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UniSQ Graduate Employment Program

Expand your skills and kick start your career in higher education. Your UniSQ experience begins here.

The new world of work calls for innovation, collaboration and embracing change. As we continue to evolve as a university, we are focussed on delivering high-quality education programs, outstanding learning and teaching, positive student experiences and outcomes, and research that solves the problems that matter to our world. To do this, we need the best and the brightest of talent.  

At the University of Southern Queensland, we have a proud history of providing quality education in a flexible and supportive environment.  Building on our strengths as Australia’s leading regional University, we are committed to transforming lives and solving the problems that matter to our world.  Our people are innovative, collaborative and future focussed.  Join our UniSQ Graduate Employment Program and help us build a better future with our communities.

What’s in it for you?

Our UniSQ Graduate Employment Program seeks to help alumni transition from study by providing employment and equipping graduates with the skills, knowledge and networks to amplify their career.

You will work within the Academic Transformation Portfolio and be part of a team with a diverse mix of activities that includes academic quality, evaluation, institutional surveys, academic integrity, recognition of prior learning and data analytics.

Make an impact

From the moment you begin your UniSQ experience, you will be part of a team that is committed to building a better future with our communities. As we continue to extend the impact of our teaching and research in flagship areas, you will have the opportunity to share your unique perspectives and help us solve important problems together.

Be supported

We will support you with coaching from highly skilled professionals, along with a range of technical and digital learning opportunities to accelerate your personal and professional growth. You will work with and learn from the best and forge strong relationships with your colleagues.

Your discipline doesn’t define your career

There is no specific background or field of education that we are seeking. So regardless of your discipline, if you would like to explore the Higher Education sector and develop your research, writing, communication and evaluation techniques in a world-renowned teaching and research university, this is a fantastic launchpad for your career.

Two positions are currently on offer. One open position and one Identified role for Aboriginal and /or Torres Strait Islander peoples.

You can apply for the positions if you have graduated from a UniSQ Bachelor or Postgraduate program within the last three years. For Identified positions, you must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent and will need to provide evidence of this in your application. Current students at UniSQ who are in their last year of study, are also invited to apply.

If you are successful in securing the role, you will commence your experience with UniSQ following the completion of our pre-employment process. For this round, that would be late-February to early March.

The Academic Transformation Portfolio plays a critical role in leading the development and implementation of university-wide initiatives with the goals of strengthening education quality, learning and teaching, digital innovation and the student experience. This portfolio oversees program quality, approaches to learning and teaching, educational quality and academic outcomes of students enrolled via Third Party Arrangements and compliance with the relevant requirements of the Higher Education Standards Framework.

You will need to submit a copy of your resume and a two-page statement outlining your suitability for the role. A selection panel will review all applications and invite shortlisted candidates to attend an interview. Find out more about our recruitment process.

As a First Nations employee, there are many benefits to support you in your working and personal life at UniSQ. Find out more.

Appointments are usually fixed-term for a duration of one year full-time however, there are options for flexibility under certain circumstances.

Applications for the current opportunities in the Graduate Employment Program will be open until 28 Jan 2024.

For more information, contact the Evaluation Coordinator, Samuel Whittingham, via email or on +61 7 3470 4429

If you would like to opt in and receive communication about the graduate program and future opportunities at UniSQ, please send an email to alumni@unisq.edu.au with your full name, degree/program of study and request to be added to the graduate career opportunities register.
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Jessica Staheli
"I'd recommend this employment avenue to anyone looking for a unique opportunity as they work towards building their career. Elements such as meeting hard deadlines and deliverables and really honing my communication skills have been invaluable to me personally and professionally"
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Thanveer Shaik
"I'm finding it very interesting to apply my knowledge in a different way and in a sector that really appreciates my skill set. My PhD studies continue for some time, but I feel like the insights and learnings I've been offered in this role with the Academic Quality Unit will be very helpful in the future should I wish to pursue an academic career."

Want to learn more?

Current employment opportunities
First Nations employment