Vice-Chancellor’s Research Fellowships: Join our modern, research-intensive university, ranked in the top 1 percent globally, located in a vibrant setting that seamlessly blends city living with a relaxed coastal lifestyle. We invite applications for the Vice-Chancellor’s Research Fellowships in 2024, with two schemes opening for applications in mid-February.
- Vice-Chancellor’s Postdoctoral Research Fellowship:
- 🎓 Three fellowships available in any discipline.
- 📅 Applications open mid-February, closing on April 2, 2024.
- 🌐 Seeks early-career researchers (less than five years post-Doctorate) with national/international recognition.
- 🔄 Connects researchers with established academics in areas of existing research strength.
- 💼 Offers a fixed-term three-year appointment in the Level B salary range.
- 💰 Additional one-year fellowship salary post-completion (subject to performance).
- 💡 Project costs of up to $10,000 p.a. for three years.
- Vice-Chancellor’s Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Early-Mid-Career Research Fellowship:
- 🎓 One targeted fellowship available in any discipline.
- 📅 Applications open mid-February, closing on April 2, 2024.
- 🌐 Targets early or mid-career researchers (less than 10 years post-Doctorate) with national/international recognition.
- 🔄 Connects researchers with established academics in areas of existing or emerging research strength.
- 💼 Offers a fixed-term three-year appointment in the salary range Level B to Level C.
- 🔄 Transitions to a continuing position in year four based on performance.
- 💡 Project costs of up to $10,000 p.a. for three years.
- Application Process:
- 🌐 Application through the UOW Jobs website.
- 📄 Candidates must download Scheme Guidelines, check eligibility, and follow the application process.
- 🗣️ Prospective candidates must discuss applications with proposed UOW Mentor and Head of the host school before submission.
- ⏰ Mandatory confirmation of eligibility (for career interruption) closes on March 18, 2024.
- 📅 Applications close on April 2, 2024.
- University Values:
- 🌈 Committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
- 🤝 Equal opportunity employer, encouraging applications from diverse backgrounds.
- 📜 Recognized leader in gender equality.
- 🌏 Encourages applications from culturally diverse, women, disability, LGBTIQ+, and Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander Australians.
- 📝 Successful candidates must confirm their Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage.
- Contact Information:
- 📧 For further information, contact the University of Wollongong Research Services Office at research-services@uow.edu.au.
Designation:
- Vice-Chancellor’s Postdoctoral Research Fellowship
- Three Fellowships available across any discipline.
- Applications open mid-February, closing date: 2 April 2024.
- Vice-Chancellor’s Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Early-Mid-Career Research Fellowship
- One targeted Fellowship available across any discipline.
- Applications open mid-February, closing date: 2 April 2024.
Research Area: Open to all disciplines; candidates should align strategically with existing research strengths of the host UOW faculty.
Location: University of Wollongong, Australia
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Vice-Chancellor’s Postdoctoral Research Fellowship:
- Outstanding early-career researchers, less than five years post-Doctorate.
- Excellent track record with national/international recognition.
- Propose a research project aligned with UOW faculty strengths.
- Vice-Chancellor’s Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Early-Mid-Career Research Fellowship:
- Outstanding early or mid-career researchers, less than 10 years post-Doctorate.
- Excellent track record with national/international recognition.
- Emerging as research and/or cultural leaders.
- Propose a research project aligned with UOW faculty strengths.
Job Description:
- Conduct innovative research aligned with UOW faculty strengths.
- Collaborate with established, world-class academics.
- Depending on the Fellowship:
- Fixed-term three-year appointment.
- Additional one year of Fellowship salary (VC’s Fellowship).
- Project costs of up to $10,000 p.a. for three years.
How to Apply:
- Visit the UOW Jobs website for application details.
- Download the Scheme Guidelines and Instructions.
- Confirm eligibility and discuss the application with UOW Mentor and Head of the proposed host school.
- Mandatory confirmation of eligibility (where career interruption applies) closes Monday, 18 March 2024.
- Applications close Tuesday, 2 April 2024.
Last Date for Apply: 2 April 2024
The University of Wollongong is dedicated to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from a diverse range of backgrounds, including culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, women, people with disabilities, LGBTIQ+, and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Australians. The successful candidate must provide confirmation of their Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage.
Contact for Further Information: University of Wollongong Research Services Office Email: research-services@uow.edu.au
