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Sociology Professors and Supervisors in Australia
Professors in sociology in australia
626 professors found
T. R. Asworth Associate Professor in Sociology
University of Melbourne
Australia
Research Interests
Epidemiology
Medical Sociology
Sociology
Psychology
Molecular Epidemiology
Macquarie University
Australia
Research Interests
Gender Studies
Political Sociology
Australian Studies
Sociology
University Studies
Macquarie University
Australia
Research Interests
Cultural Anthropology
Intercultural Communication
Education
Sociology
Anthropology
University of Western Australia
Australia
Research Interests
Political Communication
Labor Economics
Political Science
Sociology
Ethic
Macquarie University
Australia
Research Interests
Social Psychology
Special Education
Psychology
Sociology
Education
Professor
Deakin University
Australia
Research Interests
Criminology
Forensic Psychology
Criminal Justice
Sociology
Network Analysis
University of Western Australia
Australia
Research Interests
Comparative Politics
Cultural Geography
African Studies
Sociology
Anthropology
Flinders University
Australia
Research Interests
Health Economics
Epidemiology
Sociology
Public Health
Psychology
Macquarie University
Australia
Research Interests
Cultural Geography
Physical Geography
Sociology
Psychology
Anthropology
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Nathan Caruana
Flinders University
Australia
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1 month ago
Flinders University is advertising a PhD scholarship within the Talent Access Partnerships (TAP) initiative, a South Australian program based in Adelaide focused on creating employment opportunities for people with disability, with particular attention to autistic jobseekers . The project examines how employer confidence , job customisation , and industry-cluster networks contribute to sustainable employment outcomes. The thesis is by publication and will combine a systematic review , longitudin...
Education
Sociology
Psychology
+7 more
1 month ago
La Trobe University
Australia
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2 weeks ago
La Trobe University is offering a joint PhD scholarship with Sheffield Hallam University for candidates interested in research across biomechanics, neuromechanics, sports science, industrial engineering, operations research, economics/finance, supply chain modelling, and quantitative decision support . The post includes multiple project options, including: - Neuromechanical Adaptations to Load Carriage Exposure (movement analysis, injury prevention, military training, load carriage biomechanics)...
Sports Science
Injury Prevention
Agriculture
+9 more
2 weeks ago
Western Sydney University
Australia
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1 month ago
Western Sydney University and the Law and Justice Foundation of NSW are advertising a PhD Scholarship focused on legal needs , access to justice , and intersecting inequalities . The project is linked to an ARC DECRA study examining why legal problems arise, how intersectional disadvantage shapes justice outcomes, and how evidence can inform justice reform. The research will use a large-scale 2026 national legal needs survey dataset and a mixed-methods approach. Suitable applicants should have a...
Anthropology
Sociology
Psychology
+5 more
1 month ago
Living costs in Australia
Estimated costs in Australia.
MonthlyYearly | Australia |
|---|---|
 University Tuition Average PhD tuition per year | A$34.1k $22,000/yr |
 Clothing Basic clothing and seasonal needs per year | A$1.9k $1,200/yr |
 Books & Academic Supplies Textbooks, stationery, and academic materials per year | A$1.1k $700/yr |
 Groceries Basic food shopping for one student per year | A$4.5k $2,880/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
Popular professors
Lecturer
University of Queensland
Australia
Research Interests
Family Law
Maternal And Child Health
Child Welfare
Family Therapy
Australian Studies
Senior Lecturer
Deakin University
Australia
Research Interests
International Security
Cybersecurity
International Relations
Social Justice
Foreign Policy
Lecturer
University of Sydney
Australia
Research Interests
Criminology
Forensic Psychology
Criminal Justice
Sexual Violence
Violence
Opportunities these professors hire for
The Australian National University
Just Landed
Australia
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3 days ago
Just Landed
The Australian National University is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow in Canberra, Australia, to join the ANU Law School and contribute to the ARC Discovery Project “Becoming a ‘World Court’? Globalisation and Judicialisation at the International Court of Justice” (2026–2029). The successful researcher will undertake interdisciplinary work examining the International Court of Justice (ICJ) and its evolving role as the “World Court.” Research activities will include archival research, qualitative i...
Sociology
Political Science
International Relations
+2 more
3 days ago
University of New South Wales
Closing soon
Top university
Australia
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4 days ago
Closing soon
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Research Fellow at the University of New South Wales This is a full-time continuing Research Fellow (Level B) position at the UNSW Centre for Social Impact, based at UNSW Business School in Sydney, NSW, Australia. The role supports research on social impact, investment, innovation, strategy and evaluation, with a current focus on an Australian Research Council Discovery Project on strengthening regional economies through place-based investment. Applicants should hold a PhD in a business-related ...
Sociology
Entrepreneurship
Business
+9 more
4 days ago
University of New South Wales
Closing soon
Top university
Australia
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4 days ago
Closing soon
Top university
Postdoctoral Fellow opportunity at the Australian Research Centre for Cancer Survivorship (ARCCS), University of New South Wales (UNSW), Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. This full-time, 1-year fixed-term postdoctoral role sits within a cancer survivorship research centre and focuses on the complexities of survivorship, including work participation, costs and access to care, economic outcomes, equity in healthcare, and improvements in policy and practice. The successful candidate will contribu...
Epidemiology
Sociology
Behavioral Science
+11 more
4 days ago
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