Provisional Fellow
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until 6 February 2028
Remuneration: $117,745.00 - $147,664.00 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: CAM29019 - Medical Oncology – Provisional Fellow
Location: St George Hospital, Kogarah
Supercharge your training at St George Hospital
What you’ll be doing
As a Provisional Fellow in Medical Oncology your main role will be to perform a specified research project under the supervision of A/Prof Winston Liauw or delegated Medical Oncologist. The position will focus on gastrointestinal cancer and peritoneal disease and neuroendocrine cancer.
Additional responsibilities will be to provide clinical care to medical oncology outpatients under the supervision of Attending Medical Officers (AMOs) for 2-3 clinics per week and support the provision of inpatient care as required. The Fellow will work as part of a multidisciplinary team and support the supervision of Advanced Trainees, Junior Medical Officers (JMOs) and medical students as required. The Fellow will also participate in clinical meetings and teaching and be subject to training and performance reviews.
The position is based in Medical Oncology Department at St George for the specified term of 12 months with attendance at Sutherland Hospital as required.
Where you’ll be working
South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) is guided by a simple vision: exceptional care, healthier lives. At St George Hospital, you’ll be part of a team that delivers high-quality, compassionate care while supporting you to grow and thrive in your medical career.
St George Hospital is a major tertiary and principal teaching hospital of the University of New South Wales, with 627 beds and a reputation for clinical excellence. As a Level 1 Trauma Centre, we are leaders in trauma and emergency care, offering exposure to a broad and complex case mix. Our location near Sydney Airport also means you’ll gain unique experience as part of a key first-response service to the airport precinct.
Located in Kogarah, just 14km from Sydney’s CBD and close to Botany Bay, the hospital is easily accessible by public transport and major roads. You’ll be surrounded by a vibrant, multicultural community, known for its great food, cafés and relaxed coastal lifestyle.
10 reasons to choose St George Hospital for your training
- Enjoy the best of Sydney – live near world-famous beaches, the CBD or the Inner West, all within an easy commute
- Great lifestyle – cafés, restaurants and a diverse food scene right on your doorstep
- Supportive team culture – approachable consultants and senior staff who are invested in your development
- Real clinical experience – strong focus on hands-on learning with appropriate supervision
- Modern facilities – including a brand-new ambulatory care and outpatient precinct opening in 2026
- Teaching opportunities – as a UNSW teaching hospital, you can get involved in medical student education
- High-acuity exposure – work in one of NSW’s leading trauma and emergency centres
- Dedicated JMO support – a Medical Workforce team that’s responsive and here to help you succeed
- Varied rotations – opportunities across multiple sites including rural and metro settings
- Inclusive workplace – a strong commitment to diversity, wellbeing and belonging
Selection Criteria
- MBBS or equivalent, current general registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
- Must have completed the core component of advanced training and eligible for elective year in Medical Oncology or have completed the requirements for Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians as a Medical Oncologist.
- Demonstrated ability to manage a project (e.g. research, quality assurance) and demonstrated ability in basic research skills, literature review, critical thinking, data collection, data analysis and reporting.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently within a supervised complex clinical environment utilisiing excellent clinical skills, judgment and expertise.
- Demonstrated organisational skills, good time management skills and capacity for self-directed learning.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills and capacity to work within a multi-disciplinary team
- Commitment to core values of hospital based medical practice: patient care, teaching, research and quality improvement.
- Understanding that training commitment entails potential secondment to community, regional and or rural hospital
Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment. These values have been created by employees, for employees, and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.
Additional Information
- Visa sponsorship may be available for overseas candidates if no suitable permanent resident(s) or citizen(s) are identified after labour market testing.
- Applicants will be assessed against the essential criteria and selection criteria of the position description.
- An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies.
- Recommended applicants will be reviewed for Category A compliance under the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases policy directive prior to offer.
SESLHD is committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community. This will help ensure our employees, our patients, and their careers, feel supported. We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates, for advice, please contact the SESLHD Aboriginal Employment Team on SESLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au
Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Dr Winston Liauw on Winston.Liauw@health.nsw.gov.au
Applications Close: 04, August 2026Tuesday, 04 August 2026
