Research Fellow
Job No.: 693681
Location: Clayton campus
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: 2 year and 8 month fixed-term appointment
Remuneration: $123,138 – $146,228 pa Level B (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 Faculty of Education is seeking a Level B Research Fellow to contribute to innovative research in teacher development, professional expertise and practice, working directly with the Dean of Education. This opportunity focuses on advancing interdisciplinary research on teacher judgement that will inform curriculum mapping guides, assessment frameworks and professional learning resources as part of a significant multi-year research initiative.
In this role, you will be responsible for leading the development and validation of a research-based measurement scale, engaging in research activities within the HE Impact Lab, and contributing to collaborative interdisciplinary projects with university and external partners. You will produce high-quality research outputs, support grant development and professional engagement activities.
As a successful candidate, you will demonstrate advanced expertise in teacher preparation, reflexive practice and professional expertise, supported by a strong understanding of Australian education policy and practice. Highly developed mixed methods research capability is essential, including qualitative and quantitative analysis, research synthesis, survey and interview methodologies, and academic writing. You will have proven experience producing research publications, managing research systems and funding, and communicating complex research outcomes to varied audiences.
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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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 Mary Ryan, Dean, Faculty of Education - Mary.Ryan@monash.edu
Position Description: Research Fellow
Applications Close: Monday 8th June, 11:55pm AEST
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