Regional Research Jobs

• Full time
• Fixed term until 31-12-26
• Bendigo Campus
• Be part of a passionate and innovative team

About the position

The Violet Vines Marshman Centre for Rural Health Research (VVMCRHR) is based at the La Trobe Rural Health School. The La Trobe University Rural Health School is the largest rural health school in Australia with over 4000 students enrolled across 14 disciplines at our regional campuses of Albury-Wodonga, Bendigo, Mildura, and Shepparton.

The VVMCRHR is based in Bendigo and was established in December 2019 following a large philanthropic investment from the VV Marshman Charitable Trust. The Centre continues to grow and attract new researchers, HDR students and post-doctoral and requires a Senior Administration Officer to provide high-level administrative support for the Centre.

Reporting to the VVMCRHR Director, the incumbent will provide high-level administrative and operational support to facilitate the Centre Director’s ability to effectively lead the Centre. The position has responsibility for a range of high profile and complex matters requiring the ability to exercise considerable judgement, initiative, discretion and independence.

Duties will involve planning, implementation, operational liaison, budget management, preparation of annual reports and management of the Centres Partnership Funding Scheme. It also requires some communications/marketing support including the management and updating of the Centre’s website and other media communications. External partner engagement will be crucial in this role.

Classification: HS3
Department: Clinical Trials and Research Unit
EFT: 32 Hours Per Fortnight, Permanent Part time

About the Role:

The Research Governance Officer (RGO) will provide support to the Research Unit Manager and Chief Medical Officer in all administrative duties associated with research governance matters. The primary responsibility is to ensure that human research conducted by Bass Coast Health, conforms to the requirements of the Australian Code for the Responsible Conduct of Research ‘the Code’, the National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Human Research and the National Clinical Trials Governance Framework (NCTGF).

The position involves review of quality assurance project applications, site-specific applications, and changes to authorised research; monitoring of research performance; support for the development of standard processes and guidelines; maintenance of data to support reporting; training for researchers and; assisting in the implementation of the NCTGF.

An exciting opportunity is available for a Project Manager to join the Vector-Borne Diseases and Tropical Public Health team at Burnet!

You will have a focus on the planning, coordination, management and implementation of multi-institutional implementation research programs. In addition, this role will have a focus on programs that advance community education and synthesise and support policy-relevant options for decision making in Melanesia and abroad.

You will also:

• Provide expertise and technical support in operational planning, and implementation, supporting field staff, compliance with regulatory requirements, data management and analysis/reporting.
• Foster the development and translation of research evidence into policy briefs that support governments, regional bodies and local organisations with evidence-based decision making.
• Support the development of evidence-based programming, policy, and advocacy in the areas of Vector-Borne Diseases and Tropical Public Health.
• Support the management of partnerships across multiple countries and sectors
• Lead the co-development of project budgets and country level budgets.
• Contribute to financial monitoring and analysis, supported by the in-country finance team and Melbourne finance team.
• Contribute to the development of projects, proposals and funding submissions to internal and external bodies and contribute to the financial oversight of awarded grants and funding.
• Facilitate the co-development of consistent and high-quality project level M&E frameworks.
• Work with the M&E staff to establish project level databases, where necessary, and accompanying data collection systems.
• Supervise Project Officers and indirectly support, supervise and mentor research assistants, scientific officers and related project staff

Location within Australia is flexible! Preferably this role will be based in Melbourne, however we are also open to fully remote working from applicants based anywhere in Australia. You will also have flexibility to manage your own working hours.

About the role

Are you seeking a diverse and rewarding administration role at a leading regional hospital? Join our Research and Clinical Trails Unit at Latrobe Regional Health where a ‘world of opportunities awaits’.

Latrobe Regional Health (LRH) currently has an exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified Research Administration Officer to join our Research and Clinical Trails team. This position is on a part time, fixed term basis of 64 hours per fortnight until early April 2026.

The Research Administration Officer will be to perform a range of high level administrative and secretarial duties, supporting the General Manager of Research and Partnerships and the Research and Clinical Trials Unit.

The role will also provide assistance with general administrative work pertaining to the Research and Clinical Trials Unit and undertake other duties required, as directed by the GM or Manager, providing these duties are within the competency or training of the successful candidate.

About you

Ideal candidates for this role will have:

• The ability to perform diverse secretarial and clerical tasks at an Executive level.
• Outstanding organisational and daily management skills.
• An extensive knowledge of general office procedures.
• The ability and confidence to anticipate the needs of the General Manager to ensure an efficient and coordinated working environment.
• The ability to work independently.
• A responsible and mature work attitude.
• A flexible approach to requests and tasks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

About the role

Are you seeking a diverse and rewarding Site Implementation Facilitator role at a leading regional hospital? Join our Research and Clinical Trails Unit at Latrobe Regional Health where a ‘world of opportunities awaits’.

Latrobe Regional Health (LRH) currently has an exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified and dedicated Site Implementation Facilitator to join our Research and Clinical Trails team. This position will be on a full time or part time (0.8EFT), fixed term basis, for a period of 12 months.

The Site Implementation Facilitator will join a team of researchers committed to improving the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities by addressing intergenerational trauma, through service and system changes. This position is based at LRH and will operate with support from the Indigenous Health Equity Unit, at the Melbourne School of Population and Global Health.

The Facilitator will collaborate with an Aboriginal-led interdisciplinary research team of Indigenous and non-Indigenous researchers from the University of Melbourne. The primary focus of this role is to support the implementation of the Firesticks Project at LRH, with a strong emphasis on the DE Approach.

About you

Ideal candidates for this role will have:

• Relevant qualifications or equivalent experience in Health, Social Work, Psychology, Public Health, or another related discipline.
• Demonstrated understanding of, or experience in, Health and Social Services, with a focus on supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
• Proven ability to apply culturally safe and appropriate communication and engagement skills, including active listening, empathy, and rapport-building.
• Strong organisational skills, including time management, task planning, and the ability to work independently, while contributing effectively to a team.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to build trust, secure buy-in, and foster meaningful partnerships.

• Support the development and growth of outstanding Indigenous scholars
• Multiyear Appointment up to 3 Years/ Fixed Term/ Research Only/Part Time or Full Time
• This role can be based from any La Trobe University Campus
• Remuneration aligned at Academic Level A, B or C

About the position: The Wurruwila Wutja Research Fellow is a research only academic who will be expected to undertake independent and/or team research and participate in activities within the relevant field to develop their research expertise. The Fellow will be located in a discipline relevant School/Research Centre/Research Institute and be closely linked with the Gabra Biik, Wurruwila Wutja Research Centre.

La Trobe University is committed to enhancing Indigenous leadership, self-determination, and knowledge. Consultation with community and support for Indigenous lead knowledge is core to the University and highlighted throughout our Indigenous Strategy, Indigenous Research Framework, and University research strategy, Research & Innovation 2030.

The La Trobe University Wurruwila Wutja Research Fellowship is a key initiative that has been developed under La Trobe University’s refreshed research strategy, Research & Innovation 2030. The aims of the Fellowship are to support and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander researchers in higher education institutions and expand Indigenous researchers’ capacity to provide a positive impact for our communities.

The Fellowship is a multi-year appointment (up to 3 years) and open to Indigenous researchers with a PhD or equivalent research experience who demonstrate a strong research track record and commitment to Indigenous community. Fellows will have the flexibility to pursue research within their area of expertise which aligns to a program of ongoing research at La Trobe University. The candidate will have a primary affiliation with a School, Research Centres and/or Research Institute and will report to a senior researcher working within an established program of research at La Trobe University to promote research excellence. The Fellow will also be a member of Gabra Biik, Wurruwila Wutja Research Centre and have opportunity to engage with the broader support network this Centre offers members.

You will be assigned an Indigenous mentor from within or outside the university and a discipline specific mentor to support you in your career development. Funding will be available to support the development of the fellow with an expectation that external funding will be sought by the fellow to further enhance your career.