Vice Chancellor'S Postdoctoral Research And Impact Fellow

**Exciting new Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Opportunities**:

- **Full Time, Fixed Term positions available for 3 years**:

- **Join our vibrant research community**:

- **Located at one of VU's metro or suburban Melbourne campuses (Hybrid work arrangements available)**

**About VU**:
Victoria University (VU) is a dual-sector institution with campuses in the heart of Melbourne, and across Melbourne's western suburbs. International students can also choose to study at VU Sydney, VU Brisbane or partner institutions overseas.

Our strategic research purpose is to create life-changing and world-changing research for the wellbeing of our people, place and planet.

Established in 2025 by the Vice-Chancellor, the VU Vice-Chancellor's Research and Impact Fellowship (VCRIF) scheme advances our strategic goals to maximise research with impact. Our bold research direction is outlined in the **VU Research and Impact Plan 2023-28**.

Our six research priority areas include:

- Innovating education & future-proofing Australia's workforce
- Sport that inspires elite performance, community participation & healthy living
- Health & wellbeing solutions
- Transforming communities through policy, practice & governance
- Smart, sustainable & liveable cities
- 'By community, for community' First Nations Knowledge.

**The Opportunity**

We are now offering an exciting opportunity for postdoctoral researchers (Level B) to carry out independent and team-based research that will involve the development of relations between other relevant researchers, industry partners and other government organisations. In addition, you will further develop your research skills and contribute to research training.

We have several fellowships of three years in duration for outstanding postdoctoral researchers working in our six research priority areas.

**Responsibilities**will include**:

- Undertake high-quality, independent research
- Develop research outputs and collaborations
- Deliver on the proposed research plan
- Support and pursue research funding activities
- Foster interdisciplinary and applied research
- Contribute to inclusive and collaborative research culture
- Support academic development and engagement

**This is a Full Time, Fixed Term position available for a period of 3 years at the classification of Level B. The full-time equivalent salary range is $109,392 to $129,902 per annum plus 17% superannuation.**

For a copy of the position description please click here**:Vice Chancellor's Postdoctoral Research and Impact Fellowship Position Description**.**

**About You**

You will have a developing research background with relevant publications and are driven by a passion for advancing in your field. You will have up to five years' research experience since conferral of your PhD, or an equivalent period when adjusted for significant career interruptions. This role is suited to outstanding researchers who are at the early stages of establishing an independent research career, with demonstrated potential for high-quality outputs and impact.

**You will have**:

- A PhD in a relevant discipline.
- High-quality research outputs, including peer-reviewed and non-traditional outputs.
- Have a track record of securing competitive research funding and contributing to successful research projects.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct research that contributes to advancing knowledge within a disciplinary or interdisciplinary context.

**Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.**This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Relocation assistance will be provided to overseas and interstate Fellows in line with VU policy.

**How to Apply**:
Applicants must submit three PDF documents and comprise of:

- Your curriculum vitae/resume/referees
- The total length must not exceed 2 pages
- A4, minimum 11pt font, single spacing, 2 cm margins.
- Applicants must submit a structured response addressing the selection criteria:

- The total length must not exceed 4 pages
- A4, minimum 11pt font, single spacing, 2 cm margins.
- Applicants may submit a statement outlining any career interruptions or eligibility related considerations
- Maximum 1 page
- A4, minimum 11pt font, single spacing, 2 cm margins

**Note**:
Further information regarding the Vice-Chancellor's Research and Impact Scheme and eligibility for Career Interruptions is available in our **Fellowship Guidelines.**

**Applications Close: 5pm AEDT Wednesday 11 June 2025**

**What We Offer**

VU provides competitive salaries, excellent superannuation, and a variety of benefits. The university fosters an environment where staff can excel, achieve their goals, and develop their careers. With a focus on diversity, inclusion, and family-friendly policies, VU supports both professional and personal well-being. For more information, please visit our **Jobs at VU Webpage**.

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