Littlejohn Medal
Critical Dates
- March 10, 2025
Applications open
- June 20, 2025
Applications Close - 3 pm
- Sept/Oct 2025
Notification of Outcomes
Overview
The Littlejohn Medal was established in 2025 by the University of Melbourne and is named after Dr Jean Littlejohn OBE CBE MB MS DLO FRACS (1899-1990). Dr Jean Littlejohn was a University graduate and the first woman to be elected to the Faculty of Medicine, who made remarkable contributions throughout her career to otolaryngology and ophthalmology research, surgery, and teaching.
The medal is awarded annually to a staff member of the University of Melbourne for research published within the preceding five years that is considered to have made the most significant contribution to knowledge and research excellence in fields relating to Health and Medical Sciences.
Funding
The Littlejohn Medal is struck in silver and presented to the awardee during a graduation ceremony. The cash prize of $10,000 for the Littlejohn Medalist is provided by DVCR strategic funds.
How to apply
- Applications must be submitted via the SmartyGrants portal.
- Members of staff who are applying for a Littlejohn Medal must be supported in writing by a colleague in the applicant's faculty, who has knowledge of the applicant's field ("internal support statement"). Sign-off of the internal support statement must be provided by the Dean of the Faculty, Associate Dean (Research) or relevant Head of Department/School.
- Additionally, the application must also include a written supporting statement from an independent expert who is external to the University, such as a preeminent researcher in the field or a publisher ("external support statement").
- Digital access to the research work(s) under consideration is preferred. Applicants are encouraged to provide a digitised copy of publications, if possible, or submit a final proof version of the publication via email. If a digital copy of the work is not available, the applicant should contact the RDS team to discuss alternatives - res-devschemes@unimelb.edu.au
Supporting documents
Documents for 2025: