Research Fellow
Job No.: 677896
Location: Clayton campus
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: 18 Months fixed-term appointment
Remuneration: $83,280 – $113,025 pa Level A (plus 17% employer superannuation)
- 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
The Research Fellow is responsible for contributing to the advancement of the University's research objectives through focused work on an Australian Research Council funded Research Hub for Carbon Utilisation and Recycling. This position supports the development of innovative, evidence-based research into Australia’s legal and regulatory frameworks surrounding carbon mitigation technologies, with the goal of shaping impactful environmental governance solutions.
The role provides support for the delivery of high-impact research by undertaking independent and collaborative research activities, contributing to project outputs, publications, and presentations. In this role, you will design research frameworks, develop qualitative survey methodologies, and engage with media and social platforms to promote the program. You will also attend relevant meetings and contribute to administrative tasks and professional activities aligned with the research area.
As the successful candidate, you will demonstrate expertise in qualitative research design and empirical methodologies, supported by a strong track record of refereed research publications and manuscript preparation. You will exhibit advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with well-developed planning and organisational abilities to manage multiple priorities effectively. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, strict adherence to confidentiality principles, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and specialised research software are essential, with experience in AI tool development considered highly advantageous.
About Monash University
At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – 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.
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: Associate Professor Gerry Nagtzaam, Associate Professor, +61 3 9905 3330
Position Description: Research Fellow
Applications Close: Sunday 14th of September 2025, 11:55pm AEST
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