Level B Research Only (Part-Time 0.6 FTE)

Job Description:

• Part-Time (0.6), 2 years Fixed Term
• Located at the La Trobe Melbourne (Bundoora) Campus
• Level B – Research only
• Base salary of $118,530 per annum (pro rata .6) + 17% Superannuation

About the position

The position is based within the La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre in the School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport. The Centre’s research focuses on advancing knowledge in sport and exercise medicine through high-quality collaborative research, and translating that knowledge into policy, practice, participation, health and wellbeing outcomes.

You will provide specialised support in clinical trials and research management across a range of projects in musculoskeletal and sports medicine. These projects are funded through nationally competitive schemes and are designed to improve clinical outcomes, inform healthcare decision-making, and strengthen evidence-based practice.

The successful candidate will be expected to work onsite at LASEM (La Trobe University, Melbourne Campus – Bundoora).

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, you will have

• Completion of a PhD or equivalent qualifications or research experience.
• A record of publications, conference papers and/or reports, or professional or technical contributions which provide evidence of strong research potential.
• Sound analytical skills with an ability to communicate complex information clearly both orally and in writing.
• High-level organisational skills: the ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, initiate and follow-up actions, all with minimal or no supervision.

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

Position Description
PD-Level-B-Research-Only .pdf

How to apply

Closing date: By 11:55pm Tuesday the 8th of April, 2026

Position Enquiries: Danilo De Oliveira Silva, Senior Research Fellow LASEM
Email: D.DeOliveiraSilva@latrobe.edu.au

Recruitment Enquiries: Madeleine Parker, Talent Acquisition Consultant
Email: m.parker@latrobe.edu.au

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 and the Key selection criteria located in the PD under “Essential Criteria Skills and knowledge required for the position”; and
• An up-to-date resume

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