- Part-Time .40FTE (2 days per week), Fixed Term up to 12 months
- Melbourne (Bundoora) location
- Classification: Level A - Base salary from $84,205 + 17% superannuation
- 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 the position
A Level A Academic Research Officer will be a person who identifies as Indigenous and contributes to the delivery of a collaborative research translation project, funded by the Medical Research Future Fund, that seeks to co-design, implement and evaluate culturally tailored caseload midwifery care for women having a First Nations baby in health services across Victoria. Caseload midwifery is a model of care where women receive pregnancy, labour, birth and postnatal care from a primary midwife (with one or two back up midwives).
This position has been developed to enable an early-career First Nations researcher to gain expertise in research translation and collaboration, and the quantitative and qualitative research methodologies used in this project. The role will support the cultural components of the project and engagement with First Nations communities and partner organisations to support co-designed implementation and evaluation activities.
The First Nations Research Officer will join a dedicated team of researchers working on improving maternity care provision, health outcomes and care experiences for women having a First Nations baby. The position will be based within the Judith Lumley Centre (for women, children and family health research) in the School of Nursing and Midwifery at La Trobe’s Bundoora campus, and will work in a supportive research environment with a team of Indigenous and non-Indigenous researchers.
Skills and Experience
To be considered for this position, you will have:
- Completion of a Bachelor’s degree in the relevant discipline.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of First Nations contexts, particularly relating to factors which impact upon the health and wellbeing of First Nations peoples.
- Well-developed communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively and work in partnership with First Nations families and communities.
Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.
Benefits
- 17% superannuation
- Indigenous Identified Allowance
- Private Health Insurance discount
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How to apply
Closing date: By 11:55pm Sunday 9 August 2026
Position Enquiries: Stacey Hokke, Senior Research Fellow
Email: [email protected]
Recruitment Enquiries: Talent Acquisition Operations Officer, Yola El-hassanieh;
Email: [email protected]
Please submit an online application ONLY and must include the following documents:
- An up-to-date resume;
- 1 page cover letter addressing your interest and suitability; and
- A separate document addressing the Essential Criteria points located in the PD.
Please note, 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.
Only candidates with Full Working Rights and residing in Australia may apply for this position.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
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.
Our commitment to safety
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.
National Code on Gender Based Violence in Higher Education
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.
