RMIT Vice Chancellor's Research Fellowships

About the positions

RMIT Vice Chancellor's Research Fellowships 

The RMIT Vice Chancellor's Research Fellowships Program is designed to attract outstanding global research talent. The program offers researchers the opportunity to lead innovative, applied research projects with real-world impact across three priority areas: Regenerative Futures, MedTech Innovation, and Digital Innovation. Fellows will work in a collaborative environment, supported by RMIT’s state-of-the-art research facilities and interdisciplinary networks, to contribute to positive societal, economic, and environmental changes.

The fellowships are open to both local and international researchers, providing them with the opportunity to build long-term research careers and foster connections with industry and academic partners globally.

Fellowship Overview

• Contract Type: 3 or 5-year fixed-term, full-time positions
• Salary: Attractive salary with 17% superannuation
• Additional Support: Access to RMIT’s research facilities, mentoring, and researcher development programs
• Work Arrangements: Flexible working conditions

Fellowship recipients will also have the opportunity to develop new research areas, access international collaboration networks, and lead research teams.

Study Level and Fields

• Research Focus Areas: Regenerative Futures, MedTech Innovation, Digital Innovation
• Fellowship Types: Available at academic levels A to E (covering different seniority levels)
• Eligibility: Open to all research disciplines, depending on alignment with RMIT’s priority areas

• Deadline: CLOSED

Eligibility Criteria 

• Have applied for and met the entry requirements for a graduate research degree at RMIT University
• Be currently enrolled in a graduate research degree at RMIT University

Eligible Countries: All nationalities are eligible for this scholarship

Eligible course or study program: Any program of your choice

Selection Criteria 

Fellowship recipients will be selected based on:

• Research excellence and alignment with RMIT’s research priorities
• Ability to lead collaborative research projects
• Evidence of successful industry and academic collaborations
• Potential to create impact beyond academia

(Also apply for Vice Chancellor’s Research Fellowship  PhD Opportunity)

How to Apply

Applications for the RMIT Vice Chancellor's Research Fellowships are open until 28 November 2023. Interested candidates should submit their application through the RMIT website, ensuring they provide relevant documentation, including their research proposal and evidence of their research track record.S

• Submit an application for a graduate research degree at RMIT University through the online application portal
•  Apply for the Vice-Chancellor's Research Fellowship through the RMIT University Scholarship Application Portal
• Provide all required documentation, including academic transcripts, research proposal, and referee reports

Who to contact

• RMIT University Research Office: research@rmit.edu.au
• Phone: +61 3 9925 2000

Visit the University Website to apply and for further details on this scholarship.

(Also apply for Australia Awards Fellowships 2025)

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