Dean's Research Fellow (Fine Arts and Music)
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Job Summary
Role type:Full-Time Fixed Term for 3 years
Faculty:Fine Arts and Music
Salary:The level of appointment is subject to experience and qualifications
Level B $124656 $148023 p.a.or
Level C $152695 $176065p.a. plus 17% super
A unique and exciting opportunity for early-career researchers to contribute to the vibrant research at the Faculty of Fine Arts and Music
The University of Melbourne
We take pride in our people who all contribute to our mission tobenefitsociety through the transformative impact of education and research.Discover more via our website.
Your next career opportunity
The Faculty of Fine Arts and Music at the University of Melbourne is home to the Victorian College of the Arts and the Melbourne Conservatorium of Music. Long recognised as one of the leading providers of fine arts and music education in Australia the Faculty has an ambitious plan to grow its global profile.
About the Role
We invite applications from early career researchers for a Deans Research Fellowship.The Research Fellowship is designed to support talented doctoral graduates who are working on innovation within the Research Impact Areas of Creative Arts Health ORVisualisation Performance and Storytelling and are broadly aligned with the disciplines of Fine Arts and Music. The Fellowship will enable the successful candidate toestablishandconsolidatetheir research careers by contributing to the intellectually vibrant research culture of theFaculty.
The Research Fellowshipprovidesan opportunity for dedicatedresearch timewithin a supportive and collegial research environment. The successful candidate will receive research and academic career training and mentoring designed to equip the candidate for a career as a teaching and research-focused academic at an Australian or international university.
Research Fellows will report to the Associate Dean (Research and Research Training). A research fund of $25000 will be provided to support project costs during the Fellowship.
You may be a great fit if:
You will be a PhD graduate with a strong record in research. A demonstrated capacity for multidisciplinary and collaborative research an ability to generate external funding and eagerness to contribute to the research outcomes of theFacultyare.
What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment including:
Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
Progressive considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
Location
Based in the beautiful Southbank Campus of The University of Melbourne you will work nestled amongst Melbournes major arts and cultural organisations and venues. You will have the convenience of great transport links to the rest of the city with the serenity of the Botanical Gardens close by.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We believe the diversity of our community enriches us all and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued respected and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds identities and experiences.Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.
Werecommitted to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support providing reasonable adjustmentsthroughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Forassistance please contact Kim Groizard onor at(subject: Recruitment Adjustments). Contact details for other enquiriesare locatedat the bottom of this page.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians.Our Indigenous strategy Murmuk Djerringoutlines our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students.
Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team atfor further information and support.
Please note: This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available.
A Working with Children Check (WWCC) isfor all positions. If successfulwellguide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost.
Join Us and unlock your career potential!
If this role is right for you please apply with the following documents:
Resume
Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
In developing your application you must include the details required as outlines in theGuidelines for Application for Deans Research Fellowship document.
Please referto copyof the position description for full details of the role and selection criteria.
For recruitment queries emailRehan. Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line. Please do not send applications to this email address.
For job-specific queries refer to the contact details in the Position Description.
Applications close:15 December 2025 at11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.
Position Description:JR-006537 Deans Research
Guidelines for Application for Deans Research Fellowship:Guidelines for Application for Deans Research Fellowship
Key Skills
- Bioinformatics
- Genetics
- R
- Biochemistry
- Cell Biology
- Research Experience
- Statistical Software
- Cell Culture
- Molecular Biology
- Data Analysis Skills
- Flow Cytometry
- Microscopy
