Careers at the Cancer Institute NSW

Current opportunities

The Cancer Institute NSW is Australia's first statewide, government supported cancer control agency. The Institute is saving lives through promoting the best cancer research, prevention, early detection, treatment and education initiatives and is driving innovation in cancer care in NSW.

Program Manager Cancer Service Performance

Your opportunity to be work with industry experts in the development and delivery of clinical cancer programs and be involved in enhancing cancer care.

The Cancer Services & Education Division’s priority is to enhance Cancer Services and Professional Education aimed at improving cancer survival and quality of life for patients and their carers. Key program areas include; Patient Supportive Care, Smarter Models of Care & eviQ Cancer Treatments Online.

Reporting to the Director Cancer Services and Education, you will manage the funding of key area health service delivered programs aimed at enhancing cancer care. You will develop a quality performance framework that facilitates the reporting, monitoring and evaluation of cancer services across NSW in line with validated cancer health outcomes and measures of performance. You will oversee the operations of the tumour specific Cancer Networks to facilitate the application of best evidence based clinical practice in addition to leading and mentoring a team of specialists.

The successful candidate will have demonstrated understanding and experience in the area of program development and evaluation along with the application of performance indicators and evidence based best practice. You will have excellent leadership skills to mentor a team of specialists as well as the ability to drive change and facilitate the implementation of an array of clinical programs. You will be experienced in all phases of project management from concept to completion with an ability to manage and monitor program budges. Exceptional stakeholder engagement and consultation skills will see you succeed in this role.

Interested candidates should access the application form and a comprehensive position description outlining the selection criteria for the position.

For further information please contact Merle Mendonca on 02 8374 5622.

Applications close on Monday March 29, 2010.

Manager, Australian Mesothelioma Register

Three year full-time contract position
New opportunity to establish and manage a register and relationships with internal and external stakeholders

The Cancer Institute NSW is Australia's first state-wide, government supported Cancer control agency, saving lives through promoting the best cancer research, prevention, early detection, treatment and education initiatives. A consortium led by the Cancer Institute NSW was successful in their submission to Safe Work Australia for the management of the Australian Mesothelioma Register (AMR). This includes the collection of all new national cases, the collection of information on occupational and environmental exposure to asbestos of diagnosed patients and the production of reports.

Reporting to the Manager, Central Cancer Registry you will be responsible for the development, implementation and maintenance of a system for timely notification of new cases of mesothelioma in collaboration with State and Territory cancer registries. You will also be responsible for establishing relationships with internal and external stakeholders and managing the contract with Safe Work Australia.

To be successful in this role you must have appropriate tertiary qualifications or equivalent industry experience, and knowledge of current database management technologies and the capacity to use data extraction tools such as SQL, SAS or similar. Candidates must also have demonstrated experience in project management, budget development, stakeholder consultation and monitoring and evaluation.

For all positions at the Cancer Institute NSW applicants must be able to demonstrate in their application that they meet the selection criteria.

Interested candidates should access the application form and a comprehensive position description outlining the selection criteria for the position.

For further information please contact Elaine Boyd on 02 8374 5607.

Applications close on Friday 12 March 2010.

Data Manager, Australian Mesothelioma Register

Three year part-time contract
New opportunity to support the establishment of a new register

Reporting to the Manager, AMR you will responsible for development of the register database, coordination of the transfer and integration of historical data, and the establishment and maintenance of appropriate quality practices and operating protocols. You will also be responsible for reporting and other related activities ensuring compliance with relevant standards, practices and statutory requirements.

To be successful in this role you must have appropriate tertiary qualifications in health information management and demonstrated experience in the development, maintenance and validation of an extensive dataset in public health. You must also have good oral and written communication, interpersonal and stakeholder management skills and demonstrated experience with databases, word processing, spreadsheets, statistical analysis and query language software.

For all positions at the Cancer Institute NSW applicants must be able to demonstrate in their application that they meet the selection criteria.

Interested candidates should access the application form and a comprehensive position description outlining the selection criteria for the positions.

For further information please contact Elaine Boyd on 02 8374 5607.

Applications close on Friday 12 March 2010.

Operations Manager, Centre for Health Record Linkage (CHeReL)

Full-time permanent position
Opportunity to make a significant contribution to the operational management of the centre

The Centre for Health Record Linkage (CHeReL) is jointly managed by the Cancer Institute NSW and NSW Health. It is hosted by the Cancer Institute NSW, the NSW Government’s lead cancer agency. The CHeReL has been established to provide record linkage services in NSW and the ACT and provides key infrastructure to support health research, and the planning and evaluation of health services.

In this role you will be required to oversee the day to day operations of the CHeReL including acting as Manager where necessary; managing the provision of record linkage services to clients; providing technical supervision for staff; providing advice to staff, data custodians, researchers and other stakeholders on the technical, legal, privacy and ethical issues in record linkage. You will also be required to represent the CHeReL on external committees and communicate and promote the work of the CHeReL.

To be successful in this role you will have appropriate tertiary qualifications in a health related discipline, experience in a research, clinical or population health environment and experience using SAS to manipulate large administrative datasets for health research or evaluation. You will also have an understanding of data linkage and the capacity to use data extraction tools and well developed interpersonal skills in communication, negotiation and consultation.

Interested candidates should access the application form and a comprehensive position description outlining the selection criteria for the position.

For further information please contact Elaine Boyd on 02 8374 5607.

Applications close on Friday 12 March 2010.

Assistant Accountant

Maternity Leave cover
Up to 11 months
Commencement in May 2010

As Assistant Accountant you will be responsible for the coordination of payroll, accounting and financial reporting services. You will prepare a range of statutory based financial reports to support the delivery of financial management & accounting services and manage the disbursement of funds to research grant recipients. In addition you will coordinate the collection of workforce profile data, process invoices, and ensure compliance of policy with regards to reimbursements of expenses.

The successful candidate will have experience in payroll management gained in a complex, multi industrial award environment. You will have a thorough understanding of public sector accounting practices and have prior experience in coordinating a range of accounting and financial services. You will possess excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills with an ability to manage effective stakeholder relationships. Appropriate tertiary qualifications would be advantageous.

For further information please contact Merle Mendonca on 02 8374 5622.

Applications close on Friday 5 March 2010.

Join the Monitoring Evaluation and Research Unit at the Cancer Institute NSW.

The Monitoring Evaluation and Research Unit is responsible for a range of activities to meet the Institutes reporting requirements. This includes regular reporting for Divisions and Units, analytical support for reporting and special projects, and collaboration and advice on the design and development of methods to evaluate programs and projects. The Unit also operates a statistical and epidemiological consultancy service and is integral to building research capacity within the Institute.

Other key functions include the design, development and refinement of information systems to support the Institute’s monitoring, evaluation and reporting activities.

Manager Data & Reporting

New permanent position
Manage a web based online analysis and reporting tool
Establish and manage a data access process

The Manager, Data & Reporting is responsible for overseeing the provision of information in response to data requests received by the Cancer Information & Registries division and the Cervical Screening Program. The role is responsible for the ongoing development and maintenance of a web based analysis and reporting tool, the establishment and management of a data access process, and the provision of expert advice for the interpretation of data. The role is also responsible for day to day management of an Analyst Data and Reporting Systems.

For all positions at the Cancer Institute NSW applicants must be able to demonstrate in their application that they meet the selection criteria.

Interested candidates should access application form and a comprehensive position description outlining the selection criteria for the positions.

For further information please contact Elaine Boyd on 02 8374 5607.

Applications close on Friday 5 March 2010

Project Officer NSW Cervical Screening Program

As the Project Officer NSW Cervical Screening Program (CSP), you will implement projects with the aim of increasing cervical screening participation rates, especially in hard to reach groups. You will be responsible for project planning, scoping, stakeholder consultation, resourcing, key milestone reporting, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and related activities, and ensuring completion of projects within agreed timeframes, quality standards and budgeted costs. You will also provide timely accurate research and data analysis to support existing and new initiatives of the Program.

With a sound understanding of the health system in NSW and the Commonwealth, the successful candidate will have appropriate tertiary qualifications in an appropriate discipline or demonstrated equivalent, relevant professional experience and training. You will be experienced in project management, with well developed organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.

For all positions at the Cancer Institute NSW applicants must be able to demonstrate in their application that they meet the selection criteria.

Interested candidates should access the application form and a comprehensive position description outlining the selection criteria for this position.

For further information please contact Kathy Giang on 02 8374 5715.

Applications close on Friday 5 March 2010.

Manager IT Infrastructure

Take your leadership expertise to new heights

Leading edge technology
Dynamic environment
Attractive remuneration & benefits

You will manage all aspects of the IT Service Desk, including the delivery of high quality IT Infrastructure systems aimed at ensuring optimal implementation of contemporary ICT solutions to achieve key strategic outcomes. You will provide technical guidance, lead and mentor a small team of IT professionals. You will work collaboratively with the IT Manager in the development, maintenance and implementation of policies, procedures, statutory regulations and strategic planning initiatives to meet existing and emerging technology requirements. You will also be responsible for maintaining optimal security and integrity standards consistent with the organisation’s Information Security Management System (ISMS).

You will be experienced in leading an IT infrastructure team, with in-depth technical knowledge and experience including Microsoft Windows 7 & Server 2008 Operating Systems, Active Directory, virtualisation technologies, Blade Servers and Storage Area Networks. You will have extensive project management experience and the ability to deliver concurrent projects. Your ability to set future direction and inspire the team to create innovative solutions will see you succeed in this role.

For further information please contact Merle Mendonca on 02 8374 5622.

Applications close on Monday 8 March, 2010.

Coordinator Clinical Consultation, New South Wales Oncology Groups (NSWOG)

As Coordinator Clinical Consultation you will coordinate the dissemination of information to clinical experts as part of NSW Oncology Groups, develop clinical panels and establish web-based communication methodologies for electronic clinical consultation. You will organise workshops, maintain an online information repository and coordinate the delivery and technical administration of web-based seminars. This role involves building a clinical stakeholder base through engagement and collaboration with professional bodies.

The successful candidate will have experience in organising workshops, including the preparation, evaluation and distribution of documentation. You will have excellent communication skills with an ability to engage diverse stakeholders. You will have advanced skills in office computing applications including presentation and webpage software.

Interested candidates should access the application form and a comprehensive position description outlining the selection criteria for the positions.

For further information please contact Merle Mendonca on 02 8374 5622.

Applications close on Monday 29 March 2010.

Application information

For all positions at the Cancer Institute NSW applicants must be able to demonstrate in their application that they meet the selection criteria. To apply for a position, interested candidates should access application information and a comprehensive position descriptions outlining the selection criteria. Applicants should submit an application that aligns with the requirements outlined in the application form.

The successful applicant will be expected to show commitment to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity, Occupational Health and Safety, Cultural Diversity policies and programs and ethical practices.

Please forward your completed application with all relevant documents to:

Human Resources
Cancer Institute NSW
PO Box 41
ALEXANDRIA NSW 1435
Australia
Applications can be emailed to the Cancer Institute NSW. Please title the e-mail subject heading with the position title.

Relevant Documents

Introduction to the Cancer Institute NSW

Application Form