UNSW Scientia Program

1 week ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia University of New South Wales Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Expressions of Interest - UNSW Scientia Program (Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Researcher) 2026

  • Employment Type: Full time or Part time. The program has flexibility for part time employment, and research breaks for participants to pursue other studies, engage with industry or to follow other interests.
  • Duration: Four-year tenure track contract with the possibility of converting to a continuing position
  • Eligibility: Level B (Lecturer) and C (Senior Lecturer) across any discipline. Candidates with compelling track records will be considered at levels A (Associate Lecturer) and D (Associate Professor). This is an identified position for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants only.
  • Remuneration: Academic Level A – D (plus 17% Superannuation and leave loading)
  • Location: Kensington NSW

This is an identified position and open to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants only. UNSW considers that being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational qualification under s 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).

The UNSW Scientia Program is one of the cornerstones of UNSW's next strategy. A primary goal of the Program is to enhance UNSW's research performance by attracting and retaining exceptional early to mid-career researchers, with outstanding research track records. Scientia academics will be leaders in their School and Faculty and engage with the three pillars of social engagement, global impact, and academic excellence.

For detailed information including the position description, please click on the following website UNSW Scientia Indigenous position

How to express your interest:

To make an expression of interest please hit the 'Apply now' button at the top of this page or through the 'Express interest' button on the front page of the website UNSW Scientia Indigenous position

Please submit your CV and a short (1-2 page) statement outlining how you would align with, and benefit from, the UNSW Research Environment.

Expressions of interest (EIOs) will be accepted on a rolling basis, noting that submissions received by 28th September 2025 will be considered as a priority. EOIs will be provided to the relevant Faculty for consideration, following which a full application and evidence of Indigeneity will be requested for short listed applicants. All offers of employment will be subject to prior submission of satisfactory proof of Aboriginality.

Contact for enquiries:

For queries regarding submission, contact Merita O'Connell, Talent Acquisition Consultant,

For queries regarding UNSW's Indigenous strategy, contact Natalie Chenhall, Manager Indigenous Employment,

For queries about the Scientia Program, contact Evelyn Mike, Senior Scientia Advisor,

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