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Research Fellow

Job No.: 680367

Location: Clayton campus

Employment Type: Full-time

Duration: 2 years fixed-term appointment

Remuneration: $83,280 – $113,025 pa Level A (plus 17% employer superannuation)

  • Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
  • Join our inclusive, collaborative community
  • Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them

The Opportunity

Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Indonesian history at Monash University's Faculty of Arts. Join one of Australia's most dynamic arts faculties, renowned for its strengths in humanities, performing arts, languages and social sciences.

The Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Indonesian History sits within the School of Philosophical, Historical and Indigenous Studies which undertakes teaching and research in diverse areas including philosophy; Bioethics; History Archaeology and  Studies.

The role of the Research Fellow is to contribute to the rich legacy of the late Professor John Legge (AO), the foundation Professor of History at Monash. This two year appointment, with the possibility of extending to a third year, offers an exciting opportunity to collaborate with leading historians both within the University and beyond.

About You

We're seeking a passionate individual who thrives both independently in a research environment and as a collaborative member of the History program.

As the successful candidate you will have the opportunity to collaborate with other historian researchers at the University and beyond to develop your own publication and research portfolio in the field of Indonesian history. Ideally you will have been awarded your doctorate within the past three years in order to maximise the opportunity to successfully apply for early-career Category 1 grant opportunities.

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from First Nations people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodiverse people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

About Monash University

At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen.

We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

Together with our commitment to academic freedom, you will have access to quality research facilities, infrastructure, world-class teaching spaces, and international collaboration opportunities.

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To Apply

For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Your application must address the Key Selection Criteria.

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.

Enquiries: Dr Kate Murphy, Head of History, +61 3 9905 1184

Position Description: Research Fellow

Applications Close: Wednesday 21 October, 11:55pm AEDT

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