Forrest Research Foundation Fellowship in Australia

  •  Fellowship
  •  15-May-2025
  •   Australia
  • $$  Salary, accommodation allowance, travel and research funding

With the aim of providing a world-class education to highly qualified students, Forrest Research Foundation is providing Fellowship program for the academic session 2025/2026.

To be eligible for the Forrest Research Foundation Fellowship, applicants must be in the final year of their PhD or have completed their PhD on or after 1 January 2023. They must have fulfilled all PhD requirements by 31 December 2025. Candidates should have an outstanding academic record, a proven track of innovative research, and experience at multiple research institutions. The fellowship is open to applicants from all nationalities and across all disciplines offered by participating universities in Western Australia.

The Forrest Research Foundation supports world-class research and innovation by attracting exceptional early-career researchers from around the globe. It aims to build a dynamic and inclusive research community that tackles global challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration. The Foundation offers prestigious scholarships and fellowships, encouraging bold ideas, intellectual generosity, and a commitment to making a positive impact on society.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: Open to applicants from all nationalities

  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The fellowship will be awarded in any research discipline offered by the participating Western Australian universities

  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must:

    • Be in the final year of their PhD or have had their PhD conferred on or after 1 January 2023

    • Have completed all requirements for their PhD by 31 December 2025

    • Demonstrate an outstanding academic profile and a record of innovative research

    • Have studied and conducted research at multiple institutions

    • Be committed to broadening their research scope and collaborating across disciplines

    • Show a dedication to research communication and societal impact

For full eligibility criteria, visit the official guidelines:
https://forrestresearch.org.au/fellowship-guidelines

Offered Benefits

  • Salary: AUD $108,362 (Level A Step 8 in 2025) plus 17% superannuation

  • Accommodation Allowance: AUD $25,116 per annum (2025, subject to tax)

  • Research and Travel Allowance: AUD $12,000 (once-off, for approved research-related travel and expenses)

  • Relocation Allowance: Includes economy airfare to Perth and relocation support for interstate/international Fellows.

Application Process

Interested applicants must submit the following documents:

  1. Completed Application Form

  2. Curriculum Vitae

  3. List of Publications

  4. List of Grants and Awards

  5. Contact details of three referees (at least two must be academic)

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