Deakin University Research Fellow Recruitment 2026

Deakin University invites applications for a part-time Research Fellow position focused on the social dimensions of climate change, energy transition and decarbonisation. The role will be based at the Melbourne Burwood Campus, with extended periods of fieldwork in Darwin, Northern Territory. (Deakin Careers)

Position Details

• Organisation: Deakin University

• Position: Research Fellow

• Job Number: 586151

• Category: Research

• Work Type: Part-time, 0.8 FTE

• Location: Melbourne Burwood, Australia

• Fieldwork Location: Darwin, Northern Territory

• Contract: Fixed-term until 8 December 2028

• Remuneration: Level B – $122,391 plus 17% superannuation

• Application Deadline: 1 September 2026 (Deakin Careers)

About the Position

The selected candidate will join an international and multidisciplinary research team studying the social dimensions of climate change and energy transition. The role involves planning and conducting ethnographic fieldwork, analysing qualitative data and translating research findings into academic publications, creative outputs and practical policy frameworks. (Deakin Careers)

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and undertake ethnographic fieldwork.

• Conduct interviews, participant observation and qualitative analysis.

• Prepare high-quality research publications and policy outputs.

• Collaborate with universities, industry partners and regional communities.

• Develop interdisciplinary research partnerships.

• Contribute to research administration, publications and academic events. (Deakin Careers)

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants should possess:

• A PhD in Anthropology, Geography or a relevant discipline.

• An emerging research profile supported by academic publications.

• Experience in ethnographic or qualitative research.

• Experience conducting interviews, fieldwork and participant observation.

• Research experience related to climate change, decarbonisation, energy transition, environmental management or associated social and environmental issues.

• Strong interpersonal, collaborative and communication skills. (Deakin Careers)

Application Requirements

Candidates must submit:

• An updated curriculum vitae.

• A brief cover letter.

• Responses addressing the key selection criteria. (Deakin Careers)

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online through the official Deakin University careers portal by 1 September 2026. (Deakin Careers)

Contact

For a confidential discussion regarding the position, candidates may contact Associate Professor Timothy Neale at t.neale@deakin.edu.au. (Deakin Careers)

Official Vacancy and Application Link

Applicants can review the complete position description and access the online application form through the official Deakin University vacancy page. (Deakin Careers)

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