Postdoctoral Research Fellow Positions on Climate Loss and Damage in the Pacific 2026: Five-Year Research Opportunity for Environmental Social Scientists ·Year Research Opportunity for Environmental Social Scientists

Overview

This program offers two prestigious Postdoctoral Research Fellow positions linked to a flagship ARC Industry Laureate Fellowship focused on climate-driven loss and damage in the Pacific region. These five-year research-focused roles target scholars interested in climate change, environmental social science, and community-based research.

Eligibility

The programme is particularly interested in scholars working in:

• Environmental Social Science
• Climate Change Studies
• Human Geography
• Development Studies
• Anthropology
• Sociology
• Environmental Governance
• Pacific Studies
• Indigenous Studies
• Community Development
• Related interdisciplinary fields

Applicants with experience in ethical and relational research practice are especially encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Five-year research appointments
• Long-term research stability
• Opportunities for meaningful community engagement and policy impact
• Collaboration with a consortium of partners across the Pacific region
• Contributing directly to climate resilience and community wellbeing

How to Apply

You can apply for the positions by clicking here.

Deadline

Applications close on May 21, 2026.