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Fulbright Postdoctoral Scholarship (funded by Deakin University)

Fulbright Postdoctoral Scholarship

About the Award

The Fulbright Postdoctoral Scholarship (funded by Deakin University) enables postdoctoral candidates from the U.S to undertake research at Deakin University for 6-10 months. Projects must be of high academic quality, align with Deakin’s research strengths, and enhance U.S-Australia bilateral relations.

Contact Information

To discuss potential projects and negotiate a Letter of Invitation, please contact Deakin Distinguished Professor Matthew Clarke, Deputy Vice-Chancellor – Research and Innovation at [email protected]

Fulbright U.S. Scholar Outreach and Recruitment: Institute of International Education (IIE), East Asia and the Pacific enquiries: [email protected]

Eligibility

General 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 (exceptions may apply – please see Eligibility and Conditions).

Must hold an undergraduate degree.

Must not have already commenced this project in Australia.

Award Criteria

Must include a Letter of Invitation from Deakin University.

PhD must have been conferred within the past 5 years* at the time of application.

Applicants may be in their final year of their PhD research if applying for a postdoctoral award. PhD must be conferred before commencing program.

Benefits

Monthly Stipend:

For a maximum period of 10 months (minimum 6 months).

International Travel Allowance:

Round-trip, economy class airfare directly to and from the scholar’s home city and Melbourne, Australia (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.