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Opportunities at the University of Tasmania

The University of Tasmania (UTAS) is one of Australia's oldest and most prestigious universities, offering a dynamic academic environment and a vibrant campus life.

UTAS provides a wide range of job opportunities that attract professionals from various fields. Whether you're interested in academic positions, research jobs, or administration roles, UTAS has something to offer.

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At the University of Tasmania, we have mission to

About University of Tasmania (UTAS)

At the University of Tasmania, we have mission to make a difference for Tasmania, and from Tasmania.

With our unique location and complex history, we have both an obligation and opportunity to make a global contribution. People are at the heart of that contribution. We focus on building a workplace culture where we come together in a way that empowers us all to connect, belong and grow.

The University is one of the largest employers in our State, with campuses in three distinct regions: Hobart, Launceston, and Burnie. We also have a specialised health campus in Sydney.

Read on to learn more about working with us.

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Mission & Vision

The mission of the University of Tasmania is to create, preserve, communicate, and apply knowledge to benefit Tasmania and the broader global community.

The university strives to be a world-leading institution, fostering academic excellence, creativity, and innovation. This mission underscores the university’s commitment to enhancing intellectual, economic, social, and cultural outcomes.

Academic Job Opportunities

UTAS jobs offer a range of exciting opportunities in various fields. From lecturer positions to research roles, the university regularly seeks talented professionals to join its academic community.

The university emphasises a balanced approach to research and teaching, providing a supportive environment for career growth.

Why work at UTAS

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Tasmania is a very special place. Working here, you can immerse yourself in a vibrant city lifestyle, with pristine natural environments right on your doorstep.

Our institution has an enduring commitment to our state and community. We’re here to enhance the intellectual, economic, social, and cultural future of Tasmania.

This is an exciting time to be joining us. As the only university on the island, we play a crucial role within the community. We’re the key provider of tertiary education, a vocational training ground, and an important provider of research.

We seek to impact the world through the contributions of our staff, students, and graduates. Achieving this vision all depends on the people we employ, as well as our creating a space that is values-based and diverse.

We are a flexible, inclusive workplace that seeks true diversity. We celebrate the range of strengths that diversity brings. That’s why we encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Benefits and services

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We provide more than a great place to work. Our people enjoy a wide variety of benefits and services.

Generous remuneration, including up to 17% superannuation
Substantial paid leave entitlements including parental leave (up to 26 weeks paid with shared parental care)
Flexible work arrangements
Salary packaging options
Professional development
Study Leave for academic staff
Employee Assistance Program
An array of fitness, health insurance, car hire, accommodation, and other staff discounts.

Our University people values and behaviours

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Our Statement of Values subscribes to the fundamental values of honesty, integrity, responsibility, trust and trustworthiness, respect and self-respect, and fairness and justice. We bring these values to life by our individual and collective commitment to:

creating and serving shared purpose
nurturing a vital and sustainable community
focusing on opportunity
working from the strength diversity brings
collaborating in ways that helps us be the best we can.

Our University Behaviour Policy (PDF 162.4KB) sets out these Values, standards and expectations for appropriate behaviour that apply to all employees and characterise the collegial and community nature of our University.

Our staff are provided with the opportunity to engage in annual training and development which reinforces the importance of these values, behaviours and expectations, and supports people in deeply understanding how to bring these to life.

Inclusion and belonging

As a member of the University of Tasmania community your employment brings you to a workplace that attracts, develops and retains a diverse group of people.

Our commitment is to enable and encourage inclusive workforce practices that allow our people to achieve work, personal, family and relationship goals.

At the University of Tasmania, we foster diversity and inclusion reflective of the broader community, and offer a range of networks, supports and incentives to bring about a truly inclusive workplace culture.

Our workplace vision is to:

allow our inclusive culture to guide how we build our teams, cultivate our leaders and create a workplace that is richly diverse
ensure that our people feel encouraged and enabled to bring their whole selves to our workplaces
and for our communities to come together in ways that empower connection, learning, belonging and growth.

Safety and wellbeing

All staff assist the University to create and maintain an environment where people are safe, healthy and well by using and improving the systems and equipment we have for work.

All staff actively manage risks associated with their work and report hazards, near-misses and incidents to their Supervisor to enable teams to positively learn and improve our systems and equipment.

Supervising staff support and quip their teams to work safely by providing information, training and supervision. They respond quickly to issues and create an environment where teams are encouraged to positively intervene and empowered to make improvements.

Popular Courses

UTAS is known for its strong academic programs, particularly in Marine and Antarctic Science, Medicine, Business, Law, and Environmental Studies. These programs attract students from around the world and contribute to the university’s reputation for research excellence. Whether you're looking to advance your academic career or engage in groundbreaking research, UTAS offers numerous opportunities.

Top Rankings by Subjects

The University of Tasmania consistently ranks highly in several academic disciplines. It is recognized for its excellence in Earth and Marine Sciences, Agriculture and Forestry, and Environmental Sciences. These top rankings reflect the university's commitment to delivering high-quality education and impactful research.

Employee Benefits & Rewards

Working at UTAS comes with numerous benefits. Employees enjoy competitive salaries, professional development opportunities, and access to health and wellness programs. The university fosters an inclusive and collaborative work environment, ensuring that staff feel valued and supported. UTAS also offers flexible working conditions and a range of employee rewards, making it an attractive place to work.

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