The Opportunity
The Research Fellow will contribute to an Australian Research Council funded Discovery Project entitled An Empirical Study of Agenda Setting in the High Court of Australia, playing a key role in producing rigorous, high-quality research and supporting the broader objectives of the team and institution. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to research in both collaborative and independent settings.
Responsibilities include conducting research, producing publications and conference papers and engaging in professional activities such as seminars and conferences. The Research Fellow will also assist with administrative and coordination tasks for research projects and participate in relevant research meetings.
As the successful candidate, you will have a Ph.D, or be close to completing a Ph.D, in economics, political science, law or allied area. You will demonstrate advanced expertise in quantitative and/or qualitative research methods, with proven experience in handling and analysing large datasets. You will be proficient in statistical software, such as R or Stata, and be capable of conducting independent research while collaborating effectively within interdisciplinary teams. You will possess strong organisational skills to set and achieve research goals, coupled with excellent written and verbal communication and a collaborative approach to working with colleagues.
An interest in pursuing empirical legal or socio-legal research is highly desirable.
About Monash University
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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 Russell Smyth, Professor Economics & Deputy Dean (Research), +61 3 9905 1560
Position Description: Research Fellow
Applications Close: Wednesday 25th of February 2026, 11:55pm AEDT
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