Applications are now open for the 2027 Forrest Foundation Fellowship for outstanding early-career researchers from around the world who wish to pursue postdoctoral research in Australia.
The Forrest Foundation Fellowship is a fully funded opportunity that supports exceptional researchers with a generous salary package, accommodation support, research and travel funding, and relocation assistance. The fellowship aims to attract innovative scholars who are committed to conducting impactful research and contributing to society through groundbreaking discoveries.
Fellowship Summary
- Host: Forrest Research Foundation
- Host Country: Australia
- Category: Fellowships | Postdoctoral Fellowships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Duration: Up to 3 Years
- Reward: AUD 112,371 Annual Salary | AUD 25,740 Accommodation Allowance | AUD 12,000 Research & Travel Grant | Relocation Support
- Fully Funded
- Deadline: June 30, 2026
Fellowship Details
The Forrest Foundation Fellowship provides an exceptional platform for talented postdoctoral researchers to pursue innovative and high-impact research at leading universities in Western Australia. The program encourages researchers to adopt bold and unconventional approaches to solving complex challenges while generating new opportunities for discovery and advancement.
Through the fellowship, participants will engage in interdisciplinary research, collaborate with experts across various fields, and contribute to the broader objectives of the Forrest Research Foundation. Fellows will also have the opportunity to mentor Forrest Scholars, share their research outcomes with the wider community, and expand their work beyond the scope of their doctoral studies. The program is designed to support future research leaders whose work has the potential to create lasting positive impact both locally and globally.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Forrest Foundation Fellowship, applicants must:
- Have completed a PhD on or after January 1, 2024, or complete all PhD requirements by December 31, 2026.
- Be willing to reside at Forrest Hall throughout the fellowship period.
- Have received and accepted an offer from a Western Australian university.
- Demonstrate strong academic excellence and research potential.
- Commit to providing annual progress reports to the Forrest Research Foundation Director and the Minderoo Foundation.
Fellowship Benefits
Successful applicants of the Forrest Foundation Fellowship will receive:
- Annual Salary of AUD 112,371
- Additional 17% Superannuation
- Accommodation Allowance of AUD 25,740 per year
- One-Time Research and Travel Grant of AUD 12,000
- Funding for Research-Related Activities
- Conference and International Research Travel Support
- Relocation Allowance to Perth (where approved)
- Access to World-Class Research Facilities
- Opportunity to Conduct High-Impact Research in Australia
Required Documents
To apply for this fellowship, applicants must prepare to submit:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Publications List
- Grants and Awards List
- Passport-Style Photograph
- Research Proposal
- Academic Qualification Details
- Referee Information (Three Referees, including at least Two Academic Referees)
How to Apply
To apply for the Forrest Foundation Fellowship:
- Contact a prospective mentor at an eligible Western Australian university and obtain their support.
- Prepare all required application documents.
- Visit the official fellowship application portal.
- Complete the online application form.
- Provide your personal and contact information.
- Submit details of your proposed research project and its expected impact.
- Explain how your research will benefit Western Australia and the wider community.
- Enter information about your nominated mentor and host university.
- Provide details of your leadership, mentoring, and community engagement experience.
- Upload all supporting documents.
- Review your application carefully before submission.
- Submit your application before the deadline.
- Shortlisted candidates may be invited for an interview and research presentation.
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