Principal Research Fellow /Professor of Implementation Science
Principal Research Fellow /Professor of Implementation Science
Job No.: 570574
Work type: Fixed Term
- Level D – Principal Research Fellow, for applications with a strong national reputation and demonstrated leadership in implementation science, research translation and impact; or
- Level E – Professor, for applicants with an outstanding international reputation, sustained academic leadership and significant influence on policy, practice and research translation at a national and international level.
Work with inspiring people who are driven to make a difference
About the position
La Trobe University is seeking an outstanding implementation scientist to join the Australian Autism Knowledge Hub (AAKH) as either a Professor (Level E) or Associate Professor (Level D). This is a rare opportunity to play a leading role in delivering a nationally significant initiative focused on translating research into real-world impact.
Embedded within the Olga Tennison Autism Research Centre (OTARC), this role offers a rare opportunity to influence how research is translated into policy, practice, and system-level outcomes across Australia.
You will provide senior academic leadership, driving the application of implementation science to ensure research meaningfully improves outcomes for Autistic people and the broader community.
The successful candidate will be appointed at either Level D (Associate Professor) or Level E (Professor), commensurate with their experience, academic standing, research track record, and leadership profile.
Duties at this level will include
- Providing leadership in implementation science and driving its application across large-scale research and translation initiatives
- Leading the design, delivery and evaluation of complex implementation programs aligned to national priorities
- Translating research into policy, practice and system-level impact
- Providing expert advice to government, industry and community stakeholders on systems change
- Building and sustaining strategic partnerships across sectors
- Leading and mentoring researchers, including supervision of Higher Degree by Research candidates
- Building capability in implementation science through training, mentoring and leadership
- Contributing to securing external funding and expanding collaborative research opportunities
- Contributing to the strategic development of the Australian Autism Knowledge Hub and OTARC.
Skills and knowledge required for the position
- A PhD or equivalent qualification in implementation science or a closely related discipline.
- A strong research track record and growing or established national/international reputation in implementation science or related field.
- Demonstrated experience leading complex research, implementation and/or translation programs.
- Proven ability to translate research into policy, practice or system-level change
- Experience building partnerships across government, community, industry and research sectors.
- Experience supervising Higher Degree by Research candidates and mentoring researchers and staff.
- Demonstrated success in securing competitive research funding and developing collaborative research opportunities.
- Excellent analytical, strategic and communication skills.
Appointment Level
Level D – Associate Professor, for applications with a strong national reputation and demonstrated leadership in implementation science, research translation and impact; or
Level E – Professor, for applicants with an outstanding international reputation, sustained academic leadership and significant influence on policy, practice and research translation at a national and international level.
Why La Trobe
At La Trobe, you’ll be part of a university known for:
- Strong industry connection and real-world impact
- Leadership in rural health education and workforce development
- A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation, accountability and care
Benefits
- Flexible work arrangements
- Access to professional development and leadership opportunities
- Meaningful work that directly impacts communities
- A collaborative, values-driven university culture
View all benefits: http://www.latrobe.edu.au/jobs/working/benefits
Why work with us?
La Trobe University is a values-driven institution with a strong commitment to research excellence, social justice and community impact. We offer:
- Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance
- A collaborative, inclusive and purpose-led research environment
- Access to outstanding research infrastructure and multidisciplinary networks
- Salary packaging benefits and leave loading
- Opportunities to lead nationally significant research with real-world impact
Closing Date: By 11:55pm on Sunday 26 July
Position Enquiries: Professor Dawn Adams, Director AAKH Dawn.Adams@latrobe.edu.au
Recruitment Enquiries: m.magaton@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:
- An up-to-date resume; and
- cover letter addressing the key selection criteria and specifying the level you are applying for (Level D or E).
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 of liberty or autonomy.
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