The Fulbright Scholar Award (funded by the University of Notre Dame Australia) enables outstanding academics from the United States to undertake research at the University of Notre Dame Australia. Proposals are sought in areas that address significant topics or issues relevant to UNDA and foster the relationship between Australia and the United States. This award is open to academics at the level of associate professor and full professor. Awardees will spend four months working at one of Notre Dame Australia’s campuses (Fremantle, Broome, or Sydney).  

In addition to conducting research, awardees are encouraged to collaborate with faculty and students through activities such as consulting on curriculum, participating in graduate/faculty seminars, or giving guest lectures or workshops. Applications should demonstrate plans for such activities. Please note that paid work cannot be undertaken in Australia while on a Fulbright Scholarship in accordance with visa regulations, and thus awardees cannot teach intensive seminars or coursework. 

Specialisation

This award is available in any field/discipline. Applicants should ensure their proposal aligns with the research strengths and priorities of The University of Notre Dame Australia.

Category

Scholar

Program Duration

4 months

Number of Awards

2 awards

 

Eligibility

General Criteria	Award Specific Criteria
Must be a U.S. citizen.  Must not be a dual citizen of Australia.  Must be residing in the U.S. at the time of application.	Must include a Letter of Invitation from The University of Notre Dame with the application. Must be at full professor level or equivalent with relevant disciplinary experience.

 

Award Benefits

• Monthly stipend: for a maximum period of 4 months.
• International Travel allowance: round-trip, economy class airfare directly to and from the scholar’s home city and the city of the host institution (capped at AUD$4,000). 
• Australian Medicare: eligibility to apply for coverage (awardee only, not dependents). 
• Accident and Sickness Program for Exchanges (ASPE): a limited Health Benefits Plan designed by the U.S. Department of State and administered by Seven Corners, Inc. Please note this plan is NOT an insurance policy. 
• Orientation and Gala: travel, accommodation, transport and meals at the Fulbright Orientation and Gala Presentation Dinner. 
• Support and Guidance: from the Commission prior to and during program. 

 

About the Sponsor

The University of Notre Dame Australia is committed to transformative research that addresses real-world challenges, improves lives, and impacts society for the common good. The university’s commitment to excellence is driven by five pillars: universality, educating for the common good, transformative research, integrating practice and knowledge, and integral human development.

 

Contact Information

The University of Notre Dame Australia  

Please note that applicants are required to include a Letter of Invitation from the University of Notre Dame Australia with their application. This should be from your faculty host. For further information, contact Professor Alex Frino, Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Research, Partnerships and International, [email protected] 

Fulbright U.S. Scholar Outreach and Recruitment

Institute of International Education (IIE), East Asia and the Pacific enquiries: [email protected]

Fulbright Australia Team

Please contact the Fulbright scholarships team for any queries related to entitlements or application processes: [email protected]

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