LIMS Marilyn Anderson Fellow
La Trobe University Melbourne (Bundoora) or other as agreed- Opening Date: 13-Aug-2024
- Closing Date: 22-Sep-2024
- Melbourne (Bundoora) or other as agreed
- Competitive salary and research funding
- Lead high-impact research and produce influential publications
- Manage large research teams and projects
- Secure and manage research funding
- Mentor and develop junior researchers
- Foster partnerships with industry and government stakeholders
- PhD in a relevant field and significant research experience
- Strong publication record in high-impact journals
- Proven leadership in research and project management
- Successful track record in securing research funding
- Commitment to mentoring and staff development
- Highly skilled in multidisciplinary molecular research in areas of strategic importance to LIMS, including biosensors, digital biology, synthetic biology, and space biology, as well as health impact areas such as cancer, infection and immunity, and cardiovascular biology.
- 17% employer contributed superannuation
- Flexible work arrangements
- Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses
- Position Enquiries: Professor Stephanie Gras E. S.g@latrobe.edu.au
- Recruitment Enquiries: Melissa Magaton Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner: m.magaton@latrobe.edu.au
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants are encouraged to apply.
- All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If successful, a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check is required prior to commencement.
LIMS Marilyn Anderson Fellow
Job No.: 567508
Work type: Fixed Term
Duration: 4 years full-time - Melbourne (Bundoora) or other as agreed
Salary: Competitive salary and research funding
Opportunities:
- Collaborate across disciplines, secure additional funding, and establish your own research lab
- Work in a vibrant community committed to excellence, creativity, and innovation
Are you a high-achieving female scientist with a passion for molecular science? Have you experienced a career interruption and are looking for an opportunity to re-establish your research trajectory? La Trobe University's La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science (LIMS) invites you to apply for the prestigious LIMS Marilyn Anderson Fellowship.
About the Fellowship
Named in honor of Professor Marilyn Anderson, a pioneering female biochemist, this Fellowship provides a unique platform to conduct groundbreaking multidisciplinary research. You will lead and manage innovative projects, mentor upcoming scientists, and collaborate with top-tier researchers nationally and internationally. This is your chance to make significant contributions to molecular science and shape the future of research.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead high-impact research and produce influential publications
- Manage large research teams and projects
- Secure and manage research funding
- Mentor and develop junior researchers
- Foster partnerships with industry and government stakeholders
Essential Criteria
- PhD in a relevant field and significant research experience
- Strong publication record in high-impact journals
- Proven leadership in research and project management
- Successful track record in securing research funding
- Commitment to mentoring and staff development
You will preferably be highly skilled in multidisciplinary molecular research in areas of strategic importance to LIMS. This includes but is not limited to technology areas such as biosensors, digital biology, synthetic biology, and space biology, as well as areas of health impact such as cancer, infection and immunity, and cardiovascular biology.
Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.
For further information:
La Trobe University
Why La Trobe University?
At La Trobe, we are dedicated to transforming lives through education and research. Our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and social justice ensures a supportive and respectful workplace for all. Join a community where your contributions are valued, and your potential is nurtured.
Benefits:
- 17% employer contributed superannuation
- Flexible work arrangements
- Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses
How to apply
Closing date: By 11:55pm Sunday 22 September
Position Enquiries: Professor Stephanie Gras E. S.g@latrobe.edu.au
Recruitment Enquiries: Melissa Magaton
Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner: m.magaton@latrobe.edu.au
Position Description below:
PD LIMS Marilyn Anderson Fellow Level D.docx
Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:
- Cover letter
- An up to date resume
- A separate document addressing each bullet point under the Essential Criteria ‘Skills and knowledge required for the position’, which is located in the position description.
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.
Advertised: 13/8/2024
Closing Date: 22/9/2024
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