At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead groundbreaking allied health research and mentor emerging researchers.
- Company: Join La Trobe University and Austin Health in a strategic partnership.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, collaborative environment, and impactful research opportunities.
- Other info: Five-year fixed-term role with excellent career growth potential.
- Why this job: Shape the future of healthcare through innovative research and real-world impact.
- Qualifications: PhD with a strong research track record and leadership experience.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 $ per year.
La Trobe University is seeking to appoint an outstanding academic leader as Professor of Allied Health Research in a joint role with Austin Health. This five-year, fixed-term appointment represents a strategic partnership between La Trobe University and Austin Health to advance world-leading translational allied health research. The position will play a critical leadership role in strengthening research capability, fostering innovation, and delivering impact for patients, clinicians, and communities.
The successful candidate will be employed by La Trobe University and primarily based at Austin Health, working across both organisations to build research capacity and drive collaboration.
Key responsibilities
- Conduct and lead internationally recognised research, in an area that is clinically relevant to Austin Health, including securing competitive grant funding and producing high-quality publications.
- Build research capacity and capability among allied health clinicians, including mentoring, training and HDR supervision.
- Strengthen collaborative research partnerships between Austin Health and La Trobe University.
- Drive the translation of research into practice, delivering measurable improvements in patient care and service delivery.
- Contribute to the governance and leadership of allied health research across both organisations.
About you
- A PhD and a distinguished, internationally recognised research track record in an allied health discipline.
- An outstanding record of research publications and competitive grant success.
- Proven leadership in building research teams and mentoring researchers.
- A strong record of HDR supervision to completion.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate with a wide variety of stakeholders including industry, health services and academic partners.
- An established national and international reputation in your field.
About the partnership
- Advancing translational allied health research.
- Embedding research in clinical practice.
- Delivering improved outcomes for patients and health systems.
Details of the appointment:
- Level: Academic Level E (Research Only)
- Employment type: Full-time (minimum 0.8 FTE), fixed term
- Duration: 5 years (1 July 2026 to 30 June 2031) or from date of commencement
- Location: Primarily based at Austin Health, with engagement at La Trobe University, Bundoora
- Employer: La Trobe University
This is a unique opportunity to join a strategic university–health service partnership and shape the future of allied health research. You will work within a collaborative, high-performing environment that values innovation, interdisciplinary research, and real-world impact.
Closing Date: By 11:55 pm on 16 August. Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.
Salary: Attractive package will be offered to right candidate.
Professor employer: La Trobe University
La Trobe University is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises professional development and collaboration. Located at the Bundoora Campus, employees benefit from a supportive environment that encourages innovation and inclusivity, along with generous staff discounts on courses for personal and family growth. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students and communities while advancing your career in a dynamic academic setting.
