• Fulltime /Fixed Term -12 months
• Located at Bundoora Campus
• Level A - TRP $83,518 - $111,881 per annum inclusive of 17% superannuation

About the position

This research only academic is expected to contribute towards the research effort of the institution and to develop their research expertise through the pursuit of defined projects relevant to the particular field of research.  Working in the group of Dr. Belinda Abbott, the main goal of the project is to develop a new class of compounds to target the failure of protein transport in motor neurone disease.

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, you will have;

• Completion of a PhD or equivalent in organic chemistry, preferably with a focus on medicinal chemistry.
• Experience in synthetic organic or medicinal chemistry
• Evidence of experience in research and evaluation and the ability to work effectively under limited supervision or independently.
• Effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively with people from a diverse range of backgrounds.

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

Welcome to Bundoora campus – Please click on the video link below: 

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Benefits:

• 17% employer contributed superannuation
• On site child care facilities
• Flexible work arrangements
• Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses

How to apply

Closing date:  By 11:55 pm Thursday 20^th October 2022

Position Enquiries:  Belinda Abbott B.Abbott@latrobe.edu.au

Recruitment Enquiries:  Lisa.White@latrobe.edu.au

Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements

The University’s Health and Safety Procedure – COVID-19 Vaccination and Other Measures, requires staff engaged to perform work onsite at La Trobe University to be Fully Vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they are exempt from being vaccinated due to a recognised medical contraindication.  This position will require the incumbent to work onsite.  As such, an offer of employment will be conditional upon the applicant being Fully Vaccinated against COVID-19 or medically exempt from receiving a COVID-19 vaccination, and providing satisfactory evidence of their vaccination or exemption status to the University.

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

• Cover letter;
• An up to date resume; and
• A separate document addressing each essential and desirable bullet point in the Key Selection Criteria which is located in the position description.

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Why La Trobe: 

• Develop your career at an innovative, global university where you’ll collaborate with community and industry to create impact. 
• Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses – the perfect hub for industry, students and academics 
• Help transform the lives of students, partners and communities now and in future

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.