The Royal Melbourne Hospital is one of Australia’s leading public healthcare providers.

Join the team. Build a career. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join The Royal Melbourne Hospital.

2027 Colorectal Surgery Fellow - Research

This is a 12-month Part Time Fixed Term position (14 hours per fortnight) commencing 1st February 2027.

Colorectal Surgery Fellow - Research - 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 Colorectal Unit is part of The Department of General Surgical Specialties, at The Royal Melbourne Hospital which consists of all general surgical specialty services in a tertiary referral setting providing general, specialty and complex Surgical Services.

About the role:

The purpose of this role is:

·       Undertake full-time clinical research in Colorectal Surgery enrolled as Doctor of Medical Science student at the University of Melbourne under the supervision of A/Prof Ian Hayes and Mr Dilshan Udayasiri.

·       Work as a member of Colorectal Surgery Unit within the Department of General Surgical Specialties and participate in 2 outpatient clinical sessions per week.

·       Participate as a fellow   in the emergency on-call roster of the Department of General Surgery covering Acute General Surgical and Trauma, usually one night per week. 

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

•                    F.R.A.C.S or equivalent

•                    Ability to work in a team

•                    Well-developed communication and presentation skills

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?

 Upload your resume and cover letter.

Find out more about The Royal Melbourne Hospital. If you have any questions or require more information, connect with us. We look forward to hearing from you.

For more information, please contact Mr Ian Hayes - Ian.Hayes@mh.org.au.

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 and satisfactory Working With Children Check.

The RMH is committed to creating a culturally safe environment as a collective responsibility. We draw on our principles of self-determination, equity, accountability, and shared learning to create a culturally responsive health system that challenges how we strive for continuous quality improvement to meet the expectations of the communities and patients we serve.

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As a leader in healthcare, we recognise the need to foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply, and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.