Macquarie University is first among Australian universities under 50 years of age. Located on 126 hectares, we enjoy excellent facilities including a state-of-the-art library, the country's most technologically advanced hospital with associated research facilities and new models for industry engagement and research, an exceptional sports complex and we are easily accessible by rail and bus.
Macquarie University invests significantly in areas of research excellence. We aspire to have the highest possible levels of research engagement amongst our staff – a pervasive research culture that spans all academic levels.
The roles
In keeping with this research focus, Macquarie University will offer up to six full-time postdoctoral research fellowships, commencing 1 January 2014. Funding Rules and application material are available at: MQ Research Fellowships
Please click here to view the Expression of Interest Template and Instructions for applicants.
In addition, MQ Research Fellows are eligible to apply for up to AUD$50,000 over three years for project costs.
Eligibility: PhD awarded on or after 1 March 2010, or proposed thesis submission date by 28 August 2013.
Appointment Type: Fixed-term (three years), full-time
Enquiries: Jennifer Newton by email to jennifer.newton@mq.edu.au
Package: Base Salary AUD$78,560 p.a. (Level A Step 6) plus 17% employer’s superannuation and annual leave loading.
Expressions of Interest Close: Wednesday 12 June 2013 at 5pm AEST.
Attention - Only applications submitted via email to grants@mq.edu.au will be accepted via the 'Apply' button. See research office website.