Details - Research Fellow, Violet Vines Marshman Centre for Rural Health Research (VVMCRHR)

• Research Fellow (Level B)
• Full-Time
• Continuing
• Based at Bendigo Campus

La Trobe University is seeking an outstanding early career researcher to join the Violet Vines Marshman Centre for Rural Health Research (VVMCRHR), located within the La Trobe Rural Health School – Australia’s largest and most multidisciplinary rural health school.

As a Research Fellow, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-impact, outcomes-focused research that addresses disparities in rural health and wellbeing. The role is based at our vibrant Bendigo campus and offers the opportunity to be part of a nationally recognised centre of excellence in rural health research.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and contribute to high-quality research aligned with the Centre’s priorities, particularly across the RISE4SkinCancer and Rural Health Consumer Panel projects.
• Drive research translation through strong engagement with community, industry, and government partners.
• Produce peer-reviewed publications and contribute to funding applications and ethics approvals.
• Support the research capacity of the Centre by mentoring colleagues and collaborating across multidisciplinary teams.
• Build your track record as a supervisor of Honours, Masters and/or PhD students.

About You:

• A PhD or equivalent research experience in a relevant field.
• Proven research track record, including peer-reviewed publications and conference contributions.
• Strong skills in qualitative and/or quantitative data analysis, with a commitment to collaborative and participatory research approaches.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work productively in diverse and inclusive teams.
• Experience in managing research projects and liaising effectively with external partners.

How to apply

Closing date:  By 11:55pm Thursday 3^rd July 2025

Position Enquiries:    Leigh Kinsman via email - l.kinsman@latrobe.edu.au

Recruitment Enquiries:  Recruitmen@latrobe.edu.au

Position Description below:

 PD-NEW-Research Fellow.pdf

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

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

• Cover letter;
• An up to date resume

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