McKenzie Postdoctoral Fellowships: The University of Melbourne is offering the prestigious McKenzie Postdoctoral Fellowships for outstanding early career researchers looking to advance their research capabilities and build impactful collaborations. This fellowship is designed to support high-caliber scholars in any research field of interest to the University.
Designation
Postdoctoral Fellow
Research Area
Any field of research aligned with the University of Melbourne’s faculties.
Location
University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
Eligibility/Qualification
Applicants must:
- Hold a PhD in a relevant discipline from a university in any country, including Australia, and the University of Melbourne.
- Have completed their PhD no earlier than April 1, 2023.
- Australian and non-Australian citizens are eligible.
- Current academic staff at the University are encouraged to apply provided they meet the eligibility criteria.
Job Description
The McKenzie Postdoctoral Fellowship provides a concentrated research period for exemplary early career researchers. This fellowship emphasizes:
- Strengthening research projects and collaborations.
- Developing research leadership capabilities.
- Contributing to the broader research objectives of the University.
Fellows will receive funding at Academic Level A6 along with additional project costs up to $25,000 over the term of the fellowship, which is typically three years at 1.0 FTE.
How to Apply
- Review Scheme Guidelines: Familiarize yourself with the Early Career Researcher Fellowships Guidelines and supporting documents.
- Establish an Academic Contact: Identify and confirm an Academic Contact at the University of Melbourne to endorse your application and provide mentorship.
- Prepare Submission: Submit your Expression of Interest (EOI) via SmartyGrants by the due date along with the required Academic Contact Form.
- Refer to Faculty Instructions: Ensure all specific submission requirements of your relevant faculty are met.
Important Dates
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| April 1, 2026 | Round opens; application form available on SmartyGrants |
| April 16, 2026, 10:00 am – 11:00 am | ECR Fellowships Webinar |
| May 7, 2026, 3:00 pm | EOIs due via SmartyGrants |
| July 22, 2026 | EOI applicants notified of outcomes |
| August 19, 2026, 3:00 pm | Completed Full Applications due via SmartyGrants |
| End of October 2026 | Notification of outcomes |
| June 30, 2027 | Last commencement date for ECR Fellows |
Last Date to Apply
May 7, 2026, by 3:00 PM (AEST)
For further information and to access the application portal, visit the University of Melbourne’s Early Career Researcher Fellowships page.
