Research Fellow - Centre for Health Services Research in Cancer
Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
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- Location
- Melbourne, VIC
- Type
- Casual
- Salary
- $112k – $144k
About the role
YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTURE
Centre for Health Services Research in Cancer - Nursing Research Fellow
- 2-year fixed term, part time position - 53.2 hours per fortnight.
- Up to $111,577.00 - $144,413.00 base salary per annum (full-time equivalent pro-rated for part-time) + salary packaging + super + 5 weeks annual leave.
- Parkville location with multiple public transport options.
At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.
Fantastic opportunity for a Cancer Nursing Researcher to work with a leading team of multidiscinplinary Health Service Researchers!
About the role
The Nursing Research Fellow is an independent or semi-independent researcher who contributes to the Centre for Health Services Research (CHSRC) research program including the design, conduct, and dissemination of high-quality research that contributes to Peter Mac’s research and organisational strategy.
A priority of the Nursing Research Fellow role while working under the strategic direction of the senior researchers and Nursing Research Program lead is to support the achievement of the goals and objectives of the CHSRC strategic plan that aligns with the broader Peter Mac Research Strategy. This role also supports the delivery of the CHSRCs research program by leading smaller projects or defined components of larger initiatives.
The Nursing Research Fellow is expected to build a strong research track record, develop methodological expertise, and contribute to collaborative research activities.
About you
You will have excellent communication and collaboration skills with a demonstrated ability to contribute to high-quality research design, delivery and analysis.
You'll bring with you:
- A PhD or equivalent in a relevant research discipline.
- Demonstrated research capability through publications or equivalent outputs
- Experience contributing to competitive research grant applications (national and /or international)
- Experience managing research activities for complex studies.
- Experience with ethics preparation and submissions
- Proven ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
- Commitment to highest standards of research integrity
- Ability to work collaboratively within an inter-disciplinary research team
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally, including:
- Up to $11,660 in salary packaging to increase your take home pay
- Discounted health insurance and eye care
- A comprehensive health and wellbeing program
- Public transport options at our doorstep and end of trip facilities for cyclists
- Onsite eateries and coffee shops and inviting rooftop garden spaces
- Pathways for professional development and new career opportunities
- Five weeks annual leave (pro-rata), 17.5% leave loading & purchased leave options
- Flexible, hybrid working practices
Inclusion and belonging
Peter Mac celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community. We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles.
Join us!
If you feel this role is right for you we warmly invite you to apply, and encourage your early application. All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory police check and may include vaccination requirements. Should you need assistance or require any adjustments or accommodations to fully participate in the application or interview process, you are welcome to reach out to the contact person listed. We acknowledge that not all applicants will meet the full list of selection criteria outlined, and wherever possible we will consider applications where relevant experience can apply.
Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter outlining relative key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment.
For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary. Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion.
Hiring Manager: A/Prof Priscilla Gates
Email: Priscilla.Gates@petermac.org
Phone number: 03 855 00000
Applications Close: 11.59pm Monday 16 November 2026.
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Position Summary
The Research Fellow is an experienced health services researcher responsible for the delivery of high-quality research projects within the CHSRC program that inform improvements in cancer service delivery, evaluation, data use and system performance.
Working under the direction of the Senior Research Fellow, Principal Research Fellow and Program/Core Lead, the Research Fellow manages stakeholder coordination, data analysis and production of research outputs. The role plays a critical part in ensuring research projects are delivered on time, with methodological rigour and in close collaboration with clinical and health service partners.
The Research Fellow is responsible for ensuring projects are executed to a high standard and translated into usable outputs for academic, clinical and service stakeholders. The Research Fellow builds research independence through progressive responsibility for research outputs, grant development, research supervision, and knowledge translation.
Enterprise Agreement
Allied Health Professionals Agreement
Classification or Salary Range
Level B (Research Fellow)
Immunisation Risk Category
Category C: Position within a non-clinical setting.
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For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion.
Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.
WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC
- Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.
- Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.
- We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.
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