Description:
- Full-time position
- 12 months Fixed term
- La Trobe Bundoora campus location
- HEO7
- Base salary from $103,171 + 17% superannuation
About the position
The Senior Research Support Officer works closely with the School Professional and Administration Team and the Associate Dean, Research and Industry Engagement (ADRIE) to deliver administrative and project support for research activities within the School of Psychology and Public Health. The role provides high-level support across a broad range of research operations, as outlined in the service catalogue and directed by the Senior Manager and ADRIE, to ensure the effective delivery of the School’s annual research strategic objectives, with a particular emphasis on research revenue. At times, the role may prioritise support in areas of the School where research revenue targets are most likely to be achieved.
The position is part of the School’s Professional Services team and is focused on enabling these objectives without duplicating responsibilities assigned to academic or school administrative staff, as defined in their position descriptions, thereby ensuring clear role boundaries and efficient task execution. Reporting to the School’s Senior Manager, the Research Support Officer works collaboratively and flexibly with staff across the School and the wider University to support the School’s research priorities and objectives.
Skills and Experience
To be considered for this position, you will have
- An undergraduate degree in any area relevant to the position with at least 4 years subsequent experience; or extensive experience and management expertise; or an equivalent alternate combination of relevant knowledge, training and/or experience.
Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.
Position Description
PD Research Support Officer HEO7.docx
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Benefits
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How to apply
Closing date: By 11:55pm, Wednesday the 18 th of February 2026
Position Enquiries: Danielle Hearn, Senior Manager, Psychology & Public Health
Email: D.HEARN@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:
A cover letter addressing your suitability for the position against the Key Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description; and An up to date resumePlease scroll down to apply.
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:
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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.