Colorectal Fellow (Research)

Programme overview

Research fellow in the Nepean Colorectal Surgical Unit facilitating current and new research projects; aim of three peer-reviewed publications in 12 months; encouraged to pursue a higher degree via the Nepean Institute of Academic Surgery and University of Sydney.

Source intake statement at last review: Official GSA PFET vacancy list; applications listed as closing 2 August 2026 (closed)

A published programme or position count does not establish a current vacancy.

Training and clinical exposure

Private assisting for colorectal surgeons at Nepean and Somerset private hospitals, about 3-4 sessions per week including 4 robotic sessions per month; encouraged to join public operating and endoscopy listsCaptured from the official source listed below

International applicant assessment

Acceptance, medical registration and immigration are separate decisions. Clinical training does not automatically confer operative privileges.

Can international surgeons apply?

Eligibility unclear — confirm with the programmeCaptured from the official source listed below

Clinical role and hands-on restrictions

Research with private assistingCaptured from the official source listed below

Medical registration

Not yet confirmed from an official sourceNot yet confirmed

Language

EnglishCaptured from the official source listed below

Visa or work authorisation

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Application timeline and contact

Application deadline

2 August 2026 (closed)Captured from the official source listed below

Commencement / intake

2027Captured from the official source listed below

Application cycle

Not yet confirmed from an official sourceNot yet confirmed

Published positions — not remaining vacancies

1Captured from the official source listed below

How to apply

Email application to Jodie@drellisclark.com.auCaptured from the official source listed below

Official programme contact

Dr Jodie Ellis-Clark 0407 242 537; Dr Sinan Albayati 0403 551 808Captured from the official source listed below

Eligibility and application documents

Published entry requirements

Not yet confirmed from an official sourceNot yet confirmed

Application documents

Not stated on listCaptured from the official source listed below

Benefits, funding and costs

Salary or funding

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Fees and upfront expenses

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Benefits and support

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Accommodation or relocation

Not yet confirmed from an official sourceNot yet confirmed

Unknown funding does not mean unpaid; unknown fees do not mean free. Confirm the written appointment terms before committing.

Host institution

Nepean Hospital

Nepean Hospital in Penrith, Australia hosts this official-source SurgFellow record in Colorectal Surgery. Listings do not imply endorsement or an open intake.