Gale Research Fellow in Papyrology | Macquarie 2025

About the Position

The School of Humanities at Macquarie University, Sydney, invites applications for a Gale Research Fellow in Papyrology. This full-time, 12-month fixed-term post offers an exciting opportunity to study and catalogue the extensive Macquarie papyrus collection—the largest in the Southern Hemisphere. The Research Fellow will work closely with the Gale History Museum and the Faculty of Arts, engaging in the study, conservation, and digital cataloguing of Greek and Coptic papyri. The role supports innovative provenance research and public engagement, contributing to the University’s leadership in ancient history and museum studies. This fellowship, supervised by Associate Professor Malcolm Choat, offers a chance to develop research excellence while advancing cultural heritage preservation.

Position/Job Details

Position: Gale Research Fellow in Papyrology
Institution: Macquarie University
Department: School of Humanities, Faculty of Arts
Research Field: Papyrology / Ancient History / Provenance Studies
Location: Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde, Australia
Number of Posts: 1
Job Type: Full-time, Fixed-term (12 months)
Start Date (Anticipated): Early 2026
Working Hours: Full-time
Salary Range: AUD 123,435 – 146,044 p.a. (Level B), plus 17% superannuation
Required Degree/Diploma: PhD

Research Area

Papyrology (Greek and Coptic papyri)
Provenance and collection history research
Conservation and cataloguing of manuscripts
Digital humanities and museum documentation
Public engagement and heritage preservation

Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

PhD in Papyrology or a related field
Demonstrated research experience and publication record in papyrology
Proven ability to conduct provenance research on papyri
Strong communication and teamwork skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in cataloguing and conservation of papyri
Experience in museum collections management or collaboration within the GLAM sector
Record of public engagement and outreach in research contexts

Key Responsibilities

Conduct detailed study and provenance analysis of the Macquarie papyri
Catalogue and conserve Greek and Coptic manuscripts
Develop a digital portal for the collection, integrating images and metadata
Publish research on the collection’s history and significance
Collaborate with museum professionals and external stakeholders
Contribute to public engagement and research dissemination