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The UNSW STEMM Champions Program is a transformative 12-month cross-faculty initiative that builds upon the success of the UNSW Women in Maths and Science Champions Program. It empowers women, non-binary, and gender-diverse higher degree and early career ¹û¶³app with the skills, confidence and networks needed to excel in their careers and become visible advocates as STEMM professionals.

Program overview and key benefits

The STEMM Champions Program is offered by UNSW Science in collaboration with UNSW Engineering and UNSW Medicine & Health. The program features a series of development workshops focused on: 

• Presentation skills 
  
• Social media skills 
  
• Communication skills 
  
• Leadership development 
  
• Career development. 
  

STEMM Champion candidates are also required to complete a minimum of 20 hours of outreach activities within the twelve-month program. The aim is to encourage and inspire the next generation of girls, women, non-binary and gender diverse people to pursue a career in STEMM. This engagement fosters a strong community of ambassadors who are closely connected with UNSW's outreach efforts. 

To further support candidates' growth, the program includes strengths profile assessments, one-on-one career coaching, and cohort networking events. 

Who should apply?

Higher Degree Researcher (HDR) cohort 

The HDR cohort is for women, non-binary, and gender-diverse students enrolled in a PhD or Masters by Research in UNSW Science, UNSW Engineering, or UNSW Medicine & Health (full-time or part-time equivalent). They have aspirations for personal and professional growth and will commit to the role of UNSW STEMM Champion.

Early Career Researcher (ECR) cohort

The ECR Cohort is for women, non-binary, and gender-diverse ¹û¶³app who are 0–7 years post‑PhD or who hold an undergraduate STEMM degree and at least 5 years’ experience working in STEMM (excluding career interruptions). They must currently hold an academic or professional position in UNSW Science, UNSW Engineering, or UNSW Medicine & Health. They have aspirations for personal and professional growth and will commit to the role of UNSW STEMM Champion.

We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ people.

Program timetable 

The program consists of six development workshops delivered through a blend of online and face-to-face sessions at the UNSW Kensington campus.