Are you a rising academic talent with a thirst for impactful research and global collaboration? Here’s your moment—Deakin University has officially opened applications for its 2026 Deakin University Postdoctoral Research Fellowships (DUPRF), offering a transformative opportunity for early-career researchers across the world.
Previously known as the Alfred Deakin Postdoctoral Research Fellowships, the DUPRF is one of Australia’s most prestigious postdoctoral opportunities—designed to support and elevate emerging researchers who are ready to drive bold ideas and shape global knowledge frontiers.
What’s on Offer?
Each successful Fellow will receive:
- Up to 3 years of salary support, ranging from Level A, Step 6 to the top of Level B
- A one-off research support grant of AUD $15,000 to cover essential project costs
- Access to mentoring, infrastructure, and interdisciplinary collaboration at one of Australia’s top research universities
This Fellowship isn’t just a job—it’s a platform to thrive, innovate, and leave a legacy in your field.
Who Can Apply?
The Fellowship is open to both Australian and international applicants who:
- Hold a PhD awarded on or after 1 January 2022, or an equivalent award date adjusted for allowable career interruptions
- Are committed to developing an independent research profile
- Can align their research goals with Deakin’s key institutes, schools, or research centers.
Be Inspired by Past Fellows
Deakin’s Alfred Deakin Institute for Citizenship and Globalization (ADI) has been home to several trailblazing DUPRF recipients. These fellows have:
- Investigated counter-extremism strategies
- Tackled the complex politics of environmental justice
- Analyzed the social impact of war trauma and toxic land use
- Explored race, religion, and security in global discourse
Their research has gone beyond academia—shaping policy, peacebuilding programs, and global narratives.
Apply: https://adi.deakin.edu.au/deakin-university-postdoctoral-research-fellowship-2026/
The last date to apply for the Deakin University Postdoctoral Research Fellowships 2026 is Sunday, 10 August 2025 at 11:55 PM AEST.