Summary
The Institute for Health and Sport (IHES) at Victoria University is seeking a passionate post-doctoral researcher to join the Exercise Prescription Lab (EPL). This ARC-funded project investigates the role of lactate as a metabolic signal, using advanced molecular biology techniques to challenge the paradigm of lactate as a metabolic “poison.”
ARC post-doctoral Research Fellow at Victoria University, Australia
Job Overview
| Category | Details |
| Designation | ARC Research Fellow (Research Level B) |
| Location | Footscray Park, Australia |
| Employment Type | Fixed term (3 years) |
| Salary | $113,221 – $134,499 per annum |
| Job ID | 18130 |
Research Area
The role is based within the Exercise Prescription Lab (EPL), led by Professor David Bishop. The team focuses on the Molecular Biology of Exercise and Exercise as Mitochondrial Medicine, combining foundational laboratory research with randomized controlled trials.
Job Description
The successful candidate will contribute to high-impact research by:
- Conducting quality academic research in collaboration with staff and students.
- Publishing findings in high-impact academic journals and conference proceedings.
- Assisting in the supervision of undergraduate, intern, honours, Masters, and PhD students.
- Preparing and submitting external grant applications.
- Developing research collaborations and partnerships.
Eligibility / Qualifications
- PhD: Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Exercise Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a closely related discipline.
- Technical Skills: Demonstrated experience in cell culture techniques for mechanistic molecular biology.
- Data Expertise: Experience in sample preparation, quality control, and data validation for Next-Generation Sequencing and Proteomic analyses.
- Bioinformatics: Training and experience in the analysis, interpretation, and integration of large-scale transcriptomic and proteomic datasets.
- Compliance: Must hold or be willing to obtain a current Employee Working with Children Check (WWCC).
- Working Rights: Must have full and permanent working rights in Australia (visa sponsorship is not available).
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted as a single document and include:
- A cover letter.
- Your curriculum vitae/resume.
- Responses addressing all selection criteria located in the position description.
- Evidence of applicable qualifications, licenses, and registrations.
To submit, visit the official Victoria University Careers portal.
Last Date to Apply
Applications close on 10 July 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Note: The advertisement may close earlier if a suitable candidate is identified; early applications are encouraged.
