Job Description:

• Level B or C Research Fellow
• Full-time position
• 3 years fixed term
• Campus independent – can be based at any of La Trobe University’s Melbourne (Bundoora) or regional Victorian campuses.
• Hybrid working arrangements

About the position

The La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science (LIMS) is a leading multidisciplinary biomedical research institute at La Trobe University in Melbourne, dedicated to addressing global health and wellbeing challenges through innovative research spanning biology, engineering, genomics, and physics. In partnership with La Trobe University’s Indigenous Research Centre, Gabra Biik, Wurruwila Wutja (Clever Country, Clever People), the LIMS Indigenous Research Fellowship supports First Nations, Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander, and Indigenous scientists to undertake world-class research in the molecular sciences.

The fellowship promotes Indigenous leadership, self-determination, and knowledge while providing opportunities for independent and collaborative research, professional development, and national and international partnerships within a culturally safe and inclusive research environment.

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, you will have;

• Ability to converse, manage and engage with Indigenous communities effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and culturally safe with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to support community-led outcomes.
• Experience working with Aboriginal communities, and knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal cultures, traditions, and protocols.
• Ability to embed Indigenous research methodologies.

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

Only Indigenous Australians are eligible to apply as this position is exempt under the Special Measure Provision, Section 12(1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2011 (Vic).

About La Trobe

La Trobe University’s success is driven by people who are committed to making a difference. They are creative and highly motivated, pursue new ideas and create knowledge. La Trobe is one of Australia’s research leaders, and the largest provider of higher education to regional Victoria.

How to apply

Closing date: By 11:55 pm Sunday the 12^th of July, 2026

Position Enquiries: Patrick Humbert, Director of LIMS

[email protected]

Recruitment Enquiries: Madeleine Parker, First Nations Talent Acquisition Consultant [email protected]

Position Description below:

LIMS Indigenous Research Fellowship Level B/C PD

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

• Cover letter addressing your suitability for the position and the below KSC points as located in the PD
• Completion of a PhD or equivalent accreditation and standing, together with subsequent research experience.
• Experience working with Aboriginal communities, and knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal cultures, traditions, and protocols; ability to converse, manage and engage with Indigenous communities effectively.
• Ability to engage with Indigenous orga
• nisations across Australia, such as land councils, native title corporations, Aboriginal community-controlled organisations and Indigenous businesses.
• A record of high-level scholarly research, as evidenced by the impact and significance of research outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively with staff and students from a diverse range of backgrounds.; and

• An up to date resume;

This is an identified Indigenous position and in accordance with La Trobe University policies and procedures confirmation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage will be required as part of the application.

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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.

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.