Postdoctoral Fellow, UNSW Nuclear Innovation Centre (UNIC)
Postdoctoral Fellow, UNSW Nuclear Innovation Centre (UNIC), Canberra
About UNSW Canberra
UNSW Canberra is a unique national institution, combining world-class education and research with strong partnerships across Defence, government and industry. We are committed to developing future leaders through outstanding teaching, innovative research and meaningful societal impact. Our approach is integral to the university's impact and contributes to its recognition as one of the top 20 universities globally, as well as a proud member of Australia's esteemed Group of Eight.
The School of Science at UNSW Canberra is home to a vibrant community of internationally recognised researchers, educators and professional staff dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge and addressing some of the world’s most pressing challenges. Through cutting-edge facilities, interdisciplinary collaboration, and strong partnerships with Defence, government, industry and international research organisations, the School provides an exceptional environment for research, education and innovation with impact at national and global levels.
To learn more about the School of Science, please visit the UNSW Canberra School of Science website.
This postdoctoral role will contribute to the UNSW Nuclear Innovation Centre (UNIC) SocioTechnical nuclear Systems research program. You will work in a close-knit team of experts from UNSW Law, Engineering and Canberra faculties, as well with as key international research partners, on the sociotechnical aspects of nuclear technologies and their lifecycles.
A Research Associate/Post-Doctoral Fellow (Level A) is expected to contribute towards the research effort of UNSW and to develop their research expertise through the pursuit of defined projects relevant to their particular field of research. This role will be based in the School of Science at UNSW Canberra.
The position reports to Associate Professor Elizabeth Williams at UNSW School of Science and has no direct reports.
Who You Are (skills and experience):
- A PhD in nuclear science, human-computer interaction, system sciences, systems engineering, design engineering, sociology, science communication or other relevant discipline, and/or relevant work experience.
- Evidence of, or demonstrated interest in, engagement in cross-disciplinary collaboration and scholarship.
- Demonstrated experience with qualitative, quantitative, and/or mixed-methods research approaches.
- Experience with, or willingness to develop skills in, computational approaches to qualitative or quantitative data analysis.
- Proven commitment to proactively keep up to date with discipline knowledges and developments relevant to the research project(s).
- Demonstrated ability to undertake high-quality academic research and conduct independent research with limited supervision.
- Demonstrated track record of publications and conference presentations relative to opportunity.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
- Evidence of highly developed interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact with a diverse range of stakeholders and students.
- Flexible working options (work from home, flexible hours etc)
- Additional three days leave during December festive period
- Career development opportunities
- Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
- Flexible 17% superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice
- Free gym access
- UNSW-wide strategy to focus on Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Places and Healthy Culture.
You can learn more about our Benefits and Culture at Lifestyle & Benefits UNSW
Eligibility:
We will consider overseas applicants requiring sponsorship for this role.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
As part of our recruitment process candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, qualification verification, right-to-work verification, and criminal history screening where relevant to the role.
How to Apply:
Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Submit your application online before Friday 18 September 2026 at 11:30pm, including your CV and a 1–2-page cover letter addressing the required skills and experience outlined in the position description. In order to view the position description, please ensure that you allow pop-ups for https://www.jobs.unsw.edu.au
Get in Touch:
elizabeth.williams1@unsw.edu.au
Applications cannot be accepted if sent directly to the contact listed.
Find out more about the lifestyle and benefits when working with UNSW
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
Postdoctoral Fellow - Psychology
- One of Australia’s leading research & teaching universities
- Vibrant campus life with a strong sense of community & inclusion
- Enjoy a career that makes a difference by collaborating & learning from the best
At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.
The School of Psychology at UNSW is the leading Psychology school in Australia. It is located in the Faculty of Science and is recognised nationally and internationally for its excellence in research and teaching. It offers world class undergraduate psychology degrees, as well as postgraduate professional Masters training in Clinical and Forensic Psychology, an online Graduate Diploma program, and a PhD research program with over 120 students. 40 academic staff conduct experimental research in many areas of Psychology, including behavioural and cognitive neuroscience, perception, learning, memory and cognition, as well as health, social, developmental, clinical and forensic psychology. UNSW Psychology is the only School in the southern hemisphere ranked in the top 30 by discipline in the THES, QS and ARWU rankings. The School has well equipped research and teaching facilities and attracts outstanding staff and students from Australia and overseas. UNSW is located 5 km from the centre of Sydney and is close to other research centres, teaching hospitals, transport, shopping, and beaches.
For further information about the school please visit www.psychology.unsw.edu.au
The Postdoctoral Fellow (Level A) is expected to contribute towards the research effort of UNSW and to develop their research expertise through the pursuit of defined projects relevant to their particular field of research. This role contributes to the research project “Improving mental health outcomes through parent and teacher engagement in school-based early intervention” in partnership with Sydney Catholic Schools. This project aims to evaluate the acceptability and effectiveness of school-adapted parent training intervention, matched to the individual needs of young children with disruptive behaviour problems, delivered within a Catholic school setting in South West Sydney. This position is based at the University of NSW in the School of Psychology, however the Postdoctoral Fellow will be required to travel regularly to South West Sydney.
The Postdoctoral Fellow is responsible for overseeing day-to-day work of project staff, acting as a key coordinator for the project and undertaking typical research activities including data management & analysis and supporting the dissemination of research outcomes.
About the role
- LEVEL A - $118k - $126k plus 17% Superannuation and annual leave loading
- Fixed Term – 2.5 years (to July 2029)
- Part time (17.5 hours)
Specific responsibilities for this role include:
- Contribute independently or as a team member in collaborative research with a focus to enhance the quality of research outcomes in the discipline area.
- Conduct research (as per the norms of the discipline) and/or enable research teams to create scholarly output that is recognised by peers. This will include acting as a key coordinator for the trial, ensuring adherence to trial protocols and that project milestones and outcomes are met.
- Undertake specific research project/s under the guidance of a research leader and contribute to development of research activities.
- Support the dissemination of research outcomes through appropriate channels and outlets including the preparation and submission of reports, manuscripts, and presentations.
- Undertake discipline-appropriate research activities, e.g. surveys, literature reviews, data gathering and/or recording of results using appropriate research methods.
- Participate in and/or present at conferences and/or workshops relevant to the project as required.
- Assist with the supervision of research students in the research area where required.
- Develop and refine relevant study materials in accordance with International Council for Harmonisation Guidelines for Good Clinical Practice, the Consolidated Standards of Reporting Trials (CONSORT) framework, regulatory guidelines, and study objectives.
- Develop and maintain well-organised, efficient systems of scheduling, communication, file organisation and documentation of both meetings and study procedures and train project staff in their use. Embed these systems into day-to-day research operations to ensure high quality, compliant, and consistent data collection.
- Monitor adverse events and ensure they are properly documented and reported to the Sponsor(s) and Ethics Committee(s) as appropriate.
- Regularly travel to trial sites to perform training, on-site monitoring and coordination duties.
- Develop effective working relationships with and regularly liaise with multiple educational and other stakeholders and media outlets, and act as the first point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
- Prepare and submit grant, ethics and governance applications.
- Align with and actively demonstrate the Code of Conduct and Values.
- Cooperate with all health and safety policies and procedures of the university and take all reasonable care to ensure that your actions or omissions do not impact on the psychosocial or physical health and safety of yourself or others.
- A PhD in Psychology with AHPRA endorsement as a clinical, educational, or developmental psychologist.
- Demonstrated capacity for high-quality research, as evidenced by a strong track record relative to opportunity.
- Demonstrated experience in managing longitudinal research studies, clinical outcome, and/or randomised controlled research trials in clinical psychology.
- Demonstrated research coordination experience, including developing protocols, data management systems, governance, monitoring, and reporting.
- Excellent organisational skills, including an ability to undertake a range of diverse tasks, to work independently, accurately, and with attention to detail and to deliver high quality work on time.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders from diverse backgrounds and levels of seniority.
- Experience with research data management and statistical analysis using statistical software (SPSS).
- Demonstrated and applied knowledge/understanding of HREC and regulatory applications e.g. GCP and reporting for clinical trials.
- Demonstrated skills in project management, statistical software packages (eg. SPSS, R, MPlus) and statistical analysis.
- Bilingual capability in Arabic and English is highly desirable, particularly to support engagement with Arabic-speaking children and families.
- Ability and capacity to implement required UNSW health and safety policies and procedures.
- An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
- Knowledge of health & safety (psychosocial and physical) responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.
You should systematically address the selection criteria listed within the position description in your application.
Please apply online - applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed.
Find out more about working at UNSW at www.unsw.edu.au
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
Postdoctoral Fellow
Post-Doctoral Fellow
- Employment Type: Full - time (35 hours a week)
- Duration: 12 Month Fixed Term contract
- Remuneration: $118,467-$126,711 base, plus 17% superannuation and leave loading
- Work rights required: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position.
- Location: On-Site, Kensington, Sydney
The School of Biomedical Sciences
As one of the largest teaching and research-intensive schools at UNSW, the School of Biomedical Sciences is uniquely placed to not only inspire the next generation of science and medical graduates but also lead in the discovery and development of tomorrow’s diagnostics, treatments and cures. It plays a key role in arming future medical practitioners, biomedical scientists and a broader community of health professionals, each of whom bring specialised knowledge and a diverse skill set to the frontiers of medical science.
The school holds strong cross-faculty connections with biotechnology, chemistry, maths, physics and engineering; along with academic staff and key partners whose work is based in the clinical or biotech space, this creates a naturally synergistic and innovative environment.
Details of the role
A Post-Doctoral Fellow (Level A) is expected to contribute to the research effort of UNSW by undertaking laboratory-based and translational cancer research, developing research expertise through defined projects, and supporting the translation of discoveries into clinical applications.
The position will contribute to a research project focused on developing nanomedicine-based RNA therapies for pancreatic cancer and lung cancer preclinical models. The role will involve molecular and cellular biology, synthesising nanoparticles, biomarker discovery, target validation, therapeutic assessment in preclinical cell culture models and animal models, and the design, execution, analysis and interpretation of preclinical and translational cancer studies.
As an early-career researcher, the Post-Doctoral Fellow will be expected to maintain high-quality experimental records, contribute to research outputs and funding-related activities, and build collaborative relationships with clinicians, consumers, researchers and industry partners to support the translation of research findings.
The Post-Doctoral Fellow reports to Professor Phoebe Phillips the Head of the Pancreatic Cancer Translational Research Group whose research program spans from cell biology discoveries, preclinical development of new therapeutics all the way to a current Phase-2 clinical trial and embedding correlative science into our precision medicine trials program and has no direct reports.
Some key skills required:
- A PhD in a related discipline, and/or relevant work experience.
- Demonstrated ability to undertake high-quality academic research and conduct independent research with limited supervision.
- Contribute independently or as a team member in collaborative research with a focus to enhance the quality of research outcomes in the discipline area.
- Conduct research (as per the norms of the discipline) and/or enable research teams to create scholarly output that is recognised by peers.
- Undertake specific research project/s under the guidance of a research leader and contribute to development of research activities.
- Demonstrated track record of publications and conference presentations relative to opportunity.
- Contribute to development of competitive grant applications.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
Please refer to the position description for full details.
UNSW Benefits and Culture
- 17% Superannuation and leave loading
- Flexible working
- Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
- Access to lifelong learning and career development
- Progressive HR practices
More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.
Pre-Employment Checks:
As part of our recruitment process candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, qualification verification, right-to-work verification, and criminal history screening where relevant to the role.
Compliance with the necessary combination of these checks is a condition of employment at UNSW.
How to apply:
Please click on Apply now to apply online. Applications should not be sent to the contact listed below. Please provide a resume and a separate document addressing the skills and experience listed in the Position Description. A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW.
Contact
Frank McHenry, Talent Acquisition Associate
Applications close: Wednesday 16th September before 11.30pm Sydney time
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. #LI-FM1 (#LI-DNI)
Research Associate – last-mile logistics
- Salary, Level A - $95,036 - $126,711 per annum + 17% superannuation (pro rata)
- Part Time: 28 hours (0.8 FTE) and 0.2 FTE appointment through Adiona Tech.
- Fixed-term contract: 12 months (potential for extension)
- Location: Kensington – Sydney, Australia (on campus attendance 3 days a week)
About UNSW:
UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isn’t only what we do, it’s how we do it. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place. The Faculty of Engineering at UNSW continues to be a national and international leader in engineering research and education, cementing its status as the University’s premier research faculty. As the largest Engineering Faculty in Australia, it graduates the highest number of engineers and maintains the largest research expenditure in the country. Through excellence in both fundamental and applied research, the Faculty strives to sustain and further its global impact, aiming to be ranked among the top engineering faculties worldwide. For more information, visit the Faculty website: https://www.unsw.edu.au/engineering/about-us
Skills & Experience:
- A PhD in a related discipline, and/or relevant work experience.
- Relevant disciplines may include transport engineering, computer science, artificial intelligence, data science, machine learning, operations research, mathematics, statistics, or another quantitative discipline.
- Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
- Demonstrated ability to undertake high-quality academic research and conduct independent research with limited supervision.
- Demonstrated track record of publications and conference presentations relative to opportunity.
- Demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following areas: mathematical optimisation, vehicle routing and scheduling, machine learning, reinforcement learning, logistics simulation, predictive analytics, or transport modelling.
- Strong programming skills in Python and experience developing, implementing, and testing computational models or research software.
- Experience working with large and complex datasets and applying appropriate data management, analysis, and validation methods.
- Demonstrated ability to translate research concepts and computational methods into practical solutions suitable for real-world implementation.
- Experience with high-performance computing, cloud computing, software development, or commercial technology platforms would be highly regarded.
- Knowledge of electric vehicle operations, energy and charging models, emissions estimation, freight transport, or logistics decarbonisation would be desirable.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with industry partners and communicate technical concepts to both specialist and non-specialist audiences.
- Evidence of highly developed interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact with a diverse range of stakeholders and students.
- Ability to work effectively across university and industry environments and manage competing research, technical, and project priorities.
To Apply:
Contact:
Applications close: 11:55 pm (Sydney time) on Tuesday 22nd September 2026
UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
Senior Research Associate – School of Civil & Environmental Engineering
- Salary, Level B - $137,821 per annum + 17% superannuation (pro rata)
- Part Time: 7 hours
- Fixed-term contract: 12 months
- Location: Kensington – Sydney, Australia (on campus attendance 3 days a week)
About UNSW:
UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isn’t only what we do, it’s how we do it. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place. The Faculty of Engineering at UNSW continues to be a national and international leader in engineering research and education, cementing its status as the University’s premier research faculty. As the largest Engineering Faculty in Australia, it graduates the highest number of engineers and maintains the largest research expenditure in the country. Through excellence in both fundamental and applied research, the Faculty strives to sustain and further its global impact, aiming to be ranked among the top engineering faculties worldwide. For more information, visit the Faculty website: https://www.unsw.edu.au/engineering/about-us
Skills & Experience:
- A PhD in a related discipline, and/or relevant work experience.
- Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
- Demonstrated track record in research with outcomes of high quality and high impact with clear evidence of the desire and ability to continually achieve research excellence as well as the capacity for research leadership.
- A track record of significant involvement with the profession and/or industry.
- High level communication skills and ability to network effectively and interact with a diverse range of students and staff.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
- Evidence of highly developed interpersonal and organisational skills.
To Apply:
Please click the apply now button and submit your CV, Cover Letter and Responses to the Skills and Experience. You should systematically address the Skills and Experience listed within the position description in your application. Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Contact:
Applications close: 11:55 pm (Sydney time) on Tuesday 8th September 2026
UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
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