Organisation/Company VICTORIA UNIVERSITY Research Field Educational sciences Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Leading Researcher (R4) First Stage Researcher (R1) Application Deadline 30 Apr 2026 - 00:00 (UTC) Country Australia Type of Contract Other Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No Offer DescriptionAcademic Level B to E, Full Time, Fixed Term positions available for 3 to 5 years Join our vibrant research community Located at one of VU's metro or suburban Melbourne campuses (Hybrid work arrangements available) About Victoria University: Victoria University (VU) is a dual-sector institution with campuses in the heart of Melbourne and across Melbourne's western suburbs. For over a century, VU has championed inclusive education, offering pathways from vocational training to higher education and research. Today we are proud to be a globally connected university committed to equity, excellence and impact. VU's vision, outlined in our strategic plan Start Well Finish Brilliantly (2022–2028), is to be a global leader in dual-sector research and learning by 2028. Our strategic research purpose is to create life-changing and world-leading research for the wellbeing of our people, place and planet. About the Fellowship: Established in 2025 by the Vice-Chancellor, the Vice-Chancellor's Research and Impact Fellowship (VCRIF) scheme aims to attract, support and retain high-performing researchers who will contribute to Victoria University's research ambition. The fellowship scheme supports researchers across four academic levels: Vice-Chancellor's Postdoctoral Research and Impact Fellow (Level B) Vice-Chancellor's Senior Research and Impact Fellow (Level C) Vice-Chancellor's Principal Research and Impact Fellow (Level D) Vice-Chancellor's Professorial Research and Impact Fellow (Level E) Fellows will be supported to develop and deliver impactful research programs that contribute to Victoria University's research strengths and strategic priorities. Innovating education & future-proofing Australia's workforce Sport that inspires elite performance, community participation & healthy living Transforming communities through policy, practice & governance 'By community, for community' First Nations Knowledge The Opportunity: The Vice-Chancellor's Research and Impact Fellowship offers an exciting opportunity for high-performing researchers to establish or expand their research program at Victoria University. Fellows will have significant research time allocation to pursue high-impact research and will contribute to building research capability across the University. Depending on level of appointment, Fellows will be expected to: Lead high-quality research programs with national or international impact Produce high-quality research outputs Secure competitive external research funding Supervise higher degree by research candidates Build interdisciplinary research collaborations Engage with industry, government and community partners Contribute to research leadership and culture within Victoria University About You: The successful candidate will demonstrate: A PhD in a relevant discipline A strong track record of high-quality research outputs relative to opportunity Evidence of research leadership appropriate to career stage Experience securing or contributing to competitive research funding Capacity to supervise higher degree by research candidates Experience conducting interdisciplinary research Ability to engage with external stakeholders to enhance research impact Appointment Level:Academic Level B–E Employment Type:Full-time, fixed term Length: 3 years (Levels B & C) Up to 5 years (Levels D & E) Location:Victoria University Melbourne campuses Research Allocation:Research-focused role Successful candidates will receive a competitive salary package and access to research support funding. Closing date for your Expressions of Interest will be 30 April 2026 @ 5pm For further information relating to the position, please contact the Vice Chancellor's Research and Impact Fellowship Scheme program team at vcrif@vu.edu.au Why Join VU: VU provides competitive salaries, excellent superannuation, and a variety of benefits. The university fosters an environment where staff can excel, achieve their goals, and develop their careers. With a focus on diversity, inclusion, and family-friendly policies, VU supports both professional and personal well‐being. Our Commitment: Victoria University is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and socially responsible community. We honour our deep diversity by respecting First Nations perspectives and embedding sustainable approaches to Protecting Country, while championing progressive inclusivity for all—embracing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and racially marginalised communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people of all ages and socio‐economic backgrounds. As a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, we strive to create a place where everyone feels they belong, and we ensure a positive, barrier‐free recruitment experience by providing adjustments and accessible formats upon request at inclusivecareers@vu.edu.au or (03) 9919 5999#J-18808-Ljbffr