Join Australia's leading universities as a Professor, where academic excellence meets innovation. Shape your field through research leadership and teaching excellence in Australia's dynamic academic environment.
Professor positions (Level E) at Australian universities represent the pinnacle of academic achievement, offering opportunities to lead research initiatives and shape educational excellence. These prestigious roles combine research leadership with significant influence in university governance. Professorial salaries typically range from AUD$185,000 to AUD$250,000+ annually, with additional research funding and leadership allowances.
Leading professorial positions in Australia offer exceptional research support, including substantial ARC and NHMRC grant opportunities, HDR student supervision, and leadership of research centers. Universities provide comprehensive packages including 17% superannuation, research and conference budgets, and generous sabbatical schemes. Many roles emphasize engagement with Indigenous knowledge systems and Asian-Pacific perspectives, contributing to Australia's unique position in global academia. Career opportunities include research center directorship, senior university leadership roles, and opportunities to influence national research priorities through bodies like the Australian Academy of Science and learned academies.
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