Member Opportunities

These grants aim to increase access to ophthalmic education and networks through participating virtually in the RANZCO 56th Annual Scientific Congress, taking place 14-17 November 2025.

These opportunities are open to Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander, Māori and/or Pacific medical students and junior doctors interested in ophthalmology as a career, as well as Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander, Māori and/or Pacific RANZCO VTP trainees. Applicants must be members of the Australian Indigenous Doctors’ Association (AIDA), Te Ohu Rata o Aotearoa (Te ORA), or the Pasifika Medical Association (PMA).

For more information visit this opportunity at the ANZEF Scholarship page.

These scholarships aim to increase access to ophthalmic education and networks of aspiring ophthalmologists through participating in the RANZCO 56th Annual Scientific Congress, taking place in Naarm / Melbourne from 14-17 November 2025.

These opportunities are open to AIDA member Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander medical students and junior doctors interested in ophthalmology as a career.

For more information visit this opportunity at the ANZEF Scholarship page.

The ANZEF scholarships aim to facilitate the participation of aspiring ophthalmologists at AIDA 2025.

They are available to First Nations medical students and junior doctors who are members of AIDA and have an interest in eye health and ophthalmology.

The Australian Indigenous Doctors’ Association Conference (AIDA 2025) will take place from 27-29 November on Gadigal Country / Sydney.

The multi-day event provides invaluable opportunities for those attending to network and share experiences with peers, as well as a platform to learn, develop and share individual stories in a culturally safe environment.

For more information visit this opportunity at the ANZEF Scholarship page.

The General Practice National Registrar Survey (GP NRS) is an annual, national survey of GP registrars currently training in the AGPT, RVTS and RGTS programs. The information is used by stakeholders and the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing to assure the quality of training provision in the program, enable continuous improvement and benchmark response nationally to ensure equity in the provision of training.
Each GP registrar in active training during Sem 1 will have been emailed by ACER with a unique link to participate. Please participate to ensure the data collected is valid and reliable and can be used to drive policy and program development. The survey is open to 18 July.

Cancer Australia, in partnership with the Aurora Education Foundation is calling for applications for the second round of the First Nations Cancer Scholarships program.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander post graduate students, early career researchers and health professionals in cancer related fields are encouraged to apply for up to $120,000 annually for up to 3 years, as well as academic, wellbeing and community support.

The goal of the scholarship program is to expand the network of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people actively involved in cancer control, further embedding Indigenous voices into cancer policy and research. and care delivery.

• Full -time, fixed term for 2 years
• Exciting opportunity to be a Lecturer within the School of Medical Sciences
• Base Salary starting from $122,830 + 17% superannuation

The School of Medical Sciences is seeking to appoint a Lecturer (Education) who will apply their learnings through research and scholarly activity to inform their education practice. They make significant contribution to teaching and learning practice, education design and evaluation, and will be on a trajectory towards educational leadership. They will dedicate the majority of their contribution to teaching (up to 70% – 80%).

The Deadly Sex Congress Committee are calling for expressions of interest to present at the Deadly Sex Congress 2025.

Share your insights and work in sexual health and blood-borne viruses with the Queensland Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workforce by presenting at the Deadly Sex Congress. The Congress is running from 22-23 October in Gimuy (Cairns) on the land of the Gimuy Walubarra Yidinji peoples.

All topics and formats are welcome, with presentations on Health Workers and Practitioners’ projects and experiences in sexual health especially encouraged. Final speaker selection is subject to approval. Apply at https://ashm.org.au/initiatives/deadly-sex-congress/

Ocean Health Clinic are seeking an experienced VR General Practitioner who has a passion for the environment to join our team on a full time / part time basis.
We are a privately owned and operated mixed billing practice located in the beautiful Palm Cove, QLD.
We have a well established patient base as well as high tourist traffic. With strong administrative support, modern facilities and excellent practice growth opportunities, this is a fantastic opportunity for a GP to thrive in a supportive and collaborative environment.
We have flexible work option and willing to cover school holidays which makes this perfect for families.

The IGPTN is currently recruiting for two exciting roles in our Medical Education team. We are seeking Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Fellows or New Fellows who are passionate about supporting, mentoring and educating the next generation of Indigenous GPs and RGs.

Available Roles:
Lead Medical Educator – 0.4 FTE (2 days per week)
A leadership opportunity to guide IGPTN’s education strategy and activities.

Medical Educator – 0.2 FTE (1 day per week)
A key role supporting the delivery of IGPTN’s programs, mentoring, and peer support.

To Apply:
Send a short cover letter (addressing selection criteria) and your CV to: Chair@igptn.org.au

The First Nations Cancer Scholarship (Scholarship) will support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander graduate students, health professionals, and early-career researchers (ECRs) to undertake full-time postgraduate study (graduate certificate, masters or PhD) or research in a cancer-related field. The purpose of the Scholarship is to support Scholars in building the skills and knowledge required to inform strategies to improve cancer outcomes for Indigenous communities and increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leaders in cancer-related fields.

Administered by Aurora, each scholarship is valued at up to $120, 000 AUD per year, for up to three years.

ANZCA Indigenous Health Committee sponsorship packages to attend the 2025 Faculty of Pain Medicine Spring Meeting are now open

ANZCA is offering sponsorship packages for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and Māori doctors in specialty training (registrars) and early career specialists to attend the Faculty of Pain Medicine’s Spring Meeting.

Through attending the FPM Spring Meeting and engaging directly with specialist pain medicine physicians, the program aims to foster interest in pain medicine among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and Māori registrars and early career specialists

Applications must be completed by 4 August

The Oceanic Palliative Care Conference (OPCC) is one of the biggest, premier palliative care conference in the southern hemisphere.

Over the years it has brought together 1000+ experts, professionals and decision makers from across Australia, New Zealand and the broader Oceanic region to shape the future of care.

This year 25OPCC will take us a step further in learning and sharing real world solutions that respond to the challenges of an ageing population.

Our theme for 2025 is ‘connecting systems for better care’. Aged care, primary health, oncology, dementia, disability services, paediatrics, Indigenous health – everyone is encouraged to be part of 25OPCC. Register today!

The ALIGN Victoria team is thrilled to announce the WEHI Indigenous Visiting Research Fellowship. The successful candidate will join a project which focuses on understanding advanced genomic and multi-omic technologies that support successful diagnoses for Indigenous patients with rare immune conditions. This will be based at the WEHI Parkville Campus in Melbourne, Victoria. Flexible funding of up to $300,000 over a two-year period is available, including potential for relocation assistance. For more information, please visit our website here.

If you are an Indigenous postgraduate researcher, scientist, or clinician interested in research, please consider applying via the website.

We have exciting opportunities for Rural Generalists with Anaesthetics or Obstetrics, to join the team on tropical Thursday Island!

Working in the Torres Strait Islands gives Medical Officers the opportunity to enjoy a relaxed lifestyle in some of the most beautiful natural environments in Australia. Our Medical Officers enjoy a strong profile within their communities. Through these connections, you can have the ability to become involved within and have influence in the community.

Does this sound like where you want to be?

Give Jen a call for a yarn!
#CareerUpHere

The South Australia Branch of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of
Ophthalmologists (RANZCO) is offering Ophthalmology Elective Grants between $1,000 – $3,000 for First Nations medical students at Flinders University and The University of Adelaide.

This grant aims to support and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander medical students to pursue an Ophthalmology elective, potentially leading to a future career in the field.

Funds are to be used towards any travel and associated costs to participate in an elective term in Ophthalmology either in Adelaide, Alice Springs, or an approved outreach location. SA medical student? Think you might be interested? Get in touch!

We are looking for a motivated General Practitioner who is dedicated to, and passionate about, providing high quality, culturally sound health care within the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community. As a key member of the Pangula Mannamurna Aboriginal Corporation you will be working closely with the clinic team as well as providing a comprehensive client experience. You will play an integral role in ensuring clinical care is in line with national standards and fostering a culture focused on providing comprehensive client service. This is a full time position, based at the Mount Gambier clinic, with part time applications also considered.

Are you interested in academic publishing and editorial work? The Editorial team at the Australian Journal of Primary Health are looking to welcome new Associate Editors.
Associate Editors have responsibility for handling manuscripts and determining the suitability of manuscripts for publication. Responsibilities include scrutiny of manuscripts, selection of appropriate reviewers, assessing reviewer reports, reaching a preliminary decision, communicating feedback to authors, and reaching a final decision.
Associate Editors will have personalised support from the Editors-in-Chief, Prof Virginia Lewis (Latrobe) and Prof Liz Sturgiss (Bond) to assist with the complexities of peer review.