more of the following: experience in paediatrics &/or infectious diseases/microbiology/immunology and/or postgraduate research; experience in conducting clinical trial processes & methods, including ethics applications; and paediatric, epidemiology or public health qualifications or equivalent
- Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement, patient safety and risk management
- Excellent communication, leadership and teamwork skills with demonstrated ability to liaise effectively with other health professionals
- Ongoing commitment to further education and professional development and demonstrated ability to teach, and willingness to participate in the teaching of Medical Students, Junior Medical Staff and other clinical staff
- Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft word, access and excel and reference manager
- Demonstrated ability to work independently within a supervised complex clinical environment utilising excellent time management, problem solving skills, clinical skills, judgment and expertise
Your application must include a current resume and responses to the application questions and criteria in the online application form. Please ensure you upload your CV to the specific application submission (not just your general profile), complete and submit your application prior to the closing date. Interviews will be conducted virtually via videoconference. Some positions are dependent on external funding and will only be appointed once funding is confirmed. Please note that recruitment agency applications are unable to be accepted.
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up, to assist in preparing your application, or contact SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at SCHN-EA-AboriginalHealthDirectorate@health.nsw.gov.au.
NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements must be met prior to commencement
This position requires a NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.
SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health’s commitment to the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
3) For role related queries, please contact Dr Archana Koirala via telephone on 02 7825 0000 or email Archana.Koirala@health.nsw.gov.au
4) For technical support, please contact the Customer Service Team on 1300 443 966, select option 1, then option 2. Please also refer to the applicant guide for additional information
Applications Close: 08, June 2026
