Job Type: Contract position | Part time position

Job Description

Monash Health is a great place to work To learn more about our organisation visit monashhealth.org. To see first-hand what our colleagues think about working here, take a look at the following short videos: monashhealth.org/careers.

Monash Health is Victoria's largest and most comprehensive health service. For more than 170 years, Monash Health and its predecessors have provided safe, high-quality healthcare for people at every life stage. With 25,500 employees, we provide care to south-eastern metropolitan Melbourne and rural Victoria from over 40 locations, via telehealth, within local communities and in people's homes.

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. At Monash Health we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and work to our six guiding principles and our five ICare values.

About Monash Doctors To help grow your career, there are more than 1,900 Junior and 1,700 Senior Doctors at Monash Health in over 200 medical specialties. We offer unparallel opportunities in Victoria's largest & most clinically diverse teaching health service.

About The Colorectal Surgery Unit The Colorectal Surgery unit is based in Dandenong Hospital in Melbourne's southeast.

It is one of the busiest colorectal units in Australia achieving more than 450 major resections a year. It is staffed by 10 colorectal surgeons, 2 fellows, 3 registrars, 2 HMOs and 5 interns. The unit is recognised by the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons for

General Surgery registrar training (SET program)



as well as by the Training Board in Colorectal Surgery (TBCRS) of the Colorectal Society of Australia and New Zealand (CSSANZ) for post-fellowship training in Colorectal Surgery. About the Role

We are looking for a positive, committed and inspiring research fellow to join our team to provide the best in patient care as well as foster research endeavours in the Colorectal Unit. The successful candidate is given the opportunity to develop and refine their clinical skills as well as further their research interests in collaboration with the research team. The role is remunerated at 0.5EFT.

Additional income can be supplemented by private assisting and research grants obtained for specific projects. About You

To ensure your success in this role you will bring the following demonstrated skills, experience and knowledge: Appropriate skills, experience and knowledge as evidenced by completion of General Surgical training

Mandatory requirements of the role: Primary medical degree (MBBS) or equivalent All candidates will require Australian working rights

Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) Employee Working with Children's Check?

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

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 Dr William Teoh - Medical Head of Unit, Colorectal Surgery via email at ************@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 chance. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.

Applications close August 20th, 2026.

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