The application process for the 2026 Forrest Postdoctoral Fellowship in Australia will open on May 15, 2025. This prestigious fellowship offers substantial benefits, including salary, research allowances, travel grants, accommodation subsidies, and relocation support for international researchers.
The Forrest Postdoctoral Fellowship is designed for early-career postdoctoral researchers who have made significant contributions to their fields. Applicants must have a strong academic background and a proven track record in research. The Forrest Research Foundation offers this fellowship in collaboration with five partner universities.
Benefits of the Forrest Fellowship
Successful applicants will receive a salary at Level A Step 8, with a fixed rate and a 17% superannuation contribution. In 2025, the salary for this position is expected to be AUD 108,362. Additionally, fellows will receive a housing allowance of AUD 25,116 per year. A research and travel allowance of AUD 12,000 will be provided for conference travel, international research, and related research expenses.
International and interstate researchers will also be eligible for relocation assistance.
About the Forrest Research Foundation
The Forrest Research Foundation works in collaboration with five universities to offer PhD scholarships to both Australian and international researchers. The scholarships cover tuition fees, accommodation at Forrest Hall, and living stipends. The duration of the scholarship is four years, with a total value exceeding AUD 270,000. Awardees will receive an RTP (Research Training Program) stipend or equivalent funding. In 2024, this stipend ranged from AUD 32,192 to AUD 37,000 annually.
Forrest Hall provides accommodation at no additional cost for awardees in single-bedroom apartments. If a Forrest scholar is granted a residency exemption by the Foundation’s Board, the housing allowance can be used to cover other accommodation expenses.
Further Details
Applicants interested in applying for the Forrest Postdoctoral Fellowship can begin submitting their applications on May 15, 2025. The fellowship is an excellent opportunity for early-career researchers aiming to advance their careers in academia while working in Australia.
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