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Future Fellowships

Please note: the ARC have not yet released the specific dates of the next round of this scheme. Some indicative dates are listed in the table below. The page will be updated as soon as information becomes available. You can subscribe to receive email updates - click on the link at 2. below.

Closing Dates

Description

Monash Research Office Closing Date

ARC Closing Date

Eligibility ruling request

TBA

TBA

Proposal Closing Dates TBA April 2010

Rejoinder Process

There is no rejoinder process for this scheme.

n/a

The Future Fellowships scheme provides funding for outstanding mid-career researchers. Fellowships have a 4-year duration and are open to both Australian and overseas researchers. Successful candidates are required to obtain the necessary temporary or permanent residency before commencing their Fellowship. The Fellowship may be taken up at more than one organisation; information must be included in the Proposal and approved by the ARC. Applicants may only nominate twice in the period 2009-2013.

Monash Research Office Contacts

Helen Papaefthimiou
Research Co-ordinator (ARC Schemes), Monash Research Office
Tel: +61 (0)3 990 59895

Please note: The information below relates to the previous round for funding commencing in 2009. The information will be updated for the upcoming round as it becomes available

HOW TO APPLY: Step by step instructions

1. Obtain a copy of the key ARC information documents

ARC Funding Rules (rtf 1.68mb) (pdf 378kb)
ARC Instructions to Applicants (doc 290kb(pdf 209kb)
ARC Frequently Asked Questions (rtf 67kb(pdf 30kb)
ARC Common Eligibility Issues (rtf 61kb(pdf 30kb)

2. Keep up to date with Monash Research Office information sessions and updates

Subscribe to FutFel (FT) Email List

3. Read the ARC rules and instructions

It is critical that you read through the Funding Rules and Instructions to Applicants to understand the application process and requirements.

4. Getting started in GAMS

If you do not have a GAMS ID and password, complete the request for GAMS User Account. Note, if you have previously had a GAMS ID it will still be valid:

Request for GAMS User Accounts.
Once you have logged on, remember to update your personal details if necessary:

Access GAMS

5. Complete the application form in GAMS

Please ensure you consult the Monash tip sheets, FAQs and budget information when completing the application.

RESOURCES (Monash only)
Tip Sheets (TBA)
  • Tip-sheets Part A - Administrative Summary
  • Tip-sheets Part B - Personnel
  • Tip-sheets Part C - Project Cost
  • Tip-sheets Part D - Research Support 
  • Tip-sheets Part E - Proposal Description
  • Tip-sheets Part F - Host Organisation(s) Details
FAQs

6. Validate and submit the form

Complete the validation check of the application form. Once the form has been validated successfully, click on the ‘Local submit’ button and print a copy of the application.

7. Print remaining parts of the proposal

Print the additional text and insert the pages into the correct place in the application form.

8. Complete the ARC Certification Proforma

Obtain original, hand written signatures and submit one copy of the certification to the Monash Research Office with your draft application.

Note: You do NOT need to obtain a signature from the DVC(R). The Monash Research Office will arrange for this.

9. Complete the Monash Research Office coversheet

Ensure that this is signed by the relevant Head of School and Associate Dean (Research), and attached to your draft application. For internal applicants, go to the online Monash Research Office Coversheet form. For external applicants, download the pdf version.

10. Submit one full copy of the application to the Monash Research Office by 31 October 2008.

  1. One hardcopy of the application for review
  2. Part C3 ONLY submitted electronically
  3. Signed ARC Certification Proforma
  4. Completed and signed Monash Research Office cover sheet

Note: Faculty Research Offices may have earlier submission dates for sign-off and review. You need to check any applicable dates.

11. Final Submission

Following the review of your application, you will be asked to provide the Monash Research Office with two single-sided copies and 2 double-sided copies of your final application. Please ensure the application is numbered and the total number of pages inserted where indicated on page one.

If you wish to request the exclusion of particular individuals as potential assessors of your Proposal you must complete and submit a Request Not to Assess form.