The Olga Tennison Endowed Chair in Autism Research

**Work type**:Continuing

**About OTARC**: Established in 2008, OTARC is Australia’s leading centre dedicated to autism research. The Centre’s mission is to create and translate the highest quality research that impacts the Autistic and autism communities. OTARC's work spans four key areas: Identification and Diagnosis, Supports and Practices for Daily Living, Educational and Vocational Engagement, and Health and Wellbeing. The Centre is committed to a neuroinclusive approach in all aspects of its operation, striving to foster an inclusive and innovative research culture.

**The Role**:
As the Olga Tennison Endowed Chair, you will be at the forefront of autism research, leading OTARC’s strategic direction, and enhancing its reputation as a global leader. Your role will involve conducting distinguished and original research, fostering inclusive and participatory research practices, and driving research translation and policy development. You will also play a key role in mentoring researchers, supervising higher degree students, and developing strategic partnerships both nationally and internationally.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Lead and advance major research projects within OTARC.
- Obtain and manage external research funding.
- Develop and maintain high-level strategic partnerships with industry, government, and community stakeholders.
- Mentor and supervise researchers and higher degree students, with a focus on neurodivergent scholars.
- Contribute to the strategic planning and innovative research culture at OTARC and La Trobe University.
- Represent OTARC and La Trobe University at national and international levels, promoting autism research and scholarship.

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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 11:55pm on 17 October

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**_ 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_**.