Post-doctoral Fellow

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Canberra, ACT, Australia UNSW Full time

Post-doctoral Fellow – Cliometrics and Quantitative Economic History – School of Economics

UNSW Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

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Employment Type: Fixed term full time until March 2027
Remuneration: Level B from $127,947 (plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)
Location: Kensington NSW

This Job is based in Australia

Employment Type: Fixed term full time until March 2027
Remuneration: Level B from $127,947 (plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)
Location: Kensington NSW

Why your role matters

The Post-Doctoral Fellow (Level B) will carry out independent and/or team research within the field in which they are appointed and to carry out activities to develop their research expertise relevant to their particular field of research.

You will be undertaking research that is closely related to the overseas studies in which you have recently completed. You will contribute theoretical and/or practical knowledge to the research project derived from your studies.

The role of Post-Doctoral Fellow reports to the Scientia Professor and has no direct reports.

Accountabilities Specific For This Role Include

Engage in individual and/or collaborative research in a manner consistent with disciplinary practice.
Create scholarly impact in the discipline which is recognised by peers in the advancement of disciplinary knowledge.
Conduct research/scholarly activities under limited supervision, either independently or as a member of a team (as per the norms of the discipline).
Establish a personal research portfolio and start developing independent research proposals.
Contribute to the development of applications for competitive funding under the guidance of senior colleagues

Skills And Experience

Fluency in French and German
Significant experience in collection and digitization of original Archives
Proficiency in R, Python, Stata
A PhD in Economics
Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
Demonstrated track record in research with outcomes of high quality and high impact with clear evidence of the desire and ability to continually achieve research excellence as well as the capacity for research leadership.
A track record of significant involvement with the profession and/or industry.
High level communication skills and ability to network effectively and interact with a diverse range of students and staff.
Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships

To view the comprehensive list of the responsibilities and the skills and experience please refer to the position description. A copy of the position description can be found below the job advert.

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Benefits

People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world.

Our Benefits Include

Flexible Working Options (work from home, flexible hours etc)
Career development opportunities
17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments
Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period
Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness)

How To Apply

Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Submit your application, upload your CV and include a 1–2-page cover letter addressing how your skills and experience align to this position.

Applications close: Thursday 11th September 2025 at 9:00am Sydney Australia

Get In Touch

For questions related to the position please contact:

Persa Tzakis

Talent Acquisition Team Leader and Executive Resourcer

p.tzakis@unsw.edu.au

Please apply online - applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed above.

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.Seniority level

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