Vice-Chancellor's Research Fellowship (Academic Levels A‑D)

About the role

The Vice-Chancellor's Research Fellowship at RMIT offers outstanding researchers the opportunity to lead transdisciplinary applied projects that address societal, economic and environmental challenges. Fellows will work within one of three priority areas – Regenerative and Sustainable Futures, MedTech Innovation, or Digital Innovation – and will be supported to generate high‑impact outcomes.

Key responsibilities

• Design and conduct high‑quality, collaborative research projects aligned with RMIT’s strategic priorities.
• Secure competitive research funding from national and international sources.
• Produce scholarly outputs such as journal articles, patents, and industry reports.
• Engage with industry partners and research organisations to foster collaboration.
• Mentor junior researchers and contribute to RMIT’s research community.

Required profile

• Hold a PhD or equivalent doctoral qualification.
• Demonstrated experience leading research teams and delivering impactful results.
• Track record of obtaining competitive research grants.
• Evidence of successful collaboration with industry or external research entities.

Required skills

What we offer

• Attractive salary package with 17% superannuation.
• Flexible working arrangements and a supportive, hybrid workplace.
• Fixed‑term contract of 3 or 4 years, depending on fellowship type.
• Generous annual research support funding.
• Access to RMIT’s state‑of‑the‑art facilities, interdisciplinary networks, mentoring and professional development programmes.