Postdoctoral Fellow

PRIMARY DETAIL
- Salary: Annual base $123,435 (Level B), plus 17% employer's superannuation contribution and annual leave loading.
- Appointment type: Full-time, 2-year fixed term contract
- Location: Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde

About the Role

This position is part of the John Templeton Foundation’s project _Cognition All the Way Up._

The research will be conducted in close collaboration between Philosophy and Biological Sciences.

The position will be located in the Theory and Methods in Bioscience group, headed by Dr Bourrat in the Philosophy Discipline.

The skills required for this position lie at the intersection of philosophy of biology and philosophy of cognitive sciences.

About Us

Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Celebrating its 60th year in 2024, it was established as a bold experiment in higher education and designed to break from educational traditions to work in tandem with industry. Institutionally we strive for the extraordinary by challenging convention and embracing different views. Our pioneering culture has encouraged and inspired students, staff and collaborators to break free from conventional thinking, and to actively shape the complex issues that define the future of humanity.

For further information on the research activities of the team, please visit the following websites:
Dr Pierrick Bourrat:
Prof. Andrew Barron:
Emer. Prof. Paul Griffiths:
How to Apply

Essential Selection Criteria:
- PhD in Philosophy of Life Sciences (Philosophy of Biology or Cognitive Sciences) relevant to the research projectA strong track record of publications in high-quality peer reviewed journals in Philosophy of Biology/Cognitive Sciences contributing to advancing theories of mínimal or basal cognition and/or evolutionary transitions in individuality.- Proven ability to conduct highly interdisciplinary research, bridging philosophical theory with empirical findings from the biological sciences.- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with evidence of ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary research team and to meet project deadlines.
- _Please note this position requires criminal record check._

For role specific enquires, please contact Pierrick Bourrat, Senior Lecturer at

Applications Close: Tuesday 22nd of July at 11:59pm AEST

Why work at Macquarie

We rank amongst the top employers in the Australian Workplace Employers Index, having recently earned a five-star rating in the QS World Rankings with the highest rating for employability.

Our prime location, we are walking distance from Macquarie University Metro Station and Macquarie Shopping Centre. Not only are we close, take a look at our benefits on offer:
- 17% Superannuation- Subsidised onsite parking options- Flexible working options- Training and professional development- Onsite childcare facilities- Discounted health insurance (Medibank)- Onsite vacation care- Employee Assistance Program- Subsidised membership at the Sport & Aquatic Centre- Onsite GP, imaging & physio clinics

Applications Close:
22/07/2025 11:59 PM

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