• Digital Cultures and Societies Hub
• Research-Focused Academic Level A/B
• 3 x full-time, fixed term positions available for up to 2 years to commence in 2022 or early 2023
• Closing date 1 July 2022 at 11:00 pm AEST (R-11289)

About This Opportunity

We currently have three positions available as Postdoctoral Research Fellows or Research Fellows to join the Digital Cultures and Societies Hub.

The Digital Cultures and Societies Hub in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences is a five-year research initiative funded via the support of the Vice-Chancellor’s Strategic Funding Scheme and the HASS Faculty. The purpose of the hub is to build a vibrant research and intellectual culture together with quality outcomes, engagement and infrastructure in digital cultures and societies research.

The Hub includes investigators from disciplines across the humanities and social sciences, a digital research infrastructure including data science and software development support, and research fellows. We invite applications from researchers for 2-year research fellowships to commence in 2022 or early 2023.

These projects may address the Hub’s initial themes:

• Digital and social media
• Digital cultures, lives, bodies and intimacies
• Digital platforms
• Digital Asia
• Algorithmic recommendation and the shaping of social reality
• Computational language and media
• Automation

We also welcome applications from researchers whose work intersects with digital cultures and societies in ways not specifically addressed in these themes.

This role is subject to The University’s Code of Conduct.

About You

The successful candidates will ideally have completed a PhD in a humanities and social sciences discipline, and have an emerging or growing profile in research related to digital cultures and societies. In addition, you will have evidence of publications or a developing reputation and track record of publications in reputed refereed journals and presenting at academic and/or industry conferences, as well as a plan for a project or programme of research related to digital cultures and societies.

To view detailed information on the positions, including the key requirements and responsibilities, please refer to the Appointment Booklet.pdf

What We Can Offer 

This is a full-time, fixed term Research-Focused appointment for up to two years at either Academic Level A/B. There are 3 positions available. (Part-time appointments will be supported).

The full-time equivalent base salary at Level A will be in the range $72,144 - $96,530 plus super of up to 17%. The total FTE package will be in the range $84,408 - $112,940 per annum.

The full-time equivalent base salary at Level B will be in the range $101,533 - $120,570 p.a., plus super of up to 17% (the total FTE package will be in the range $118,794 - $141,067 p.a.).

For further information about UQ’s benefits, please visit Why Work at UQ and review The University of Queensland's Enterprise Bargaining Agreement 2018 - 2021.

Questions? 

To discuss this role please contact Associate Professor Nicholas Carah via email digitalcultures@hass.uq.edu.au

For application queries, please contact recruitment@uq.edu.au stating the job reference number in the subject line.

Want to Apply?

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• 1–2 page cover letter that addresses career objectives, level being applied for, match to UQ  environment and Digital Cultures and Societies research priorities, and if appropriate, fit with particular UQ researchers.
• 1–2 page project outline or programme of research and intended outcomes.
• Detailed Academic Curriculum Vitae/Resume

Applicants should specifically address in their cover letter which academic level they are interested in applying for, either Level A or Level B.

Please note that you will be asked to add all documents into the one upload box during the application form.

About The Selection Process 

The expected interview period will be 18 to 29 July 2022.

Applicants invited for interview will be expected to present a short presentation in conjunction with the selection interview process.

To satisfy pre-requisite questions and ensure your application can be considered in full, all candidates must apply via the UQ Careers portal by the job closing deadline or will not be accepted.

Other Information

Sponsorship: Visa sponsorship may be available for these appointments.

Background Checks: All final applicants for this position may be asked to consent to a criminal record check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

We value diversity and inclusion, and actively encourage applications from those who bring diversity to the University. Our Diversity and Inclusion webpage contains further information if you require additional support. Accessibility requirements and/or adjustments can be directed to recruitment@uq.edu.au.

If you are a current employee of the University, or hold an unpaid or affiliate appointment with the University, please login to your staff Workday account and visit the internal careers board to apply for this opportunity. Please do NOT apply via the external job board.