2027 Paediatric Genomics Immersion Fellowships Project

The General Genetics Service comprises a professional, innovative and friendly team of approximately 40 staff providing specialty general genetics services based at Monash Medical Centre, Clayton. Development of many multidisciplinary and subspecialist genetics clinics underpins the importance of Monash Genetics to the delivery of high-quality patient care within the Monash Health network.

Outpatient services at Monash include reproductive, prenatal, paediatric and adult genetics, including cardiac and neurogenetics clinics.

• There are additional multidisciplinary meetings and/or clinics with other specialties including: immunogenetics, deafness genetics, craniofacial and cleft palate, skeletal dysplasia, haematogenetics, and genodermatoses.

• Inpatient services across Monash Children's Hospital and Monash Medical Centre are primarily in paediatric genetics, particularly in the neonatal ICU.

• Outpatient clinics are currently held across the Monash Health Clayton Campus, Victorian Heart Hospital and at Berwick Specialist Suites.

• There is the possibility of new clinics starting at other locations within the Monash Health LHSN.

• Inpatient paediatric consults are currently seen at MCH and MMC Clayton but may be required at other sites upon request.

Genomics is considered vitally important in the future of Monash Health, and the successful applicants will gather experience in this dynamic area to further help develop and promote paediatric genomic medicine at Monash Health and across South-Eastern Melbourne and Gippsland.

About the Role

This Paediatric Genomics Immersion Fellowship program is being funded through generous donations to the Monash Health Foundation.

Two half-time 6-month fellowships - 0.5 EFT (average of 2.5 days per week) - will be offered on-site at Monash Genetics based out of Monash Medical Centre, Clayton. The first 0.5EFT position will run 01/02/2027 - 01/08/2027 and the second position will run 02/08/2027 - 06/02/2028.

This fellowship offers a unique opportunity to work within an experienced multidisciplinary team and gain valuable genomics education and clinical experience in a general genetics service.

The successful candidate(s) will work primarily in a supervised outpatient setting and will have the opportunity to undertake a discrete research project during their tenure. We aim to tailor the program to the candidate's interests and career goals, where practical, with a view to supporting ongoing work in the public sector, ideally within Monash Health and our paediatric catchment. Learning opportunities will depend on the flexibility of the candidate.

Expected workload:

• 1-2 outpatient clinics per week with associated patient/family follow-up

• Assist Clinical Genetics Advanced Trainees with ward consults

• Attend relevant clinical meetings

• Attend internal and external clinical and laboratory education sessions

• Complete formal university genetics and genomics course(s) (funded)

• Optional research project (1 session per week)

Mandatory requirements of the role: 

• A medical qualification (MBBS or equivalent) which is recognised for general registration by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency

• Current Advanced Trainee in the Paediatric and Child Health division of the RACP, or a Fellow of the Paediatric and Child Health division of the RACP

• Australian working rights

• Employee Working with Children's Check

• Motor vehicle driver licence

Referee Request: 

As part of your application, please complete the referee request form at least twice (preferably three times) to ensure we receive a minimum of two references.

Request Referee Details: Form Link

Once you submit the form, an automated request will be sent to each referee. You will receive an email notification when a referee has submitted their reference.

Please note that it is your responsibility to ensure your referees complete their submissions before the application deadline. Reference responses will be considered as part of your application.

For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Emma Krzesinski - ***************@monashhealth.org

Our Culture and Values

At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence.

You'll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do.

We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.

We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.

How to Apply

Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system.

Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.

Applications close: 20th September 2026