2027 Gastroenterology & Endoscopy Clinical Research Fellow

• Location: Footscray Hospital
• Employment Type: Full-Time, Fixed Term (2027 clinical year)
• Salary: HM25-30 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About the role:

Western Health seeks two suitably qualified applicants for the 2027 Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Clinical Research Fellow position.

The position would be ideally suited to an RACP trainee who has passed the FRACP written and clinical examinations and is hoping to pursue a career in Gastroenterology. Alternatively, it would be suited to a gastroenterology advanced trainee wishing to focus on research.

The position will require active and enthusiastic involvement in all aspects of Gastroenterology research projects at Western Health. This includes involvement in writing ethics applications, seeing patients enrolled in clinical trials, offering medical clinical support to the Gastroenterology Research Nurses, assisting with data acquisition and reporting/manuscript writing for publications.

The studies will encompass a number of areas including viral hepatitis and chronic liver disease, IBD and endoscopy. These will include trials already underway, but also the opportunity to focus on an area of interest to the successful candidate under the supervision of a Western Health Consultant.

Some Gastroenterology wards and outpatient clinical involvement will also be expected at the Footscray and Sunshine campuses.

Applications must be submitted via the online recruitment process only and should include a cover letter and curriculum vitae. Please find the Referee Assessment Form linked below - this will need to be downloaded and forwarded to at least three (3) referees for completion and emailed to **********@wh.org.au.

Key responsibilities:

• Participate actively in Gastroenterology research activities conducted within Western Health.
• Assist with the preparation, submission, and management of Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) applications and regulatory documentation.
• Support the conduct of clinical trials, including screening, recruitment, and clinical review of patients enrolled in studies.
• Work closely with Gastroenterology Research Nurses to provide medical and clinical support for ongoing research projects.
• Contribute to data acquisition, database management, and maintenance of study records abstracts, reports, and manuscripts for peer-reviewed publication.
• Participate in research across a range of gastroenterology subspecialties including viral hepatitis, chronic liver disease, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and endoscopy.
• Participate in limited clinical duties within Gastroenterology inpatient wards and outpatient clinics across the Footscray and Sunshine campuses.
• Work under the supervision and support of the Head of Unit or other Consultant to further develop general clinical and decision-making skills
• Perform unit duties as delegated by the Unit Head or other Consultant in accordance with Western Health policies and procedures and relevant legislation
• Ensure quality patient care

About you:

• A medical qualification recognised in Victoria, Australia.
• Current medical registration.
• Clinical competence as required for level of position.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Commitment to professional development.

Click here for the Position Description.

Click here for the Referee Form.

About Western Health

Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs. 

With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.

We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.

We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges. We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions.

Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall.

Why join us?

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
• Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
• Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.

Learning and development opportunities

• Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
• Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
• Mentorship and career support.

Community impact and inclusion

• Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
• Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
• Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.

Organisational culture and environment

• Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
• Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.

Ready to make an impact?

If you’re passionate about Patient Care, we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.

If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.

Closing date: 11:59pm on 3 September 2026.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact A/Professor Alan Moss via *********@wh.org.au.

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees. 

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.