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Pharmacy Summer Student
Full-time fixed term role 4 weeks (November - December 2026)
Parkville location with multiple transport options
Pharmacy student classification (RQ9) Superannuation
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 compassion and excellence and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.
About the Team
The Pharmacy Department at Peter Mac delivers a comprehensive patient-centred clinical pharmacy service ensuring the safe and timely provision of medicines and treatments. Working in partnership with multidisciplinary teams the department is actively involved in research clinical trials medication safety and quality improvement initiatives that enhance patient care and service delivery.
About the Role
Peter Mac is offering a summer placement opportunity for pharmacy students interested in hospital pharmacy cancer care and research.
There are two temporary full-time positions available (4-week placement). Placement dates are flexible with students able to nominate from the following options:
Option 1: 16/11/26 to 11/12/26
Option 2: 23/11/26 to 18/12/26
Option 3: 30/11/26 to 24/12/26
Students must be available for the full duration of their nominated placement and should ensure the placement dates do not conflict with university commitments.
Project 1 Quality Use of Medicines
In this project one student will have the opportunity to:
Contribute to a quality improvement audit that supports patient care
Work alongside experienced pharmacists in inpatient and outpatient pharmacy
Throughout the placement youll gain valuable insight into specialist oncology pharmacy practice develop your professional skills and explore the diverse career opportunities available within hospital pharmacy and cancer care.
Key responsibilities
Complete a quality improvement audit or research project aligned with departmental priorities
Assist with data collection analysis and interpretation
Prepare a written report summarising project outcomes and recommendations
Present project findings to the Pharmacy Department at the conclusion of the placement
Participate in clinical and operational pharmacy activities under the supervision of pharmacists
Assist with a range of pharmacy activities in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
Project 2 Pharmacogenomics
This project provides hands-on experience for one student to:
Contribute to a systematic literature review to identify strategies for optimising the discrete integration of pharmacogenomics into the electronic health record
Work alongside hospital pharmacists specialising in the field of pharmacogenomics
Throughout the summer placement you will have the opportunity to gain valuable insight into hospital pharmacy practice develop your research skills and have exposure to the diverse career opportunities of hospital pharmacists.
Key responsibilities
Conduct title and abstract screening of published literature according to predefined eligibility criteria
Perform full-text assessment of potentially eligible studies
Extract study characteristics and relevant outcome data using data collection forms
Support data organisation management and quality assurance throughout the review process
Participate in project meetings and discussions regarding study findings
Present project findings to the Pharmacy Department at the conclusion of the placement
About you
Current enrolment in 3rd year Bachelor of Pharmacy or equivalent
Interest in hospital pharmacy research and quality improvement activities
Demonstrated skills in communication and time management
Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team
Experience in Australian community or hospital pharmacy (desired)
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally including:
Public transport options at our doorstep and end of trip facilities for cyclists
Onsite eateries and coffee shops and inviting rooftop garden spaces
Inclusion and belonging
Peter Mac celebrates values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community. We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA linguistically culturally and/or gender diverse people with disability and people of any age to apply for our roles.
Join us!
If you feel this opportunity is right for you we warmly invite you to apply and encourage your early application. Applicants should provide a covering letter highlighting their key skills and experience to assist with our assessment. All appointments are made subject to satisfactory police check and vaccination evidence. We acknowledge that not all applicants will meet the full list of selection criteria outlined and wherever possible we will consider applications where relevant experience can apply.
For a confidential discussion about:
Project 1 - please contact Saniya Manani Senior Pharmacist Quality Use of Medicines at or.
Project 2 - please contact Hana Melhem Pharmacogenomics Pharmacist at or.
Alternatively - Marliese Alexander Deputy Director of Pharmacy Quality and Research at or.
Applications Close: 11:59PM Thursday 27 August 2026
Project 1 Quality Use of Medicines
During the placement the student will work closely with the Quality Use of Medicines Pharmacist to complete a quality improvement audit or research project including data collection and analysis and present their findings and recommendations to the Pharmacy Department. The placement also provides exposure to clinical pharmacy practice and opportunities to work alongside pharmacists within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Project 2 Pharmacogenomics
Pharmacogenomics (PGx) sometimes referred to as precision medicine is the study of how genetics influence a persons response to medications. PGx has the potential to improve treatment effectiveness and reduce adverse drug reactions by informing medication selection and dosing. As healthcare systems increasingly integrate PGx information into electronic medical records (EMRs) optimising clinical workflows has become an important focus for translating genetic information into routine patient care.
Medical Scientists Pharmacists & Psychologists (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2025
Pharmacy Student (RQ9)
Category B
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For further information about this opportunity click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively please contact us for a confidential discussion.
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.
