Postdoctoral Fellow: China Policy & Security Research

Macquarie University; Sydney; Sur place; AUD 90 000 - 113 000; Plein temps

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Superannuation 17%

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Résumé du poste

Macquarie University invites applications for a full-time Postdoctoral Research Fellowship based in Sydney, commencing in 2027. The role focuses on research regarding contemporary China, with 80% dedicated to research and 20% to public and policy engagement.

The position is 12 months, residential, with potential for future extensions, and requires PhD or thesis submission in relevant areas. Successful candidates will engage with government, media, and policy communities and contribute to

Qualifications

• A completed PhD (or thesis submitted) relevant to contemporary China studies, with the capacity to refine and publish results.
• Exemplary scholarly achievement and strong future promise in one or more areas of contemporary China studies: Chinese foreign policy and international relations; security and defence issues; and/or Chinese domestic politics.
• A clear commitment to public engagement, including the readiness to brief government, business and the broader policy community.
• Experience or willingness to engage in media appearances, policy writing, and opinion writing.
• Willingness to take part in public-facing activities such as workshops, seminars, and public events.
• Excellent English-language communication skills, both written and spoken.
• The successful candidate will be required to complete a Police Check, an academic qualification check and any other relevant background checks required for the role.

Responsabilités

• 80% Research: Conduct independent and joint research aligned with the Initiative's mission and publish results from PhD work.
• 20% Engagement: Policy briefings, policy papers, media commentary, workshops, seminars, and public events in consultation with advisors.

Description du poste

Macquarie University invites applications for a full-time Postdoctoral Research Fellowship based in Sydney, commencing in 2027. The role focuses on research regarding contemporary China, with 80% dedicated to research and 20% to public and policy engagement.

The position is 12 months, residential, with potential for future extensions, and requires PhD or thesis submission in relevant areas. Successful candidates will engage with government, media, and policy communities and contribute to