Clinical Fellowship in Otology and Skull Base Surgery

Ear Science Institute Australia, Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital (SCGH), and St John of God Hospital (SJOG)

The Fellowship in Otolaryngology at Ear Science Institute Australia and Department of Otolaryngology Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital provides a broad experience for surgeons who will assume leadership positions in academic centres and hospitals throughout the world. The position concentrates on specialised surgery involving the ear, skull base, vestibular system and inner ear. There is also an opportunity to be involved in an active head and neck oncology programme, rhinology and general otolaryngology.

The Fellow's responsibilities include junior surgeon education, clinical responsibilities, administration and managerial tasks. A high level of academic scholarship is expected through familiarity with relevant literature. The Fellowship is administered by Professor Marcus Atlas, Professor of Otolaryngology at The University of Western Australia.

Ear Science Institute Australia and Affiliated Hospitals

Ear Science Institute Australia is a clinical, research, and education institute dedicated to the investigation and treatment of hearing and ear disorders. The major hospitals involved in clinical care are Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital and St John of God Hospital, Subiaco. Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital is a large teaching hospital and is accredited with the Royal Australian College of Surgeons. The hospital deals with all sub-specialities in otolaryngology and has an otolaryngology training programme. The Department of Otolaryngology, University of Western Australia, is based at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital. St John of God Hospital, Subiaco, was established in 1897 and is one of Australia's leading private hospitals with 485 beds and a full range of on-site specialty diagnostic services.

Fellowships in Otology and Skull Base Surgery

The Fellowship experience is gained primarily in the offices, operating theatres and clinics of Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital. SCGH has a University affiliation and carries out a wide range of otolaryngology surgery. Complicated acoustic tumour, skull base and ear surgery is regularly performed at SCGH and SJOG. In addition, a Head and Neck Oncology clinic and surgery is carried once a week at SCGH. The Fellow will also be involved in the management of private patients at St John of God Hospital.

Surgery is scheduled for Monday, Tuesday and Thursday with two days set aside for active clinical or basic research.

The Fellow will be expected to attend regular Continuous Medical Education programmes including meetings involving diagnostic radiology, pathology and administrative matters. The Fellow will also be expected to be involved in clinical research programmes, submit clinical papers, and abstracts to appropriate venues for presentation and publication. Funding for ongoing interests and projects may be obtainable. A sophisticated Audio-visual Unit provides expertise in the production of videos, posters and presentations. The Fellow will be involved in undergraduate medical teaching and in otolaryngology trainee education.

A busy audiology and vestibular function unit is part of the Department. Cochlear implantation, both adult and children, is an important and growing unit within the Department. Newer, implantable hearing aids are now being utilised along with other implantable devices. The Fellow is expected to familiarise him or herself with this unit and provide ongoing education to a University-based audiology programme.

Duration and Funding

The Fellowship is of 6-12 months duration. Funding is provided by Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital and details are available on request. The arrangement of transportation, housing and relocation are the responsibility of the selected applicant but Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital administrative staff are available to assist. The next available funded position is from August 2012.  Applications close for this position July 2011.

Selection Process

The selection process for applicants will consist of:

• Applicant assessment and ranking - a short-list of applicants will be determined after assessment of CVs
• Reference reports will be requested on short-listed applicants only
• An interview will be required, but often will be made by telephone in cases where the applicant is overseas or out of Perth

Application Process

The Fellowship is available to qualified trainees in the specialty of otolaryngology - head and neck surgery - from around the world. Overseas Fellows are welcome. Such individuals shall have completed training. More detailed information will be made available upon successful application to the Fellowship.

To apply please email a copy of your current CV to [email]
CV Detail Requirements (pdf)

Other Important Information:

Overseas applicants maybe required to have sat relevant English Language Examinations for Medical Board registration. Further information can be found at http://www.medicalboard.com.au/pdfs/NationalEngLangPolicy.pdf. The IELTS (or approved equivalent) Test Report will be requested upon successful application to the Fellowship.

Information for Overseas Trained Doctors

The following link provides information for doctors who obtained their primary medical qualification outside of Australia and are interested in working as doctors in Western Australia.
http://www.overseasdoctors.health.wa.gov.au/home/

Further Information: [Source ENT News].

Research Fellowship in Ear and Skull-base Surgery

Ear Science Centre, University of Western Australia

Ear Science Centre, University of Western Australia provides research fellowships for surgeons who will assume leadership positions in academic centres and hospitals throughout the world. The Fellowship is at present unfunded and this will be the responsibility of the applicant. The Fellow will be involved in existing or new research projects, which in conjunction with the University need be considered for enrolment for a higher degree.

These fellowships will be suitable for surgeons who wish to continue previous research work, or outstanding trainees who would like to add a research component to their clinical training.

These one or two year fellowships are administered by Professor Marcus Atlas, the Professor of Otolaryngology at The University of Western Australia. The ESIA is a clinical, research and education institute dedicated to the investigation and treatment of hearing and ear disorders.

Other Important Information

Useful information on clinical fellowships in Australia is available here [Source ENT News].