Postdoctoral Research Associate – ARC Linkage Project

Job TitlePostdoctoral Research Associate – ARC Linkage ProjectFaculty / School / UnitFaculty of Design and Society: School of ArchitectureJob SummaryAbout the role

The Faculty of Design and Society at UTS is seeking a Post Doctoral Research Associate to join an Australian Research Council (ARC) Linkage Project investigating the social and architectural histories of housing on Aboriginal reserves in New South Wales.

This is a part time (0.6 FTE), fixed term appointment for up to two years, offering an excellent opportunity for an early, mid career or experienced researcher to strengthen their academic profile through collaboration on a high quality, cross disciplinary research project.

About the project

The project brings together researchers from history, architecture, anthropology and geography to examine archival, visual and qualitative records of Aboriginal housing, with a strong emphasis on Indigenous led research practices and data governance.

The project team includes Dr Campbell Drake (UTS), Prof. Kirsten Thorpe (UTS), Dr Tim O’Rourke (UQ) and Prof. John Evans (Swinburne University of Technology), and is delivered in partnership with the Powerhouse Museum, the National Indigenous Australians Agency, and the National Archives of Australia.

Detailed DescriptionAbout you

You are a post doctoral researcher with:

• A PhD (or equivalent research experience) in history, anthropology, geography, architecture, or a related discipline

• Demonstrated experience in archival and/or qualitative research

• A developing track record of scholarly publications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work respectfully in cross cultural research contexts

Specialist knowledge of Indigenous studies or the built environment is welcome but not essential.

Key responsibilities

Working closely with the Chief Investigators, you will:

• Undertake archival and desktop research on housing, planning, First Nations history, and relevant policy and political contexts

• Collate and analyse historical records, including images, maps, architectural and policy materials

• Contribute to qualitative fieldwork, including community forums and the recording of oral histories

• Support project administration, documentation and reporting

• Contribute to scholarly publications, symposia and public facing outputs

Short periods of funded travel may be required. A Sydney based candidate is preferred due to the location of archives, partners and fieldwork.

Why join UTS?

UTS is a leading university of technology, known for its commitment to creativity, innovation and social impact. You’ll be joining a collegial research environment with strong industry and community connections, and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful, nationally significant research.

The University of Technology Sydney (UTS) is committed to providing equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion for all staff and students, aiming to prevent discrimination and harassment. This commitment is formalized through their Equity, Inclusion and Respect Policy, which integrates these principles into daily operations, decision-making, and organizational culture

Remuneration/SalaryBase Salary Range: $94,152 - $114,672 (Level A) pro-rata

This role attracts 17% superannuation in addition to the base salary.

UTS staff also benefit from a wide range of Employee Benefits include flexible work practices, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities.

This position is part-time (0.6FTE) and appointment will be made on a fixed term basis for up to two years.  

How to ApplyTo apply, please submit;

1. Your current CV

2. A cover letter that address your motivation for applying for the role

3. A statement addressing the selection criteria, found on Page 3 of the Position Statement

For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Answering Selection Criteria.

Only those applications submitted via the UTS online recruitment system will be accepted. If you are a current UTS staff member, for help on how to apply through NEO please click here.

As you will be unable to save your application once started, please have all required documents and information available prior to commencing.

Please ensure that the file name for each document submitted includes reference IRC336100 and your name.

For further information please contact Dr Campbell Drake Campbell.Drake@uts.edu.au or Dr Tim O’Rourke t.orourke@uq.edu.au 

For system enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the UTS Recruitment Team at recruitment@uts.edu.au.

Closing Date: Thursday 30 April 2026 at 11.59 pm (AEST) 

Applicants must have unlimited Australian work rights. 

UTS prioritises safety, respect, and inclusion for every member of our community. In support of this, and in line with our statutory obligations under the National Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence 2026, all prospective employees must declare any past investigations relating to gender-based violence. Employment at UTS is contingent upon completion of this declaration, and, where necessary, assessment of any identified risk factors. We appreciate your role in upholding the standards and behaviour expected of our community.

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