Research Fellow
Job No.: 691944
Location: Caulfield campus
Employment Type: Part-time, fraction (0.6)
Duration: 3 year fixed-term appointment
Remuneration: Pro-rata of Level B, $118,974 - $141, 283 pa HEW 6 plus 17% super
- Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
- Join our inclusive, collaborative community
- Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them
The Opportunity
Join a pioneering research initiative exploring the future of Australian cities through innovative architectural thinking. This Level B research-only academic position offers an exciting opportunity for an outstanding candidate with a background in architecture, urban design and/or co-design to contribute to the ARC Discovery Project “DESIGNING DIGNITY.” The project reimagines public bathroom amenities as vital urban assets—positioning them as anchor buildings, social infrastructure and “Infrastructures of Care” that support thriving, inclusive communities. By adopting a place-based research approach, the project aims to reconceptualise the role of these modest yet essential civic buildings in responding to the social, political and environmental challenges shaping contemporary Australian cities.
As a Level B research-only academic, the appointee will contribute to collaborative research activities, produce high-quality publications and conference outputs, support the supervision and development of junior research staff, and assist in the preparation of research proposals for external funding. The role requires strong analytical and communication skills, experience in research publication and mentoring, and the ability to work both independently and within an interdisciplinary team. Expertise in urban design, inclusive or participatory co-design practices, and project and stakeholder coordination will be highly valued, along with advanced digital and visual communication skills.
About the area
Monash Art, Design and Architecture (MADA) is a dynamic community of thinkers and makers who combine creativity with critical inquiry to address contemporary global challenges. Through interdisciplinary collaboration and practice-based research, MADA advances design knowledge across areas such as health, mobility, gender and place, and emerging technologies. The Faculty offers innovative undergraduate and postgraduate design programs that prepare students for sustainable creative careers and values diversity, inclusive practices and equitable decision-making in all aspects of its work.
About Monash University
At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something ground breaking – a place where great things happen.
We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.
Some 20,000 staff work for Monash around the world. We have 95,000 students, four Australian campuses, and campuses in Malaysia and Indonesia. We also have a major presence in India and China, and a significant centre and research foundation in Italy.
In our short history, we have skyrocketed through global university rankings and established ourselves consistently among the world's best tertiary institutions. We rank in the world’s top-50 universities in rankings including the QS World University Rankings 2026.
Together with our commitment to academic freedom, you will have access to quality research facilities, infrastructure, world-class teaching spaces, and international collaboration opportunities.
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Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.
To Apply
For instructions on how to apply, please refer to
'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Your application must address the Key Selection Criteria.
Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.
Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.
Enquiries: Professor Nicole Kalms, Lab Director (Associate Dean - Research) - 0408 006 636
Position Description: Research Fellow
Applications Close: Tuesday, 7th April at 11:55pm AEST
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