Careers at UniSC

Be part of a highly driven and ambitious team shaping UniSC’s international future.

• International, Sunshine Coast campus, Sippy Downs or Moreton Bay campus, Petrie
• Full-time, ongoing opportunities available
• Relocation assistance provided  

The Opportunity

We’re growing our international presence – and we’re looking for self-motivated professionals who want to help shape it.

At the University of the Sunshine Coast, we’re proud to be a young and ambitious university with strong community roots and a global outlook. As we continue to build meaningful connections with students, partners and institutions across the world, we’re opening an exciting opportunity for talented professionals interested in joining an innovative and thriving international business development team.

Whether your background is in student recruitment, partner engagement, government liaison or market strategy – if you’re passionate about international education and driving business development opportunities, we’d love to hear from you.

We’re looking to connect with people who:

• Understand how to identify and develop opportunities in global education markets
• Bring strong networks and experience across key international recruitment regions
• Think strategically about recruitment, partnerships and market development
• Enjoy building and sustaining trusted relationships with agents, institutions and government partners
• Are comfortable leading initiatives, managing performance, and delivering measurable outcomes
• Value collaboration, creativity and cultural awareness in everything they do

Why UniSC?
We’re a university powered by people who care – about students, about community, and about making a real impact. From our campuses on Queensland’s beautiful Sunshine Coast and Moreton Bay, we offer the kind of lifestyle that blends professional opportunity with community connection.

At UniSC, you’ll join a team working with purpose. You’ll help create pathways for students from around the world, while contributing to the kind of international partnerships that uplift education, research and communities alike.

Relocation assistance is available for successful interstate applicants.

For more information, please visit us online: International.

Ready to express your interest?
We’re keen to hear from professionals with experience across a range of roles in international engagement. Submit your EOI today via our careers page and let us know a bit about you, your background, and where you see yourself making a difference at UniSC.

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.

UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia, due to business needs we are currently seeking domestic applications only.

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

Please submit your expression of interest by selecting the “Apply Now” button.

Please note that we will be reviewing applications and contacting suitable candidates throughout the duration of this advertisement. Therefore, we encourage you to submit your interest as soon as possible.

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:

Sam Poulton
Associate Director, International (Business Development)
Telephone: 0475 083 401
Email: spoulton@usc.edu.au

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.

Teaching excellence is at the heart of what we do, and our commitment to sustainability is integrated into our teaching, research, and daily operations. Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 26 research fields ranked at or above world standard according to the Excellence in Research for Australia Rankings. At UniSC you will have the opportunity to contribute to the educational landscape for future generations.

We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, encouraging continuous professional development and providing resources to enhance your career. 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.