About the program
The GSK Graduate Researcher Program is a government-funded, industry-hosted initiative developed to help bridge the gap between industry and research.
The paid 12-month work placement program is available to PhD graduates or post doc researchers. The aim of the program is to provide interns with a diverse range of development opportunities, experiences and exposure with view to improving Australia’s success in terms of translation and commercialisation of health and medical research; and expanding the capacity and capability.
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GSK’s values and expectations are at the heart of everything we do, they help define our culture – so that together we can deliver extraordinary things for our patients and it is what creates a brilliant place to work. We at GSK work together to “Unite science, talent, and technology to get ahead of disease together” Our culture is one we have been building together and which will accelerate our progress when we are all ambitious for patients, accountable for impact, and do the right thing. To deliver what matters better and faster, have ownership of our goals and the support we need to succeed always with care and integrity.
We are committed in creating a culture and flexible working arrangements where your work ‘works’ for you, allowing you to perform at your best. Our GSK environment is grounded in important expectations where respect, professionalism, support, and a friendly workplace is vital to your work-life balance and GSK’s success.
Before submitting your application, please ensure that you meet the essential criteria for the program and that you provide this information accurately. Please note that if you do not meet the essential requirements of the program, you will receive an automatic response, declining your application.
- Must be a PhD graduate or postdoc researcher (you must have PHD conferred at the time of application)
- You must be able to work full time from January 2024 to January 2025
- Working Rights: You must be an Australia or New Zealand citizen, or Australian Permanent Resident, or hold full working rights for the 12-month period
The application process
There are a few stages to our application process.
Online application form
Our application form doesn’t take long to complete. We’ll ask you to upload your CV, complete details about your studies and confirm your eligibility to work in the market where your chosen programme is based.
World of GSK online assessment
You will be invited to complete our ‘World of GSK’ online assessment. It is an online assessment that will help us determine your strengths and suitability for our program. It will also give you an insight into what we do and how we work.
You’ll watch videos featuring some of our colleagues who will tell you about what they do at GSK. We’ll then set up scenarios and ask you how you would manage the situation.
After you complete the World of GSK assessment, we’ll let you know if you’ve made it to the next stage. Regardless of outcome you will get personalised feedback to help you develop your strengths further.
GSK life job simulation
The next stage of our assessment includes a GSK life job simulation. You’ll be presented with a scenario with some key business facts and asked to respond through video, writing and multiple choice. We’ll also ask you more about why you want to work here and, if you’ve applied for a technical role, we’ll ask you some technical questions. This assessment will require you to also record some video responses to a number of "strengths based" questions.
Virtual Interview/MS Teams
If you progress to a Virtual Interview, then congratulations — you’re through to our final stage! Here, you’ll have a virtual, strengths-based interview with some of our leadership team. This is a great opportunity for you to find out more about our business and ask questions to ensure that this program will be a great fit for you.
Reference and Employment checks
If you progress to the next round, we will conduct reference and employment checks.
Accept our offer
Great news! If all goes well with reference and employment checks, we’ll make you an offer to become one of our Graduate Researchers. We’ll talk you through the next steps and use everything we’ve learned about you to make sure you get off to the best possible start in your future career.
What roles are available?
We are still finalising positions for our 2024 intake. Watch this space!
Where can I apply?
We are still finalising positions for our 2024 intake. Watch this space!
