"UNSW Green Fellow"

Job Description:

• Employment Type: Full time
• Duration: 12 months – 2 years - with the possibility of converting to a continuing position
• Eligibility: Levels C, D or E
• Remuneration: Highly competitive salary package
• Location: Sydney (NSW) or Canberra (ACT) campuses in Australia

UNSW has been ranked within the Top 20 in the world for the last three years— recognising our excellence in research, teaching, and societal contribution. We’re proud to lead Australia in research funding, innovation and entrepreneurship, topping the nation for startups and spinouts. UNSW is a premier destination for researchers and innovators who value collaboration and are committed to making a real-world impact.

About the Program

Named in honour of Scientia Professor Martin Green, a global pioneer in solar cell technology, this program reflects UNSW’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and improving lives through research.

As a UNSW Green Fellow, you will:

• Join a world-class research community and collaborate with leading scholars across disciplines.
• Drive high-quality, high-impact research aligned with UNSW’s strategic priorities and Impact Focus Areas.
• Be supported with competitive remuneration, research support including HDR (Higher Degree Research) support, and a comprehensive relocation package.
• Be hosted within a vibrant academic environment, with the potential to transition into a continuing role.

This is more than a fellowship—it’s a launchpad for academic leaders ready to shape the future.

The UNSW Green Fellowship is a full-time appointment offered under a fixed term contract arrangement, with the possibility of converting to a continuing role after 12 months. Appointment level (Senior Research Fellow, Associate Professor, and Professor – Levels C, D, or E) will be determined in line with your academic achievements and international research standing.

We offer comprehensive relocation support and visa sponsorship, if required, to help you transition smoothly to UNSW Sydney or UNSW Canberra and become part of UNSW’s diverse and globally connected research community.

Who You Are

• Currently employed in an internationally recognised research institution with an academic standing equivalent to Level C, D, or E (Senior Research Fellow, Associate Professor, and Professor), with a proven track record of excellence in research (top 10% of their field), and academic leadership.
• Extensive experience at internationally recognised institutions, with a strong global reputation and active engagement in international research networks and collaborations. Existing collaborations with UNSW colleagues or with the Australian network will be looked upon favourably.
• Recognised as a leader in your field, and a demonstrated commitment to research excellence, innovation, and strategic impact—both individually and within your discipline.
• A research agenda that aligns with UNSW’s Strategy and Impact Focus Areas.

Pre-Employment Checks

Aligned with UNSW’s focus on cultivating a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity, preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for.

These pre-employment checks may include a combination of some of the following checks:

• National and International Criminal history checks
• Entitlement to work and ID checks
• Working With Children Checks
• Completion of a Gender-Based Violence Prevention Declaration
• Verification of relevant qualifications
• Verification of relevant professional membership
• Employment history and reference checks
• Financial responsibility assessments/checks.
• Medical Checks and Assessments

Compliance with the necessary combination of these checks is a condition of employment at UNSW.

Benefits and Culture of UNSW

• Flexible Working Options (work from home, flexible hours, etc.)
• Career development opportunities
• 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments
• Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period
• Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness)

For further details on the benefits, please visit https://www.jobs.unsw.edu.au/lifestyle-benefits

Benefits specific to the Program:

• Competitive salary package for a minimum of 12 months, up to 2 years (full-time equivalent at Levels C, D, E - see academic staff pay rates).
• Possibility of conversion to a continuing role after 12 months.
• Research support package including HDR (Higher Degree Research) support.
• Relocation assistance in accordance with UNSW’s relocation framework to assist with the transition to Sydney or Canberra as required.
• Fellows will be hosted by a School or research centre and integrated into a dynamic community of leading researchers.

How to Apply

Submit your online application by Thursday 5th February at 11:30pm Australian Eastern Daylight Time.

Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW.

Get in Touch

For any questions related to the Green Fellowship Program please contact greenfellowships@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.