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The University of New South Wales in Australia invites application for vacant (102) Postdocs and Academic Positions

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The University of New South Wales in Australia invites application for vacant Postdocs and Academic Positions, an Australian public research university located in Sydney, Australia.

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Student Success & Participation Officer (Indigenous Identified) Liverpool Study HubOther location25 Oct 2026
Support Indigenous student success and strengthen pathways for underrepresented communities into tertiary education through culturally responsive student support, outreach and community engagement in the Liverpool area
Cyber Security Assurance LeadSydney, NSW22 Oct 2026
The Cyber Security Assurance Lead – leads the operational delivery and reporting of the Cyber Security Assurance Services within a fit-for-purpose and adaptive Cyber Security Risk Management framework.
Administrative AssistantSydney, NSW22 Mar 2027
The Engagement & Student Success team has an opportunity for an Administrative Assistant
Research Associate – PhysicsSydney, NSW26 Oct 2026
This position supports an ARC Discovery Project, working in collaboration with groups at the University of Melbourne, to develop strategies for the integration of plasmonic nano-tweezers with quantum sensing using near-surface nitrogen-vacancy defect centres. The project is largely experimental in nature and will include elements of nanofabrication, optical instrumentation design, and optical modelling.
Research AssociateSydney, NSW9 Nov 2026
This position is specifically required to contribute towards a research program leveraging single-cell transcriptomics (snRNAseq) of brain tissue to understand differences in animal behaviour.
Postdoctoral FellowSydney, NSW26 Oct 2026
The Postdoctoral Fellow (Level A) is expected to contribute to research on superconducting materials using a Molecular Beam Epitaxy and Scanning Tunnelling Microscopy (MBE-STM) system and other device fabrication instruments.
Executive Assistant to the Executive Director, Marketing & Digital ExperienceSydney, NSW25 Oct 2026
Fixed term position, onsite, supporting the Executive Director in a busy, fast-placed environment.
Postdoctoral Fellow – PhysicsSydney, NSW26 Oct 2026
This position is part of a team led by Prof Dennis Stello within the astrophysics group at UNSW-Sydney’s School of Physics. Astrophysics at UNSW currently has 11 permanent academic staff working on Exoplanets, Stellar evolution, Galactic archaeology, Galaxies, and Cosmology.
Lecturer / Senior Lecturer – School of Information Systems & Technology Management – UNSW Business SchoolSydney, NSW6 Nov 2026
Exciting opportunity to live and work in Australia while using your information systems, analytics and operations & management experience to work with world-renowned researchers and interact with some of the best students in Australia and the region.
Technical Operations Officer (Workshop & Asset Support)Canberra, ACT25 Oct 2026
This is a gem of a role, based within our state-of-the-art workshop in the School of Science. Will suit someone with some general trade experience who is customer-focused and computer literate.
Senior Project OfficerSydney, NSW25 Oct 2026
Provide key operational, administrative, and project coordination support to ensure the seamless delivery, continuous improvement, and quality of UNSW Online programs within Lifelong Learning.
Senior Project Officer – Shared ServicesSydney, NSW25 Oct 2026
Provide targeted administrative and operational support across UNSW Online and Short Courses, driving process optimisation and overseeing external workforce management, supplier engagement, and key operational projects within Lifelong Learning.
Data Analyst- UNSW Business SchoolSydney, NSW1 Nov 2026
Use data and analytics to deliver actionable insights, support accreditation and drive continuous improvement across UNSW Business School.
Technical OfficerPort Macquarie, NSW25 Oct 2026
The Technical Officer works closely with academic staff, laboratory demonstrators and students to provide high level quality technical support in teaching and research laboratories with a strong focus on WHS compliance and requirements.
Technical OfficerWagga Wagga, NSW25 Oct 2026
The Technical Officer works closely with academic staff, laboratory demonstrators and students to provide high level quality technical support in teaching and research laboratories with a strong focus on WHS compliance and requirements.
Research Ethics & Compliance OfficerSydney, NSW25 Oct 2026
Join a supportive and experienced team to provide and further develop specialist expertise in research ethics and legislation, working closely with researchers and committees, and contribute to the responsible conduct of research across a diverse range of disciplines.
Research AssistantSydney, NSW25 Oct 2026
The Research Assistant provides effective administrative and research assistance to research studies investigating the support needs of children, adolescents, and young adults with chronic health conditions within the Behavioural Sciences Unit, UNSW Medicine & Health.
Project Officer/Senior Project Officer (ARC COE-CSI)Sydney, NSW25 Oct 2026
Provide project, research administration and operational support to help deliver the ARC Centre of Excellence for Carbon Science and Innovation’s research, reporting and engagement activities.
Postdoctoral FellowSydney, NSW5 Nov 2026
The project aims to leverage deletion library generation approaches to identify climate resilience determining loci in microalgae with small genomes and apply novel CRISPR mediate gene editing to Ecklonia radiata to improve climate resilience in the marine environment.
Claims OfficerSydney, NSW
The Quality & Compliance has an opportunity for a Claims Officer


Research Associate – School of Civil & Environmental Engineering (UNSW Kensington)
Sydney, NSW9 Nov 2026
The Research Associate will work collaboratively with academic colleagues to develop the scaled boundary finite element framework and the computer software package.
Senior Research Associate – Materials Science and EngineeringSydney, NSW22 Oct 2026
The Senior Research Associate is expected to carry out independent and/or team research under the broad scope of advanced materials and manufacturing, with a specific focus in, but not limited to, physical properties characterisations of functional materials, advanced material fabrications with solid state reaction, vacumm-depsotions, and printing technologies.
Senior Learning Designer – LMS TransformationSydney, NSW22 Oct 2026
Shape the future of learning at UNSW, partnering with academics to turn curriculum ambition, assessment innovation and digital capability into exceptional student experiences
Postdoctoral Fellow – ChemistrySydney, NSW5 Nov 2026
This role and contributes to the development of novel electrocatalysts and ion exchange membranes for electrolyzers and fuel cells.
Training ManagerSydney, NSW18 Oct 2026
This Training Manager role supports the embedment of operational change across the UNSW technology delivery portfolio, specifically upgrades to the Admissions systems and processes.
Post-doctoral Fellow – School of Photovoltaic and Renewable Energy EngineeringSydney, NSW21 Oct 2026
Contribute independently or as a team member in collaborative research with a focus to enhance the quality of research outcomes in the discipline area.
Senior Health & Safety Advisor- Management SystemsSydney, NSW25 Oct 2026
Lead the continuous improvement of UNSW’s Health & Safety Management System, supporting strategic risk, assurance and compliance outcomes across a large and complex organisation.
Senior Program AnalystSydney, NSW25 Oct 2026
Drive program governance, reporting, and workstream performance analysis to ensure the successful delivery of the BOS Program.
Strategic Education Projects Manager – ScienceSydney, NSW3 Nov 2026
The Strategic Education Projects Manager plays a leading role within the Faculty of Science in the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of strategic education, curriculum, assessment and student experience initiatives across the Faculty.
Education Development Manager – ScienceSydney, NSW3 Nov 2026
The Education Development Manager plays a key role within the Faculty of Science by providing leadership and strategic thinking in the development and implementation of innovative learning practices.
Education Developer – ScienceSydney, NSW3 Nov 2026
The Education Developer plays a key role within the Faculty of Science by designing and developing high-quality learning resources, curriculum, assessment, workshops and educational processes that support effective and innovative learning and teaching.
Teaching Support Admin Officer – School of Civil & Environmental EngineeringSydney, NSW20 Oct 2026
The Teaching Support Officer plays a key role within The Faculty of Engineering in assisting with the implementation and evaluation of learning, teaching and assessment programs for student coursework.
LMS Platform Engineer (Hybrid)Sydney, NSW20 Oct 2026
Design and deliver scalable LMS solutions by combining out-of-the-box capabilities with custom development, while guiding technical teams and driving best-practice, agile solution delivery across the University.
LMS Ecosystem Engineer (Hybrid)Sydney, NSW20 Oct 2026
Design and deliver scalable LMS solutions by combining out-of-the-box capabilities with custom development, while guiding technical teams and driving best-practice, agile solution delivery across the University.
Administrator (Research) – Surgical and Orthopaedic Research Laboratory (SORL)Sydney, NSW14 Oct 2026
Provide research administration support across grants, projects and reporting in a dynamic, collaborative research environment.
Technical OfficerSydney, NSW18 Oct 2026
The Technical Officer supports the efficient operation of teaching and research laboratories in the School, by providing high quality professional and technical support. The role involves managing laboratory activities, ensuring compliance with WHS standards, and contributing to continuous improvement.
Lead Solution Architect – DataSydney, NSW18 Oct 2026
Provide technical leadership for the BOS program by driving data migration from legacy systems to new ERP and ESM platforms, ensuring application integration, retention compliance, and alignment across both the Enterprise Data Office and IT.
Senior Data ScientistSydney, NSW18 Oct 2026
Leverage advanced data science and AI to ensure our university makes the most of student feedback to improve learning and teaching.
Project & Operations Administrator, Student ExperienceSydney, NSW15 Oct 2026
Support student experience projects, events, communications, reporting and operations across the Faculty of Arts, Design & Architecture.
Senior Case Manager- Complex InvestigationsSydney, NSW21 Oct 2026
Bring your strong investigative experience to play a crucial role in navigating some of the University’s most complex misconduct and complaint cases, upholding a campus-wide culture of ethical decision making


Manager, Estate Management – Portfolio Management Office (PMO)
Sydney, NSW20 Oct 2026
Lead the establishment of UNSW’s Estate Management Portfolio Management Office and shape how a significant pipeline of capital works, infrastructure and maintenance projects is planned, governed and delivered across the University estate.
Senior Lead Project Manager – LMS PlatformSydney, NSW16 Oct 2026
Set the roadmap, govern delivery and shape the digital learning platform that will support how UNSW teaches, learns and connects for years to come.
Senior Lead, Reporting & InsightsSydney, NSW25 Oct 2026
Shape and streamline UNSW’s reporting ecosystem as Senior Lead, Reporting & Insights – driving strategy, simplifying dashboard portfolios and delivering high-impact business intelligence to guide decision-making across the university.
Learning Design Lead – LMS TransformationSydney, NSW16 Oct 2026
Lead the university-wide learning content migration and uplift that will define how UNSW teaches, learns and connects through its new LMS – uniting academic expertise, curriculum transformation and student experience.
Social Media Student Content Assistant, Nura GiliSydney, NSW31 Dec 2026
The DVC Indigenous has opportunities for Social Media Student Content Assistant, Nura Gili.
Senior Lecturer – Graduate Director for Our Future OceansSydney, NSW29 Oct 2026
The Graduate Director is responsible for leading the development and implementation of an integrated researcher development program at the ARC Centre of Excellence for Our Future Oceans.
Research AssociateSydney, NSW29 Oct 2026
The Research Associate (Level A) is expected to contribute towards the Australian Research Council Laureate Fellowship project ‘Caves and their stalagmites: linking climate to groundwater recharge’ led by Professor Andy Baker.
Communications Officer (Internal- Corporate Communications Team)Sydney, NSW15 Oct 2026
Drive the delivery of internal communication strategies to support the day-to-day deliverables of your portfolio, keeping our staff informed, connected and engaged
Senior Project Officer – University Strategy OfficeSydney, NSW15 Oct 2026
The Senior Project Officer plays an important role in project management of initiatives and events, communication and engagement with faculties and divisions to support the development and implementation of strategic programs and projects of the UNSW Strategy, aimed at raising the University’s global profile and impact.
Project OfficerSydney, NSW15 Oct 2026
Provide practical project coordination, reporting, communications and administrative support for key Paddington Campus projects and initiatives.
ParalegalSydney, NSW
The Legal & Compliance team has an opportunity for a Paralegal.
Technical Officer / Senior Technical Officer – UNSW School of Civil & Environmental EngineeringSydney, NSW14 Oct 2026
The Technical Officer/Senior Technical Officer is responsible for the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of the Heavy Structure Laboratory and if required of other teaching and research laboratories within the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering.
Manager Employability & External Relations (Indigenous Identified)Sydney, NSW18 Oct 2026
Play an integral role within the Nura Gili Indigenous Student Success team, providing leadership to the Future Students Coordinators & drive external engagement initiatives.
Senior Business Analyst – Student Systems teamSydney, NSW13 Oct 2026
Full Time Permanent role – help deliver student systems transformation and enhancement initiatives across UNSW.
Research Experience LibrarianSydney, NSW18 Oct 2026
Support the development & delivery of Library activities to Higher Degree Research (HDR) candidates and researchers at all levels.
Program ManagerSydney, NSW13 Oct 2026
The Program Manager will be responsible for delivering modernized IT infrastructure aligned with UNSW’s Technology Strategy and engineering standards.
National Policy ManagerSydney, NSW18 Oct 2026
Lead national policy and advocacy strategy for the Culturally Nourishing Schooling project, translating research into policy impact.
Statistical Consultant (Research)Sydney, NSW19 Oct 2026
Opportunity for a recent PhD graduate to build a career in applied statistics, working with researchers across UNSW on diverse projects and a wide variety of real-world statistical problems.
Research Fellow (Biostatistician)Sydney, NSW13 Oct 2026
The Research Fellow (Biostatistician) is responsible for the design, documentation, analysis and reporting of linked and surveillance health data research conducted by The Kirby Institute. The position holder’s primary obligation is the statistical analysis of national linked health and social and surveillance datasets in collaboration with investigators and stakeholders.
Research Associate in Materiality of Artificial IntelligenceSydney, NSW26 Oct 2026
Conduct research into the materiality of artificial intelligence, examining the mineral demand, geological supply constraints and circular economy implications of scaling AI technologies.


Talent Pool – DVC Indigenous – Writer – Identified
Sydney, NSW
The Pro Vice-Chancellor Indigenous Education Team of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Indigenous Division, UNSW, is seeking Expressions of Interest from Indigenous educators and/or professionals with appropriate academic qualifications for casual curriculum writer roles across the UNSW Faculties and Schools.
Associate Dean, Indigenous Education & Student Success (Identified) – UNSW ScienceSydney, NSW21 Oct 2026
Help shape the future of Indigenous leadership, education and student success at UNSW. Join a faculty committed to growing its Indigenous workforce and creating lasting impact through Indigenous knowledges, lived experience, community connection and academic excellence.
Senior Lead, Decision Modelling and AdvisorySydney, NSW18 Oct 2026
Strengthen UNSW’s strategic performance by transforming complex data into practical decision-support tools, converting insights into action, providing trusted advice to senior executives and developing innovative approaches to improve performance.
Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, Associate Professor, Professor and Associate Dean Identified opportunity – Faculty of EngineeringSydney, NSW13 Oct 2026
Help shape the future of Indigenous leadership, education and student success at UNSW. Join a faculty committed to growing its Indigenous workforce and creating lasting impact through Indigenous knowledges, lived experience, community connection and academic excellence.
Postdoctoral Fellow (Indigenous Targeted) – Cities InstituteSydney, NSW20 Oct 2026
Conduct independent and collaborative research with Indigenous and non-Indigenous partners on Indigenous planning, land use and land development, delivering high-quality academic and policy outcomes.
Lecturer/Senior Lecturer – Technical Cyber SecurityCanberra, ACT23 Oct 2026
Reporting to the Head of School, this is an academic opportunity to join our School of Systems and Computing in a Cyber Security role which leans towards the technical and operational side of cyber.
Lecturer – Pure MathematicsSydney, NSW14 Oct 2026
The purpose of this role is to conduct independent research and deliver excellent teaching in the School of Mathematics and Statistics.
Lecturer in Energy SystemsSydney, NSW27 Oct 2026
Join a globally recognised leader in Electrical Engineering, where you will conduct high-impact research, deliver outstanding teaching, and help shape the next generation of electrical and electronics engineers.
Senior Research AssociateSydney, NSW16 Oct 2026
Conduct research in machine condition monitoring and vibration-based diagnostics to improve fault detection, diagnosis and prognosis in machine components.
Wild Deserts Conservation Field AssistantOther location14 Oct 2026
The Wild Deserts Conservation Field Officer plays a key role in supporting Wild Deserts’ ecological and restoration project. The role is based on site at the Wild Deserts Field Station (at the Fort Grey Homestead Complex) in Sturt National Park, 440 km north of Broken Hill (110 km north-west of Tibooburra). The field station is remote and arid, with low erratic rainfall and high summer temperatures.
Casual Professional – Research Officer Talent Pool – Level 6/7 – LAWRESSydney, NSW
The Faculty of Law & Justice is seeking expressions of interest from experienced and motivated researchers to join our Casual Research Officer Talent Pool. This talent pool will support a range of research projects across the Faculty, including both Law and Criminology disciplines. Successful applicants may be contacted as casual research opportunities arise throughout the year.
Casual Professional – Research Assistant Talent Pool – Level 3 – 5 – LAWRESSydney, NSW
The Faculty of Law & Justice is seeking expressions of interest from motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join our Casual Research Assistant Talent Pool. This talent pool will support a range of research projects across Law disciplines. Successful applicants may be contacted as casual research opportunities arise throughout the year.
Senior Research Fellow -Viral Hepatitis Clinical Research Program, Kirby InstituteSydney, NSW24 Nov 2026
Lead viral hepatitis and drug user health research, epidemiological studies and clinical trials to improve policy and practice.
Casual Academic Talent Pool – Business – Banking & FinanceSydney, NSW
Lecturing and other casual academic opportunities at UNSW School of Banking & Finance
Casual Academic Talent Pool – Business – IFYSydney, NSW
UNSW Business School extends a warm invitation to join our sessional teaching team where our students will experience a first-year curriculum that is fully integrated around contemporary business themes and take an interdisciplinary approach to teaching world-class business knowledge and skills.
Casual Academic Talent Pool – Business – Management & GovernanceSydney, NSW
Casual Roles in 2026, School of Management and Governance
Casual Academic Talent Pool – Business – Accounting, Audit & TaxSydney, NSW
The School of Accounting, Auditing & Taxation within the Business School is seeking expressions of interest from qualified individuals for casual teaching opportunities in 2026 courses
Casual Academic Talent Pool – Business – Centre for Social Impact (CSI)Sydney, NSW
Casual Roles in 2026, Centre for Social Impact
Casual Academic Talent Pool – Canberra – Engineering & TechnologyCanberra, ACT
.The School of Engineering and Technology (SET), UNSW Canberra at ADFA extends a warm invitation to join our casual academic teaching team to support the delivery of quality teaching in a range of roles including casual lecturers, lab demonstrators, tutors, and markers to undertake face-to-face, online or by intensive delivery mode (IDM).
Casual Academic Talent Pool – Canberra School of Professional StudiesCanberra, ACT
Canberra School of Professional Studies, UNSW Canberra extends a warm invitation to join our casual academic teaching team to support the delivery of quality teaching in a range of roles including casual lecturers, lab demonstrators, tutors, and markers.


Casual Academic Talent Pool – Law – PLT
Sydney, NSW
Expression of interest – PLT Practitioner Mentors
Casual Academic Talent Pool – ADA – Built EnvironmentSydney, NSW
.The School of Built Environment within the Faculty of Arts, Design and Architecture is seeking expressions of interest from qualified individuals for casual teaching opportunities across our 2026 courses.
Casual Academic Talent Pool – ADA – Art & DesignSydney, NSW
UNSW Art & Design is recognized as one of the world’s leading art and design schools, with an outstanding record for producing critically acclaimed artists, designers and media creators. Our approach is interdisciplinary, advancing tradition and challenging existing thinking. Our intensive and rigorous art, design and media programs are studio-practice based and industry engaged.
Casual Academic Talent Pool – ADA – EducationSydney, NSW
.The School of Education is seeking expressions of interest from qualified individuals for a range of casual teaching opportunities in 2026 courses.
Casual Academic Talent Pool – ADA -Humanities & LanguagesSydney, NSW
The School of Humanities and Languages in the Faculty of Arts, Design and Architecture is seeking expressions of interest from qualified individuals for teaching opportunities in 2026.
Casual Academic Talent Pool – ADA – Social SciencesSydney, NSW
The School of Social Sciences in the Faculty of Arts, Design and Architecture is seeking expressions of interest from qualified individuals for casual teaching opportunities, in the areas of Global Development, Politics and International Relations, Sociology & Anthropology, Social Science & Policy and Social Work.
Casual Academic Talent Pool – School of Population Health – MedicineSydney, NSW
Casual Roles in School of Population Health (SPH)
Casual Academic Talent Pool – Business – EconomicsSydney, NSW
The School of Economics is seeking applications for casual opportunities in 2026 courses.
Casual Academic Talent Pool – School of Marketing – UNSW BusinessSydney, NSW
The School of Marketing within the UNSW Business School is seeking expressions of interest from qualified individuals for casual teaching opportunities
Casual Academic Talent Pool – Business – Risk & ActuarialSydney, NSW
The School of Risk and Actuarial Studies is delighted to announce that multiple opportunities are available for casuals in 2027.
Casual Academic Talent Pool – Business – ISTMSydney, NSW
The School of Information Systems & Technology Management, UNSW Business School, is currently recruiting tutors for 2026
Casual Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Talent Pool – Business – Career AcceleratorSydney, NSW
UNSW Business School is seeking people with professional industry experience as well as academic teaching experience for several casual opportunities.
Casual Academic Talent Pool – Medicine & Health – School of Clinical MedicineSydney, NSW
The School of Clinical Medicine within the Faculty of Medicine & Health is seeking expressions of interest from qualified individuals for casual teaching opportunities in our postgraduate programs.
Casual Academic Talent Pool – Business – AGSMSydney, NSW
AGSM @ UNSW Business School is seeking qualified and experienced facilitators to lead its MBA courses
Casual Academic Talent Pool – Medicine – Centre for Big Data Research in HealthSydney, NSW
The Centre for Big Data Research in Health within the Faculty of Medicine is seeking expressions of interest from qualified individuals for casual teaching opportunities in the Master of Science in Health Data Science program.
CASUAL TALENT POOL – Language TeachersCanberra, ACT
UNSW Canberra is inviting expressions of interest for Language Teacher positions.
Jobs on CampusSydney, NSW31 Dec 2026
Jobs on Campus is a talent pool of current UNSW students who receive priority access to casual employment opportunities on campus. To join the talent pool and gain access to jobs ranging from paid ambassador roles to administrative and professional positions, students need to complete Employability training, to prepare them for the recruitment process at UNSW. The skills developed through applying for the Jobs on Campus talent pool are highly transferable and can be used in other casual and professional job application processes.
Casual Professional Talent Pool – Administrator – UNSW CanberraCanberra, ACT
UNSW Canberra is seeking Expressions of Interest from suitably experienced candidates for casual Admin Support roles across Levels 4–6. This EOI will be used to establish a casual pool to provide proactive, effective administrative support to meet operational and service delivery needs.
Casual Academic Talent Pool – Faculty of Law and JusticeSydney, NSW
UNSW Law & Justice is seeking expressions of interest from qualified individuals for casual teaching opportunities in 2026 courses across all schools. Teaching Fellows are an important and valued part of teaching delivery at UNSW Law & Justice. We are looking for professionals conversant with and passionate about the law to join our experienced Teaching Fellow community. We are particularly looking for people with an interest in participatory teaching methods and inculcating in students an appreciation of the connection between law and justice.
CASUAL TALENT POOL – Liaison LibrarianCanberra, ACT
We are seeking expressions of interest from qualified candidates with demonstrated experience in academic libraries (preferable), or strong transferable skills, for casual/fixed term employment in the UNSW Canberra Liaison Librarian team.


Casual Audio-Visual Production Roles
Sydney, NSW
The Division of External Engagement invites expressions of interest in Audio Visual Production roles
TALENT POOL – Casual Professional – BUS (CA) – MBA Career CoachSydney, NSW
The Career Accelerator is seeking expressions of interest for casual opportunities for MBA Career Coaches to work with highly experienced MBA students.