Evan Robertson is an expert in molecular spectroscopy, having published 100 peer-reviewed papers. His group exploits powerful light sources such as infrared, visible and ultraviolet lasers, or the Australian Synchrotron's infrared beamline, to study molecules relevant to pharmaceutics, atmospheric and aerosol chemistry and even the interstellar medium. 

As a committed and expert educator he has a focus on finding the best ways to help students learn, and inspiring them to take an active part in their own learning. Beyond his own teaching he has played a leading role in significant and innovative contributions to the entire chemistry curriculum at La Trobe University, leading to National Citation Awards for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning in 2013, 2018 and 2023.