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Metabolic Diseases Fellow

This is a 12-month Full Time, Fixed Term position commencing 2nd February 2026.

Metabolic Diseases Fellow Position Description

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The Royal Melbourne is one of Victoria’s largest hospitals providing a comprehensive range of health services including acute, sub-acute, general, and specialist medical services throughout inpatient and community-based facilities. We are also a proud part of the world-renowned Melbourne Biomedical Precinct, working in collaboration to advance research for continuous improvement of clinical care.

Unit Description:

The Metabolic Diseases Unit is a state-wide referral centre providing specialist care for patients across Victoria and Tasmania with suspected or confirmed inborn errors of metabolism. We are offering a full-time, fixed-term training position within our growing, dynamic, multidisciplinary team.

This role provides hands-on experience in the diagnosis and management of a wide range of genetic metabolic disorders, including phenylketonuria, lysosomal storage diseases, glycogen storage diseases, and mitochondrial disorders. The position is primarily outpatient-based at our new, purpose-built facility on Elizabeth Street, with inpatient consultation services provided at The Royal Melbourne Hospital City Campus.

Join us in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care while developing specialised expertise in a growing and rewarding field.

About the role:

This is Australia’s only full-time, accredited training position in adult metabolic medicine. You will gain exposure to the full clinical spectrum of inborn errors of metabolism in adults and develop an in-depth understanding of both basic and advanced metabolic investigations.

The role includes supervised experience in disease-specific treatment protocols, dietary and pharmacological management, and transition care. You will also have the opportunity to participate in early-phase clinical trials, gaining valuable experience in emerging therapies for rare metabolic conditions.

This position provides a unique foundation for a future career in metabolic medicine, clinical genetics, or rare disease research. 

About You:

• Registration with the Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA) or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia (for international Medical Graduates)
• MBBS or equivalent tertiary qualifications
• Completion of one of more years of Advanced Training in a relevant specialty, such as metabolic diseases, general medicine, endocrinology, neurology or genetics.
• Ability to work both in a multidisciplinary team but also independently (with supervision).

Application Instructions:

• Please upload to your application.
• Cover Letter - Addressed to Dr Timothy Fazio
• Current Curriculum Vitae 
• References are required to be submitted at time of application
• Referees – Download reference Template (upload directly to application) or email to ditrecruitment@mh.org.au
• Fellowship Certificate (where applicable) 

Benefits:

• A Values based organisation offering great prospects for career diversity and professional advancement, including training and research opportunities, and access to mentorship and leadership programs.
• Comprehensive Health & Wellbeing Programs including On-site staff gym, Staff Medical Service, Employee Assistance Program, Peer Support Program - run by our dedicated employees.
• Salary packaging options, discounted onsite car parking, close to public transport.

Interested?

Apply via MH Careers and upload you Resume and Cover Letter

Find out more about The Royal Melbourne Hospital

Find out more about the Metabolic Diseases Service at The Royal Melbourne Hospital

For further information please contact Dr Timothy Fazio on 03 9342 7074.

Don't delay. Apply Now! Recruitment is ongoing, with interviews commencing as soon as suitable candidates are received.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check. Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of an immunisation assessment prior to commencement.

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