Colonel George Johnson Fellowship In Australian History

University of Sydney

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Base: $113,400 - $121,054; bonus/equity: not speci...
Strong research profile in history
Clear plan for major scholarly output
Intellectual independence and focus
This prestigious fixed-term postdoctoral appointment is designed to support outstanding early-career researchers within six years of completing their PhD

Job Summary

  • This prestigious fixed-term postdoctoral appointment is designed to support outstanding early-career researchers within six years of completing their PhD.
  • The Fellowship provides dedicated time, resources, and $10,000 in funding to develop a major research output like a book arising from the doctoral thesis.
  • Candidates are expected to contribute to the intellectual life of the discipline by assisting with research activities such as workshops and conferences.

Matching Summary

This prestigious fixed-term postdoctoral appointment is designed to support outstanding early-career researchers within six years of completing their PhD.

Salary

Base: $113,400 - $121,054; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 17% superannuation pro rata; Access to $10,000 research bequest

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strong research profile in history
  • Clear plan for major scholarly output
  • Intellectual independence and focus

Nice-to-have

  • Experience coordinating research workshops
  • Track record of national or international standing
  • Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Key Requirements

  • PhD completed within the last six years
  • Doctoral qualification in history or related discipline
  • Unrestricted work rights in Australia required

Work Rights

Must have unrestricted work rights in Australia

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