Be part of research that’s changing lives
We are looking for people to join our university - to bring your global expertise to our regions, and to take your powerful ideas to the world with us.
Why join the University of Newcastle
Our vision to become a world-leading university for our regions will take passion and perseverance. Our regions are important to us. We were literally built, brick-by-brick, by our community more than fifty years ago. And our community - our students - remain at the heart of every decision we make. Collaboration is in our DNA. It’s one of the reasons we’re the number one university in the world for partnering for a sustainable future, and number one in Australia for industry collaboration.
Current vacancies
We have a range of academic and professional roles available in diverse fields across the institution.
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Make an impact. Right here.
One of the top 200 universities in the world with 95% of our research at or above world standard, we are also grounded by the needs of our communities and are proud of our five-star rating for Social Equity.
We are a community of high achieving collaborators who haven’t lost touch with their roots.
Authentic. Tenacious. Ambitious. Thoughtful.
Diverse and inclusive workplace
Equity is in our DNA. We know that embedding equity, diversity and inclusion as the guiding principles in all we do helps us to live and achieve our other values of excellence, engagement and sustainability.
Indigenous Commitment
We are proud to be a sector leader in Indigenous employment, education, and research. We prioritise the embedding of Indigenous knowledge across the University to nurture an awareness of issues and a strong commitment to social justice.
Benefits at a glance
We work hard to make sure our staff feel valued and valuable. We offer a range of benefits and employment conditions that help you perform at your best, balance your commitments and stay healthy.
Our stories
“I thought I was a bad mother”: How telehealth changed a young boy’s life and gave a family hope
“I thought I was a bad mother,” says Marlie Matthews, tearfully. “I tried everything, but Marcus was getting more and more behind. He wasn’t speaking much and when he did, I couldn’t understand him. It was very hard on all of us.”
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Pathway to purpose
From limited beginnings to limitless dreams - equity in education is giving Arthur Demetriou the chance to change the face of medicine.
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Teaching the Hunter
Eric Roach was just 19 when he graduated from Newcastle Teacher's College in 1953. His time there launched a career that would span almost four decades, and instilled in him a passion for teaching that would transcend generations.
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Kids need to floss too, even their baby teeth.
A survey from the Australian Dental Association out this week shows about three in four children never floss their teeth, or have adults do it for them.
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How selfie-editing tools are distorting how young people see themselves
Like many of her peers, Abigail (21) takes a lot of selfies, tweaks them with purpose-made apps, and posts them on social media. But, she says, the selfie-editing apps do more than they were designed for.
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Through sage smoke and story
A transformative week in Canada saw University of Newcastle students and educators connect with global participants, sharing Indigenous knowledge and building lifelong cultural bonds at the inaugural International Traditional Indigenous Knowledges Institute Gathering.
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Coming from overseas
We are a modern and growing region that is forging a bright new future. You get the best of Australian life but with the added benefit of a unique mix of space and everything on your doorstep.
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Organisational structure
Led by the Vice-Chancellor and President, our University is organised around academic Colleges and Schools and professional Divisions.
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The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.