2027 Upper Gastro Intestinal Research Fellow

2027 Upper Gastrointestinal Research Fellow

• Limited Term Full Time


• Generous salary + super + salary packaging


• #docsgoeast

Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community.

Our Employee Value Proposition is “Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts”.

This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future.

About the role

This position is ideally suited to a junior surgical fellow who is looking to further develop their research portfolio and strengthen their academic profile in preparation for future subspecialty training in Upper Gastrointestinal (UGI) or Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) surgery.

Working collaboratively with the existing UGI/HPB team, the successful candidate will play an active role in coordinating and progressing a range of research projects, while also providing mentorship and support to medical students and surgical registrars involved in these initiatives.

In addition to the research component, the fellowship offers valuable clinical exposure through attendance at a variety of UGI and HPB operating lists. There will also be opportunities to provide clinical fellow cover when required, as well as undertaking private assisting, offering further operative experience and professional development.

As with all fellows within the department, the successful applicant will be expected to participate in the unit's on-call roster, including responsibilities for general surgical admissions, contributing to the delivery of high-quality patient care as part of the broader surgical team.

About you

To be successful in this role you will possess:

• Current registration with AHPRA (Limited Registration is not accepted)


• Highly developed interpersonal and leadership experience


• A strong commitment to high quality care


• The ability to work as part of a diverse team


• Excellent communication and organisational skills

Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.

 
Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role, and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment. 

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!

• Mentor and Shadowing program


• Access to discovery days across our 50 sites


• Study and professional development leave


• Friendly & supportive teams


• Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion


• Fitness Passport for work-life balance


• Employee Assistance program accessible for you and your loved ones


• Flexible working hours and excellent entitlements


• Salary packaging options and an employee benefits scheme


• Access to Private Health Insurance offers


• Digital upskilling, such as excel and Power-Bi training


• Cafes at all our hospitals

Next Steps

Apply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference and are eligible to work in Australia.

We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates.

If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check.

Good to know:

• We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability – within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.


• We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.


• As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.


• Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.


• Advertising may end before the closing date.


• We do not accept recruitment agency application

If you are a current Eastern Health employee, please ensure you log in with your internal Eastern Health account to apply for this or other roles.

Click here for position description link

Contact Person: Tracy Waller

Contact Number: 03 9895 3469

Contact Email: [email protected]

Position Close: 27/07/2026

Need help submitting your application?

Just contact the Hiring Manager in the advertisement or call Medical Workforce Unit on (03) 9895 3469. 

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Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day