Why UNSW?


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World Class Research & Teaching

UNSW is one of Australia’s leading research and teaching universities, consistently ranked in the top 100 worldwide. Our world-class research focuses on areas critical to the future - from climate change and renewable energies to life-saving medical treatments and breakthrough technologies.

Whether you’re an academic or professional employee, you will have the satisfaction of knowing that the work you do each day makes a difference.

Work with the Best People

UNSW prides itself on the calibre of its people, from internationally recognised academic leaders in their field to talented professionals providing technical expertise and infrastructure.

Working at UNSW, you will collaborate with highly talented people and have an opportunity to learn from the best.

Strong Industry Links

UNSW is the only Australian research intensive University established with a scientific and technological focus. Our emphasis is on research that has a practical application and impact.

Our strong industry links and world class infrastructure and facilities combine to create an ideal setting for academics to achieve their best and apply their achievements to the real world.

A Rewarding Career

Our employees consistently comment on the high level of career opportunity at UNSW.

Given the size and diversity of our University, employees have a unique opportunity to build a long and rewarding career and to change direction if they wish to. We see career development and mentoring as fundamental to supporting employees to achieve their best.


Attractive Lifestyle

Located in the heart of the prestigious eastern suburbs of Sydney, our Kensington campus provides an idyllic working environment.

Employees enjoy a vibrant campus life of cafes, world cuisine, retail outlets and support services, all located on the one leafy campus. The world famous beaches of Bondi and Coogee are close by. Our COFA campus in Paddington has recently been renovated by a leading team of architects and designers, and our Canberra campus provides a unique environment where academia and defence combine.

Across all three campuses, there is a strong sense of community and inclusion.


True Flexibility

At UNSW, we genuinely value work/life balance and see flexibility as an important part of supporting employees to achieve their best

Our people have access to a wide range of support in balancing their life interests – from flexible work arrangements and generous entitlements through to onsite child care and full gym facilities on campus.

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