# The Group of Eight jobs and careers

> 0 open roles at The Group of Eight as of October 24, 2026. Source: https://www.thejobsmap.com/company/the-group-of-eight

The Group of Eight (Go8) comprises Australia’s world-leading research-intensive universities – Adelaide University; The Australian National University; The University of Melbourne; Monash University; UNSW Sydney; The University of Queensland; The University of Sydney; The University of Western Australia. All are in the top 100 of the 2026 QS World University Rankings. The Go8 is focused on, and is a leader in, influencing the development and delivery of long-term sustainable national higher education and research policy, and in developing elite international alliances and research partnerships. The Go8 Universities undertake 70 percent of university based research in Australia, educates more than one quarter of all university students in Australia, including 160,000 international students and graduates 120,000 quality graduates each year. The Go8’s Chair is Professor Mark Scott AO, Vice-Chancellor and President, The University of Sydney. The Go8’s Chief Executive is Ms Vicki Thomson. The Go8 Directorate is located in Canberra, Australia’s national capital.

## Key facts

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|---|---|
| Open roles | 0 |
| Headquarters | Australia |
| Employees | 11 to 50 |
| Website | https://go8.edu.au |

## Leadership

- Vicki Thomson, Chief Executive

## Common questions

### Is The Group of Eight hiring right now?

The Group of Eight has no open roles listed as of October 24, 2026. Roles appear here as soon as they are posted on The Group of Eight's careers site.

### Where is The Group of Eight headquartered?

The Group of Eight is headquartered in Australia.

### Who leads The Group of Eight?

Vicki Thomson, Chief Executive, is at the top of The Group of Eight's org chart.

### How do I apply for a job at The Group of Eight?

Pick a role on The Group of Eight's TheJobsMap page and select Apply. Every listing links to the original posting on The Group of Eight's own careers site, so you apply directly with the employer.