Careers at Deakin

Deakin is known globally for its excellence in research, teaching and its goal of nurturing the personal development and wellbeing of its staff and students. If you’re interested in a fresh and exciting challenge, why not join the team at Deakin? Our jobs portal is regularly updated with new opportunities – whether you’re interested in academic, professional or casual roles.

Found the perfect role for you at Deakin? Your job application is an opportunity to demonstrate that you have the relevant skills and attributes to do the job. Check out our tips on how to create a tailored resume and cover letter, and clearly address the selection criteria for the role, as well as how to apply.

Deakin offers a variety of benefits that ensure a positive balance between work and your personal life, and the opportunity to develop your career through advanced learning opportunities. We also have flexible work arrangements, salary packaging options and various leave plans to suit your needs.

Are you relocating from interstate or overseas to join Deakin? We’ve put together some useful information to help smooth your relocation. You may also be eligible for financial relocation support.

At Deakin we recognise the unique cultural competencies required to be an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander educator for both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal academic and professional staff members and take these into account in staff selection and promotion. Culturally inclusive recruitment acknowledges cultural diversity with the aim of enabling applicants to show their expertise.