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Postdoctoral Researcher in Slow Emergencies, Youth Futures and Education Policy University of Melbourne in Australia

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Education

Funding

Full-time, fixed-term appointment until 31 January 2029. Salary is Level B, $124,656–$148,023 per annum, plus 17% superannuation. Benefits include salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, professional development, flexible work arrangements and leave provisions. Visa sponsorship is not available.

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Nov 22, 2026

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University of Melbourne

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Education
Participatory Action Research
Environmental Science
Sociology
Artificial Intelligence
Youth Studies
Education Policy
Covid-19 Pandemic
Cambio Climático

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About this position

The University of Melbourne's Faculty of Education is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to join the School of Education and Society and the Slow Emergencies project team.

The project investigates how young people's futures in education policy are shaped by slow emergencies, including climate change, artificial intelligence and pandemics. The researcher will contribute to innovative qualitative research examining policy responses and the experiences and perspectives of young people and policy makers across Australia.

The role involves leading day-to-day research delivery, designing and conducting interviews, and organising in-person and online participatory forums. The researcher will work collaboratively on publications, presentations and other project outputs, develop relationships with research audiences and networks, and support project governance through workplan monitoring, reporting, records and data management.

The postdoctoral researcher will also mentor and coordinate research assistants, graduate researchers and youth researchers, while contributing to related funding proposals. The project team brings together scholars in education policy, youth studies, and environmental and digital change, with the role working closely with Professor Marcia McKenzie and collaborators across institutions.

The Faculty provides a collegial and inclusive research environment, with mentoring and extensive networks supporting development as an emerging research leader. The position offers an opportunity to build a publication profile and contribute research with potential impact on education policy responses to climate change, AI and other slow emergencies.

Funding details

Full-time, fixed-term appointment until 31 January 2029. Salary is Level B, $124,656–$148,023 per annum, plus 17% superannuation. Benefits include salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, professional development, flexible work arrangements and leave provisions. Visa sponsorship is not available.

What's required

Applicants must hold a PhD in education or a related social science completed within the last five years. They should demonstrate a strong record of peer-reviewed publications relative to opportunity and career stage; advanced qualitative methods experience in comparative studies and/or research with young people or policy makers; the ability to manage complex research projects, timelines and competing priorities; strong organisational and planning skills; effective collaboration in interdisciplinary teams; confident communication with diverse stakeholders; and expertise in one or more of slow emergencies, education policy, climate change, AI or young people's mental health. Applicants must have current valid work rights for Australia, as visa sponsorship is unavailable. A Working with Children Check is required, and applicants must upload a resume and cover letter.

How to apply

Apply through the University of Melbourne Workday application portal. Upload a resume and cover letter outlining your interest and experience; addressing the Selection Criteria is not required. Review the application guidance and position description before submitting.

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