- Fixed term up to 2 years, Part time .20 FTE / 1 day per week
- Based at our La Trobe University’s Bundoora campus
- Academic Level A (Research only)
- Base salary from $84,205 pro rata plus 17% superannuation contributions
About the position
The position is located in the La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre within the School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport. 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.
Skills and Experience
To be considered for this position, you will have;
- Completion of a Bachelor’s degree in the relevant discipline, 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.
- A record of contribution to publications, conference papers and/or reports, or professional or technical contributions which provide evidence of research potential.
- Effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively with people from a diverse range of backgrounds.
- Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team in a cooperative and collegial manner.
- Experience and/or skills in qualitative and/or quantitative research methods and analysis
- Experience and/or skills in creating multimedia resources (PowerPoint, infographics)
- Experience and/or skills related to injury prevention and/or management in team sports
- Experience in the elite and community sporting contexts
Benefits:
- 17% employer contributed superannuation
- Flexible work arrangements
- Employee Benefits
- Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses
How to apply
Closing date: By 11:55pm Monday 20th April 2026
Position Enquiries: Brooke Patterson, Senior Research Fellow
Email: B.Patterson@latrobe.edu.au
Recruitment Enquiries: Talent Acquisition Operations Officer, Yola El-hassanieh;
Email: Y.El-hassanieh@latrobe.edu.au
Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.
PD Research Officer.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 addressing your suitability for the position (max 1 page); and
- An up to date resume;
- A separate document addressing at least four of the Essential Criteria ‘Skills and knowledge required for the position’, which is located in the position description.
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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 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
La Trobe’s Cultural Qualities:
La Trobe University is committed to upholding the National Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence (GBV Code). This aligns with our mission to create safe and respectful communities. Candidates will be asked during the recruitment process to declare whether they have ever been investigated for, or found to have engaged in, gender-based violence in previous employment and/or in legal proceedings and provide relevant information to assist in determining suitability. Gender-based violence means any form of physical or non-physical violence, harassment, abuse or threats based on gender, that results in, or is likely to result in harm, coercion, control, fear or deprivation liberty or autonomy.
