Medical Specialist - Haematological Pathology

Req ID:  7882
Date:  30 Sept 2026
Site:  VCCC (Parkville)
Location: 

MELBOURNE, VIC, AU, 3000

Company:  Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
Unit:  Haemapathology Medical
Division:  Business Ventures
Department:  Pathology
Enterprise Agreement:  Medical Specialists (Victorian Public Health Secto
Haemapathology 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

This is a two-year contract funded through clinical trial funding. We are seeking applications from suitably qualified and enthusiastic Haematopatholologists (FRCPA or equivalent) for part-time appointment (14 hrs/fortnight) within the Pathology Department.
 
This position would suit those with a career interest in academic clinical / translational research in Haematopathology and a desire to work as part of a strong collaborative multi-disciplinary team. The specific areas of expertise sought are in complex MRD immunophenotyping  and molecular analysis experience. Prior experience in clinical trials and a higher degree (MD or PhD) would be advantageous.
 
The successful applicant will have diagnostic and research roles and be involved in departmental teaching.
 
Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter outlining relative key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment.

For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary. Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion.

Hiring Manager: A/Prof David Westerman - Head of Haematopathology
Email: David.Westerman@petermac.org

Applications Close:10 Oct 2026

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Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.

 

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.