PhD Scholarship in Social Science (Monash Gender and Family Violence Prevention Centre)

PhD Scholarship in Social Science (Monash Gender and Family Violence Prevention Centre)

Job No.: 643111

Location: Clayton campus

Employment Type: Full-time

Duration: 3-year and 3-month fixed-term appointment

Remuneration: The successful applicant will receive a Research Living Allowance, at current value of $30,000AUD per annum 2022 full-time rate (tax-free stipend), indexed plus allowances as per RTP stipend scholarship conditions at: www.monash.edu/graduate-research/study/scholarships/scholarship-policy-and-procedures . A tuition fee scholarship and Single Overseas Health Cover (OSHC) will be provided for a successful international awardee.

The Opportunity

This PhD scholarship is funded as part of an ARC funded Future Fellowship, Domestic and Family violence and border-related harm, led by Professor Marie Segrave.

As part of the program of research, this scholarship particularly seeks to encourage applications from potential scholars who identify as being from a migrant or refugee background.

The project will be set by the successful candidate but can broadly explore the intersections of gendered violence, migration and border control. The project proposal will be part of the assessment.

Undertaking this PhD within the context of a Future Fellowship program of research has several advantages. First, the successful candidate will be integrated into a successful research agenda that has been funded by the Australian Research Council, and will have access to funding to support fieldwork, transcription, travel, and conference attendance. Second, the candidate will benefit from expert supervision from research leaders in social science who are committed to excellence in research and supporting early career researchers to develop well rounded research and publication track records for ongoing success post-PhD. Finally, the candidate will benefit from being a part of a rich and rewarding PhD program, with other PhD students exploring intersecting areas of research that will enrich the research and scholarly experience. The candidate also benefit from being embedded in the high quality research culture of both the Monash Gender and Family Violence Prevention Centre and the School of Social Sciences.

Monash University is the largest university in Australia and regularly ranks in the top 100 universities worldwide. Monash has six globally networked campuses and international alliances in Europe and Asia. The applicant will be based at the Clayton campus in Melbourne. Social Science at Monash is diverse and vibrant, including research expertise in geography, sociology, politics and sustainability transitions. We have a strong and supportive research culture, led by internationally recognised scholars successful in attracting national and international competitive funding.

Candidate Requirements

The successful applicant will have an excellent academic track record in Social Science. Competence in qualitative research methods is desirable.

In its assessment, the selection committee will prioritise applicants who hold an Australian or equivalent international Honour’s or Master’s degree (both in a relevant field), with a significant research component and with first-class honours/H1 awarded.

Details of eligibility requirements, including English-language proficiency skills, to undertake a PhD in the Faculty of Arts are available at www.monash.edu/arts/graduate_research/how-to-apply . Applicants should ensure they familiarise themselves with these requirements before deciding whether they should apply.

Scholarship holders must be enrolled full-time and on campus. Please note: applicants who already hold a PhD will not be considered.

The successful applicant will be expected to enrol by 1 March 2023. However, there may be some flexibility as to the date of commencement.

Enquiries

Professor Marie Segrave, School of Social Sciences, marie.segrave@monash.edu

Submit an Expression of Interest

EOIs shall comprise:

• A cover letter that includes a brief statement of the applicant’s suitability and their reasons for applying
• A brief research proposal not exceeding 750 words in length that fits within the broad project aims and objectives, and demonstrates some understanding of the area of research
• A curriculum vitae, including a list of any published works, conference presentations and relevant work experience
• A full statement of academic record, supported by scanned copies of relevant certified documentation
• English language proficiency test results (if applicable)
• Contact details of two academic referees
• Copy of your current passport (if available)

It is important that you contact Professor Marie Segrave, School of Social Sciences, marie.segrave@monash.edu prior to submission of the EOI to discuss the project.

Once you have discussed your EOI with Professor Marie Segrave, please submit your Expression of Interest Form and indicate that you are applying for a “Special Scholarship Scheme – PhD Scholarship in Social Science (Monash Gender and Family Violence Prevention Centre)”.

Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed by Zoom video call. The interviews will be conducted in English.

Closing Date

Wednesday 16 November 2022, 11:55 pm AEDT

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