ARC 2026 Cancer & Blood Research Fellow

Research Fellow, Cancer and Blood Research Waikato Hospital 12 Month Fixed Term Are you ready for an exciting opportunity in 2026? At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are dedicated to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and are committed to creating a health system that serves all New Zealanders. About the Company We are the largest tertiary hospital in New Zealand, located in Waikato, where we offer comprehensive cancer and blood research services. Our facility includes an inpatient ward, an autologous bone marrow transplant suite, a day care and chemotherapy suite, an outpatient department, and a radiation treatment facility. With a dedicated team of medical oncologists, haematologists, radiation oncologists, and palliative care physicians, we are focused on providing exceptional patient care, conducting innovative research, and offering educational opportunities. About the Role We are seeking a passionate and committed Research Fellow to join our dynamic, multidisciplinary cancer and blood research department at Waikato Hospital. The position is a 12-month fixed-term contract, classified under the advanced trainee contract category F. Our research unit is actively involved in a wide range of clinical trials, including phase I-IV trials of novel agents and treatment modalities, as well as investigator-led research. As a Regional Cancer Centre, we provide oncology and haematology services to a diverse population of approximately 800,000, offering both chemotherapy and radiotherapy administration along with outpatient clinics in Hamilton and three secondary hospitals. Waikato Hospital is also a teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Auckland Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences. Our Blood and Cancer Governance Group, established in 2016, recognizes the vital contributions of our clinical trials team to oncology and haematology practices, with a focus on advancing evidence-based practice through research. About the Team/Service Waikato is the fourth largest region in Aotearoa New Zealand, located just south of Tamaki Makaurau Auckland. The region offers a wide range of outdoor and cultural experiences, from world-famous beaches to majestic mountain hikes. You can explore attractions like the Hobbiton movie set, the Waitomo glowworm caves, and the Maungatautari Ecological Reserve, all while enjoying the rich Māori culture of the area. Waikato Hospital sits on land gifted by Waikato iwi, along the banks of the Waikato River, making Hamilton a vibrant city that embodies the friendly Kiwi lifestyle. About You As a Cancer and Blood Research Fellow, you will be: - Registered with the Medical Council of New Zealand - Responsible for reviewing clinical trial patients across various disciplines - Overseeing the management of all aspects of trial patients, including new patient consultations, consent, screening, and follow-up - Registered or eligible to work in New Zealand How to Apply To apply for this position, please click 'Apply online' or visit our Waikato Careers website. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 11:59 PM on 9 June 2025. For further information, please contact: Anne Liggins Manager, Cancer and Blood Research Trials Unit Phone: +64 (0)21549632 Email: Anne.Liggins@waikatodhb.health.nz We will review applications as they are received and may begin the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement.