Role type: Full-Time, Fixed Term for 3 years Faculty: Fine Arts and Musi c Salary: The level of appointment is subject to experience and qualifications Level B $124,656 – $148,023 p.a. or Level C $152,695 – $176,065 p.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 to benefit society 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 Dean’s 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 OR Visualisation, Performance and Storytelling and are broadly aligned with the disciplines of Fine Arts and Music. The Fellowship will enable the successful candidate to establish and consolidate their research careers by contributing to the intellectually vibrant research culture of the Faculty. The Research Fellowship provides an opportunity for dedicated research time within 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 $25,000 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 the Faculty are. 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 For more information check out our benefits page! Location Based in the beautiful Southbank Campus of The University of Melbourne, you will work nestled amongst Melbourne’s 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. We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing reasonable adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. For assistance, please contact Kim Groizard on 61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Contact details for other enquiries are located at the bottom of this page. Find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Our Indigenous strategy, Murmuk Djerring outlines 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 at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au for 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) is for all positions. If successful, we'll guide 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 the Guidelines for Application for Deans Research Fellowship document. Please refer to copy of the position description for full details of the role and selection criteria. Learn more about the application process, including tips and FAQs. For recruitment queries, email Rehan hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. 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 at 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone. Position Description: JR-006537 Dean's Research Fellow_PD.pdf Guidelines for Application for Dean's Research Fellowship: Guidelines for Application for Deans Research Fellowship 2025.pdf