Research Fellow

Monash • Clayton, NC

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

This is a full-time, fixed-term Research Fellow position for 4 years at Monash University. The role is part of an Australian Research Council (ARC) Discovery Project focused on producing Australia's first comprehensive history of disability. The position combines high-impact historical research (0.6 FTE) with project management (0.4 FTE), aiming to drive academic outputs and lead the operational success and public engagement of the research initiative.

Requirements

• A Ph.D in History (or equivalent research experience).
• Demonstrated experience in historical/scholarly research.
• Demonstrated experience in manuscript preparation.
• A strong track record of refereed publications.
• Proven organizational abilities to run project operations.
• Proven abilities to coordinate stakeholders.
• Proven abilities to organize events seamlessly.
• A strong track record of working effectively both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary research team.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Advanced digital/computer proficiency.

Nice To Haves

• Scholars with disability are particularly encouraged to apply: the selection committee will prioritise applicants with lived experience of disability.

Responsibilities

• Conduct essential, complex historical research into Australian disability services from 1945 to the mid-1980s.
• Publish at least two peer-reviewed journal articles.
• Contribute to a landmark co-authored monograph.
• Contribute to conference papers, research proposals, and broader academic discourse.
• Oversee day-to-day project operations to ensure seamless execution.
• Manage project correspondence and website content.
• Organise major public and academic events, including writing workshops and symposia.
• Assist in executing the project’s Research Stakeholder Engagement Strategy.

Benefits

• 17% employer superannuation
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Support for parents
• Access to quality research facilities, infrastructure, world-class teaching spaces, and international collaboration opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree