RMIT University Research Fellow: Technology Adoption & Social Change Position
RMIT University invites applications for a four-year, full-time Research Fellow position in Technology Adoption & Social Change based in Melbourne, Australia.
Overview
RMIT University is seeking applications for a full-time, fixed-term Research Fellow in Technology Adoption & Social Change. Based primarily at the Melbourne CBD campus, the successful candidate will contribute to multidisciplinary research within the ARC Industrial Transformation Research Hub for Intelligent Contaminant-Sensing in Complex Environments (IC-SensE).
The appointment is for four years at Academic Level B and offers an opportunity to examine how people, workplaces, and communities interact with emerging sensing technologies and artificial intelligence.
Benefits
- Four-year fixed-term, full-time academic appointment
- Classified at Academic Level B with 17% superannuation
- Flexible working arrangements
- Affiliation with the Centre for Human-AI Information Environments and the School of Global, Urban and Social Studies
Eligibility
- Must hold a PhD or equivalent qualification in a relevant social sciences research field
- Demonstrated experience in qualitative and social research methodologies
- Emerging track record of quality research outputs and academic publications
- Experience in competitive research funding and project management
- Strong communication skills and experience engaging with industry, government, or community stakeholders
How to Apply
Candidates must submit their applications through the official RMIT University recruitment portal. The application must include:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- A covering letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria
Appointment is subject to pre-employment background checks, including a Working with Children Check, a National Police Check, and completion of a gender-based violence declaration.
Deadline
Applications close on 15 September 2026 at 11:59 p.m.