The University of Queensland has once again proven itself as one of the world's leading research institutions. Results of a survey conducted on 28 February 2011 among the readers of The Scientist magazine showed that the University of Queensland is the only institution located outside the northern hemisphere to be included in the top 10 International Institutions list.

Among other criteria, respondents were asked to evaluate their work environment in the following areas:  Quality of Training and Mentoring, Career Development Opportunities and Networking, Quality of Communication, Value of the Postdoctoral Experience, Quality of Facilities and Infrastructure, Funding, Equity, Pay and Benefits, and Family and Personal Life.

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