Research Officer - Palliative Care

Req ID: 7262

Date: 7 May 2026

Site: VCCC (Parkville)

Location:

MELBOURNE, VIC, AU, 3000

Company: Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre

Unit: Palliative Care Medical

Division: Chief Operating Officer

Department: Integrated Palliative Care Service

Enterprise Agreement: Medical Scientists, Pharmacists and Psychologists

Palliative Care Medical

At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.

YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTURE
Research Officer - GENOS study
Fixed-Term until May 2028 | Part Time Role – 15 Hours per Fortnight

About the GENOS Study
GENOS is an Australian investigator-led, multi-centre opioid pharmacogenomic registry trial. The study aims to determine associations between key pharmacogenomic outcomes and responses to opioids in people experiencing pain related to incurable cancer.

About the Role
We are seeking a Research Officer to play a key role in the establishment and ongoing coordination of this important multi-site research project. The position is integral to the successful set-up, implementation, and management of the GENOS study across participating sites.
The successful applicant will provide project oversight, coordination, and trial management support, while contributing to the evaluation and reporting of research outcomes.

Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities may include:
• Coordinating the set-up and implementation of participating study sites
• Supporting project, database, and site management activities
• Coordinating communication and activities across multiple research sites
• Managing and maintaining the study database
• Monitoring and supporting external site accrual targets
• Coordinating pathology batch shipments
• Assisting lead investigators with study-related queries
• Supporting evaluation, reporting, and overall trial management activities

Remuneration as per Medical Scientists, Pharmacists and Psychologists Victorian Public Sector (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2025. MEDICAL SCIENTIST GR2, Year 1 (RY4): $94,478.80 (full-time equivalent - to be prorated for Part Time) - Year 4 (RY7): $106,906.80 (full-time equivalent - to be prorated for Part Time), dependent on candidate experience. To be discussed with Hiring Manager.

Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter outlining relative key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment.

Hiring Manager: Dr Aaron Wong
Contact Number: (03) 8559 7962
Email: Aaron.Wong@petermac.org

Applications Close: 11:59PM Thursday 21 May 2026

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Position Summary

The aim of the position is to support the development, project management and successful progress of a multi-centre opioid pharmacogenomic registry trial.

The research fellow will provide oversight, coordination, and management of this project guiding the evaluation and oversight of the reporting and research outcomes of the project. The focus of this research is to determine associations between key pharmacogenomic outcomes and response to opioids in people suffering from pain as a result of incurable cancer.

Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting the day-to-day conduct of this research projects on an as needs basis.
Direct engagement and communication with each recruiting clinical site involved to facilitate the smooth running and proactive recruitment to the study.
Organisation and participation in research related activities such as research meetings with study teams and dissemination.
Undertake collection and management of electronic, laboratory, and health service research data across all stages of the study.

From time to time there may be opportunities to contribute to other projects according to interest and capacity.

Enterprise Agreement

Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) Single Interest Employer Agreement 2024-2028 (or other applicable EBA for non-nursing applicants)

Classification or Salary Range

Research Nurse Level 3 or equivalent (depending on level of experience of successful applicant)

Immunisation Risk Category

Category B: Position unlikely to have contact with blood or other body fluid

Key Relationships

Internal	Parkville Integrated Palliative Care Service
External	The Palliative Nexus Research Group Palliative Care Researchers across Victoria, Australia and Internationally

Skills

Essential Requirements

Degree in science, psychology, General Nursing or health related discipline that meets the requirements of Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency or equivalent.
Experience in working effectively, providing supervision and management of advisory groups and teams
Highly developed interpersonal and verbal communication skills with the ability to liaise and work effectively with a range of people across all levels of the organisation.
Excellent written communication skills with prior experience of project report writing
Demonstrated ability to apply research methodologies and quantitative/qualitative data analysis
High-level problem-solving skills with the ability to exercise judgement and initiative, while maintaining commitment to achieving outcomes
Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team
Excellent organisational and time management skills
Flexibility and ability to develop new skills
Demonstrated attention to detail

Desirable Requirements

Experience in Palliative Care research or clinical work
PhD, or research higher degree or substantial progress towards PhD in relevant area
Expertise in laboratory procedures (e.g. nucleic acid extraction)

Key Accountabilities

Key Accountabilities	Demonstrated By / Key Performance Indicators
1. General	Perform duties of the position to best of their ability and to an acceptable standard Comply with all organisational policies, procedures, by laws and directions Treat others with respect and always behave professionally Participate in the annual performance review process Display adaptability and flexibility to meet the changing operational needs of the service Comply with applicable Enterprise Bargaining Agreement provisions Display a willingness to develop self and seek to improve performance
2. Clinical Quality and Safety	Attend orientation upon commencement Maintain clinical registration and any required indemnity cover as applies Always work within approved scope of practice under supervision by more senior staff as appropriate. Take personal responsibility for the quality and safety of work undertaken Complete annual clinical competencies and mandatory training Consult with peers and other experts and refer to other healthcare workers when appropriate and in a timely manner Collaborate and clearly communicate with patients/clients and the healthcare team Participate in clinical risk management and continuous quality improvement activities as part of day-to-day work
3. Person Centred Care	Ensure consumers receive information in an appropriate and accessible format Ensure consumers are aware of their rights responsibilities and how to provide feedback
4. Health and Safety	Protect the health and safety of self and others, complying with all health and safety related policies, procedures and directions If required, undertake a Fit Test as per the Respiratory Protection Program at commencement of employment and then annually

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WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC

Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.
Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.