Position Number: 0065659
Location: Parkville
Role type: Part-time (0.8 FTE); Fixed term till 27 July 2027
Faculty: Faculty of Arts
School: School of Culture and Communication
Salary: Level A - $83,468 - $113,262 p.a. plus 17% super (pro rata for part-time)
- Contribute to new Australian art histories / Collaborate with leading scholars / Influence undergraduate curricula
- Apply now to advance your early career in Australian art history through this prestigious two-year fellowship
- Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
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Your next career opportunity
As the Hugh Ramsay Postdoctoral Fellow, you'll have the opportunity to pursue groundbreaking research in Australian art history at the University of Melbourne. You'll work closely with the Hugh Ramsay Chair, contribute to curriculum development, and help shape the future of Australian art studies, including Indigenous and non Indigenous Australian art. This part-time role offers you the chance to establish yourself as a rising scholar in the field while making significant contributions to academic research and teaching.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Conduct Innovative Research: Initiate and pursue original research projects focusing on new Australian art histories, publishing high-quality academic papers and presenting at conferences.
- Contribute to Curriculum Development: Participate in developing undergraduate offerings in Australian art history, informed by your research interests.
- Engage in Academic Service: Support the priorities of the Art History program and contribute to research workshops and public outreach activities.
- Collaborate and Network: Work closely with the Hugh Ramsay Chair and engage in interdisciplinary collaborative research activities within and across Faculties.
You may be a great fit if:
You are an early-career researcher with a recently awarded PhD in Australian art history, demonstrating exceptional scholarly achievement and the potential to make original contributions to the fields of Indigenous and non Indigenous Australian art through your research and teaching abilities.
You may also:
- Have been awarded your PhD in Australian art history or a related field within the last three years.
- Possess a strong record of research and publication in Australian art history.
- Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Have the ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary research environments.
- Show a commitment to the Faculty's values and behaviours.
- Have knowledge of art museum practice in Australia (desirable).
For further information please refer to the attached PD.
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
- Comprehensive career development and training, plus a 25% discount on UniMelb graduate courses for your immediate family members!
For more information check out our benefits page!
Your New Team – School of Culture and Communication
The School of Culture and Communication is a vibrant, multidisciplinary community, home to programs in Art History and Curatorship, Arts and Cultural Management, Indigenous Studies, Creative Writing, English and Theatre Studies, Media and Communications, Publishing and Communications, Journalism, and Screen and Cultural Studies
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The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Kim Groizard +61 3 9035 3218 or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
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For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring
Working at the University – what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Join Us and unlock your career potential!
Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today! Including the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Rehan Wadiwala via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding this position please follow the details listed on the Position Description.
Position Description
