Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for a position at the University?
Can I leave my details if there is no current vacancy that I am interested in?
Can I approach a specific area of the University directly with positions relevant to my area of expertise to discuss the possibility of any upcoming vacancies or to provide my resume for future reference?
How do I find out more about a job advertised online or in the paper?
How often are new vacancies posted on the University website?
What can I do if I am interested in short-term work at the University?
Can I apply for more than one job at a time?
Do I need an email address?
What if I don't have an email address?
Will I receive a response to my application?
How will I know whether my application has been successful?
Will the University contact referees?
Who can I contact if I have problems submitting my application online?
I’m about to submit my application and have quite lengthy supporting attachments. What is the file limit size for my application?
I have changed my contact details since I submitted my application. How do I provide my new contact details?
I have submitted my application for an advertised position but now would like to withdraw it from consideration. How do I withdraw my application?

How do I apply for a position at the University?
You can apply for a specific position at the University in the Job Vacancies section, select the position you are interested in and click on the Apply Now link.

Can I leave my details if there is no current vacancy that I am interested in?
There is no facility at present to do this.

Can I approach a specific area of the University directly with positions relevant to my area of expertise to discuss the possibility of any upcoming vacancies or to provide my resume for future reference?
You can but all job vacancies are advertised on the Job Vacancies section and all applications are captured on this link.  .

How do I find out more about a job advertised online or in the paper?
The position description is available online at our Job Vacancies section, which will provide more detail about the responsibilities of the role, the working environment and how to apply for the position. The position description also includes a contact person who you can email or contact with specific enquiries and we encourage you to do this.

How often are new vacancies posted on the University website?
New vacancies are posted fortnightly on the Job Vacancies section.

What can I do if I am interested in short-term work at the University?
For short-term work please contact Hays Specialist Recruitment on Telephone No. (02) 40 32 8670 or email UniofNewcastle@hays.com.au. 

Can I apply for more than one job at a time?
You may apply for numerous jobs concurrently.  If you are applying for more than one position, a separate application is required for each position as the selection criteria will differ for each job vacancy.

Do I need an email address?
Yes. Your email address is our primary method of contact with you, so please check your emails regularly.

What if I don't have an email address?
Contact Human Resource Services on +61 2 4921 5266 or email employment@newcastle.edu.au.

Will I receive a response to my application?
Yes, you will receive an automated email response acknowledging receipt of your application.

How will I know whether my application has been successful?
Once the vacancy closes, a selection committee will meet to determine a suitable shortlist of applicants who will be interviewed.  If you have not been contacted within 30 days of the closing date of the vacancy, it will mean that your application has not been successful.

Will the University contact referees?
Reference checking is an important part of our selection process. It allows the selection committee to confirm information you have provided and is normally carried out after interview.

Who can I contact if I have problems submitting my application online?
Contact Human Resource Services on +61 2 4921 5266 or email employment@newcastle.edu.au.

I’m about to submit my application and have quite lengthy supporting attachments. What is the file limit size for my application?
There is no limit to the file size however only two documents can be attached per job application.

I have changed my contact details since I submitted my application. How do I provide my new contact details?
To update your contact details for a specific application already submitted, please contact Human Resource Services on +61 2 4921 5266 or email employment@newcastle.edu.au.

I have submitted my application for an advertised position but now would like to withdraw it from consideration. How do I withdraw my application?
To withdraw your application, please contact Human Resource Services on +61 2 4921 5266 or email employment@newcastle.edu.au.