Careers at UniSC

• School of Science, Technology and Engineering, UniSC Sunshine Coast or Moreton Bay campus
• Level D, $168,933 - $186,045 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time, ongoing appointment  

The Opportunity

School of Science, Technology and Engineering: Addressing global challenges for a better tomorrow!

The School of Science, Technology, and Engineering (SSTE) is a driving force in tackling the pressing challenges our planet faces today. With a strong emphasis on STEM education, we equip our students with the knowledge and skills to develop innovative solutions for a sustainable future. Our dedicated academic staff are committed to high-quality teaching, industry engagement, community outreach, and research that holds both global relevance and regional impact. Join us today to address global threats such as COVID-19, climate change, pollution, and biodiversity loss, and work towards building a more sustainable future.

We’re looking for an Associate Professor to help shape the future of UniSC’s Technology discipline within the School of Science, Technology and Engineering. This role offers the chance to lead meaningful teaching, research, and engagement in areas such as ICT, data analytics, cyber security, artificial intelligence, IoT and other emerging technologies. You’ll bring a strong record of research leadership, collaboration, and industry connection, and play an influential role in mentoring colleagues, supervising research students, and guiding curriculum design that supports real-world employability and lifelong learning. Working with government, industry, and community partners, you will help drive research and teaching that has genuine impact across regional and national contexts, particularly within our strategic focus on sustainability, innovation, and digital transformation. This is an opportunity to join a collegial team committed to shaping technology-driven futures and supporting students to thrive.

For more information please visit us online: School of Science Technology and Engineering

You will:

• lead a recognised research program with a strong record of external funding, impactful outcomes, and mentorship of emerging researchers;
• shape engaging learning experiences through thoughtful curriculum design and teaching that inspires students and supports colleagues; and
• build productive partnerships across industry, community, government, and within UniSC, contributing to impactful outcomes and a positive, collaborative academic culture.

About you:

Our ideal candidate is an accomplished academic with national, and often international, recognition in their field, who thrives at the intersection of research, teaching, and engagement. You lead impactful research, mentor early career researchers, and supervise Higher Degree by Research students, while translating knowledge into real-world outcomes. You inspire and support students through innovative teaching, curriculum design, and engaging learning experiences, and contribute to a positive academic culture. Through meaningful partnerships with industry, government, and communities, you help shape strategic priorities and drive initiatives that make a difference locally, nationally, and globally.

You will possess:

• A doctoral qualification in a relevant field and substantial experience as an academic leader.
• Evidence of significant involvement in, and impact on, the development of your discipline.
• A clear, coherent research program with a strong record of high-quality outputs, sustained engagement, external recognition, successful supervision of Higher Degree by Research candidates, and demonstrable impact.
• Proven research leadership, including mentoring early career researchers, building research capability and culture, and contributing to national discipline panels or similar forums.
• Excellence in teaching and learning, with experience leading curriculum design, implementing research-led approaches, and driving initiatives that enhance student engagement and success.
• Positive leadership and interpersonal skills that foster a supportive, high-performing academic environment for staff and students.
• Extensive experience and effectiveness in academic administration within a university context.
• A track record of developing and maintaining meaningful partnerships at regional, national, and international levels that benefit students, the community, and the University.

Desirable:

• Postgraduate qualifications in higher education
• Formal recognition for excellence in learning, teaching, and/or research

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.

Position description:  493807_position description.pdf

UniSC is committed to attracting top talent from around the world and is pleased to offer sponsorship opportunities for international candidates.

UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au

Applications for this position close midnight, Wednesday 7 January 2026

Your completed application must include:

• a resume, and a response to selection criteria. Noting that within the application form, we will request a statement addressing each of the selection criteria contained within the position description.

Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team.

We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life

Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Professor Aman Oo
Dean, School of Science Technology and Engineering
Email: deansste@usc.edu.au

Please note that the University will be closed for the Christmas period from 25 December to 2 January. Any queries received during this time will be responded to from Monday, 5 January 2026. 

Discover UniSC

We're all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. We’re not the biggest university. But we’re growing every day, and doing big things. Like ground-breaking research, championing sustainability, producing gold-winning athletes and award-winning alumni.

We're one of the fastest growing universities in Australia, growing to over 2,000 people across 5 campuses in South East Queensland and a growing footprint in major capital cities.

Teaching excellence is at the heart of what we do, and our commitment to sustainability is integrated into our teaching, research, and daily operations. According to the 2024/25 Good Universities Guide we have five-star ratings from key areas including teaching quality, overall educational experience, learning resources, skills development, social equity, student support and learner engagement. Overall for teaching quality, we’re number one in Australia (postgraduate), and number one in Queensland (undergraduate).

Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 13 research fields ranked well above world standard, characterised by evidence of outstanding performance according to the Excellence Research for Australia Rankings. In 2024,  we moved 97 places to be in the top 110 institutions in the prestigious Times Higher Education (THE) Young University Rankings (2024).

At UniSC you will have the opportunity to shape the educational landscape and inspire the minds of future generations. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, encouraging continuous professional development and providing resources to enhance your teaching and research endeavours.

We recognise and value the contributions of each team member to our culture and success. We're not afraid to be different, and we're looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team that is working together to improve our local and global challenges.

Our Culture & Benefits:

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
• Salary packing options + 17% Super.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.