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Research Officer

La Trobe University
$87,060 - $110,238 a year
Melbourne, Victoria
Part time
4 days ago

Work type:Fixed Term

  • Part time .40 FTE
  • Based at La Trobe University’s Melbourne (Bundoora) campus
  • Fixed term opportunity until 31 December 2026
  • Level A Academic (Research only)
  • Work with inspiring people who are driven to make a difference

About the position

The research focus of the Centre is to increase sport and exercise medicine knowledge through excellent collaborative research and translate knowledge to policy, practice, participation, health, and wellbeing. Level A research only academic is expected to contribute towards the research effort of the institution and to develop their research expertise through the pursuit of defined projects relevant to the particular field of research.

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, you will have;

  • Completion of a bachelor’s degree in a health-related discipline (e.g., physiotherapy, podiatry, exercise science, biomechanics, anatomy and physiology, nutrition and dietetics, nursing, medicine) and evidence of participation in higher level study relevant to discipline or professional area.
  • Evidence of experience in research and evaluation and the ability to work effectively under limited supervision or independently.
  • High level organisational skills including effective time and workload management, problem-solving skills.
  • Effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively with people from a diverse range of backgrounds in a cooperative and collegial manner.

Welcome to Bundoora campus – Please click on the video link below:

https://f.io/KDo0ceng

Benefits:

  • 17% employer contributed superannuation
  • On site childcare facilities
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses

How to apply

Closing date: By 11:55pm Tuesday 5th August 2025.

Position Enquiries: Adam Culvenor, NHMRC Emerging Leadership Research Fellow

Email: [email protected]

Recruitment Enquiries: Talent Acquisition Operations Officer, Yola El-hassanieh;

Email: [email protected]

Please refer to the Position Description below for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.


Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following document/s:

  • Cover letter
  • An up to date resume

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.

Why Join La Trobe:

  • Develop your career at an innovative, global university where you’ll collaborate with community and industry to create impact.
  • Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses – the perfect hub for industry, students and academics.
  • Help transform the lives of students, partners and communities now and in the future.

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