McKenzie Postdoctoral Fellowships: The University of Melbourne seeks outstanding early career researchers to apply for the McKenzie Postdoctoral Fellowships, which provides a significant opportunity for candidates to pursue concentrated research while contributing to the University’s broader research objectives. These fellowships are designed for high-caliber scholars at the pivotal early career stage.
Designation
McKenzie Postdoctoral Fellow
Research Area
Open to all research fields of interest to the University and its faculties.
Location
University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
Eligibility / Qualification
- Must have been awarded a PhD in any discipline from a recognized university by no earlier than 17 March 2022.
- Applicants must be able to commence their fellowship by 30 June 2026.
- Must not have previously held and completed a McKenzie, Mary Lugton, Puzey, or Melbourne Postdoctoral Fellowship.
- Must not have outstanding Progress Reports or Final Reports from any other University of Melbourne researcher development scheme.
- Applicants with a PhD from the University of Melbourne are encouraged to apply.
Job Description
Successful applicants will engage in a three-year term of research-focused activities at Academic Level A6 of the University Salary Band. Each fellow will receive funding for research project costs (up to $25,000) and additional resources to foster research collaborations and generate new projects. Applicants must establish an Academic Contact at the University of Melbourne to support their application.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a robust research project.
- Collaborate with other researchers and faculties.
- Contribute to the research community at the University of Melbourne.
- Prepare and submit required documents such as the Expression of Interest and Full Application, adhering to deadlines.
How to Apply
- Review the 2026 Early Career Researcher Fellowship Guidelines and relevant materials.
- Establish an Academic Contact at the University of Melbourne and obtain their endorsement.
- Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) via the SmartyGrants portal specific to the relevant faculty.
- Ensure all supporting documents, including the signed Academic Contact Endorsement Form, are submitted by the due date.
Last Date to Apply
- Expression of Interest (EOIs) due: 24 April 2025
- Full Applications due: 30 July 2025
For any further inquiries, please contact ecr-fellowships@unimelb.edu.au.
