Research Centre Director Aipca

Research Centre Director – AIPCA Overview Work type: Fixed Term Full Time 5 Year Fixed Term Research Only Appointment / Bundoora Campus Salary commensurate to Level E Academic $214,619 plus superannuation contributions at 17% Shape the future of health and ageing through visionary research leadership About AIPCA The Australian Institute of Primary Care and Ageing (AIPCA) at La Trobe University is a leading multidisciplinary research centre with a strong reputation for applied research and consultancy. Our mission is to translate research into policy and practice, delivering high-impact outcomes for governments, industry and communities. Located within the School of Nursing and Midwifery, AIPCA brings together specialist centres to foster collaboration, interdisciplinary research and operational excellence. Our foundation centres include : Australian Centre for Evidence-Based Aged Care – advancing person-centred evidence-based practice in aged and dementia care Centre for Health Systems Development e-Health Unit – exploring ICT use and impact in primary health and aged care Lincoln Centre for Research on Ageing About the Position We are seeking an exceptional research leader to serve as Director of AIPCA. This senior academic position is responsible for driving the Institute's strategic vision, leading high-impact research programmes and fostering strong partnerships across academia, government and industry. Responsibilities Provide visionary leadership and operational management of AIPCA Lead major research projects and secure competitive funding Publish in leading international journals and present at global conferences Build collaborative relationships with industry and external stakeholders Supervise Higher Degree by Research (HDR) students and mentor emerging researchers Represent AIPCA on School and University committees, contributing to strategic initiatives Ensure compliance with Research Centre policies and performance targets Drive internationally distinguished research and scholarship Oversee financial, administrative and personnel functions of AIPCA Lead applied research consultancy and evaluation activities aligned with AIPCA's mission Promote interdisciplinary engagement and knowledge translation into policy and practice Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation and continuous development within the Institute Skills & Experience PhD and substantial research experience in areas relevant to AIPCA Distinguished record of internationally recognised research with demonstrated impact Proven success in securing competitive research funding and managing large-scale projects Extensive experience in consultancy and applied health services research / evaluation Strong leadership skills with a track record of building high-performing research teams Ability to mentor early-career researchers and supervise HDR students to completion Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build robust relationships across academia and industry Benefits Employer-contributed superannuation On-site childcare facilities Flexible work arrangements Discounts for staff and their families on a range of La Trobe courses 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 the future. This is more than just a job. Working at La Trobe offers opportunities to demonstrate excellence and transform lives. Here you'll join exceptional people, partners and communities who power our operations with ambition and purpose. Our commitment to diversity, inclusion and social justice is strong. We strive to build a workplace where employees from diverse backgrounds, abilities, experiences, sexuality, gender, religion and age are valued, respected and supported to achieve their full potential. We hold ourselves accountable, fostering a culture of trust, innovation and genuine caring. How to Apply Closing date: Monday 26th January 11:55pm. Position Enquiries: Professor Marie Gerdtz, Dean, School of Nursing and Midwifery – Email : Recruitment Enquiries: Vicki Stavrou, Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner – Email : Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents : A cover letter An up-to-date resume Response to Key Selection Criteria located in the position description Position Description below : PD-Research Centre Director. #J-18808-Ljbffr