Colonel George Johnson Fellowship In Australian History

University of Sydney

Sydney, NSW, Australia
Base: $113,400 - $121,054; bonus/equity: not speci...
Early-career researcher with phd in history
Strong track record of national or international standing
Capacity to deliver high-quality independent research
The fellowship provides dedicated time and resources for early-career historians to develop a major research output, typically a book arising from their doctoral thesis

Job Summary

  • The fellowship provides dedicated time and resources for early-career historians to develop a major research output, typically a book arising from their doctoral thesis.
  • Recipients gain access to $10,000 from the Colonel George Johnston bequest to support research travel, conference participation, and publication costs.
  • The role requires completing an original substantial research project while contributing to the intellectual life of the discipline through workshops and discussions.

Matching Summary

The fellowship provides dedicated time and resources for early-career historians to develop a major research output, typically a book arising from their doctoral thesis.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Early-career researcher with PhD in history
  • Strong track record of national or international standing
  • Capacity to deliver high-quality independent research

Nice-to-have

  • Commitment to equity and diversity in scholarship
  • Experience coordinating workshops and conferences
  • Ability to work within defined project timeframes

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Must have unrestricted work rights in Australia

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