The Australian National University

Classification: ANU Officer 6/7 (Administration) Salary package: $98,387 - $113,252 per annum plus 17% superannuation Term: Full Time, Fixed term (12 months) Position Description and Selection Criteria: Communications Coordinator_ANUO67 The First Nations Portfolio (FNP) works with colleagues across the University to ensure ANU is a world leader in teaching and research of First Nations issues. It also works to ensure that the University makes a leading contribution to national policy in the relationship between Indigenous Australians and the nation. FNP provides an environment for debating significant and strategic issues and seeks to partner with communities, their representative organisations and enterprises to further the status, recognition and lives of Indigenous peoples. Achieving this outcome requires constant attention to impact, engagement and partnership. The Communications Coordinator will develop and deliver high-quality media and digital communications that elevate the University’s leadership in First Nations research and national policy engagement. The role will create compelling content, identify media opportunities, and strengthen FNP’s presence across print, digital and social platforms. Working closely with academic staff, media, ANU Communications and Engagement, and external stakeholders, the Communications Coordinator will ensure that the stories, research and priorities of the Portfolio reach diverse audiences, reinforce the University’s strategic objectives, and deepen engagement with First Nations communities. Position overview Reporting to the FNP Transition Lead, the Communications Coordinator plays a central role in shaping how FNP communicates its work, impact and strategic priorities. The position identifies newsworthy stories and media opportunities, produces media releases and digital content, manages FNP’s social media channels, and maintains and updates the FNP website. A key aspect of the role is building strong relationships with stakeholder organisations and ANU colleagues to ensure FNP voices and expertise are widely represented in national and local media. The role will work with University teams to formulate the Portfolio’s communication and engagement strategy, with particular focus on showcasing its impact of policy and research, to both internal and external audience.  With a strong editorial focus, the Communications Coordinator crafts clear, accurate and engaging content for multiple audiences, ranging from the ANU community and government to donors, corporate stakeholders, and national and international readers. The position requires a proactive communicator with strong networks, a capacity to work flexibly in a dynamic environment, and an understanding of First Nations issues and media. Delivering high-quality, timely and strategic communications is essential to advancing the Portfolio’s mission and strengthening public understanding of its work. For further information, contact Ziga Sparovec, Executive Officer, First Nations Portfolio; eo.firstnations@anu.edu.au The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au. ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion. Application information To apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents: A statement addressing the selection criteria, no longer than two pages. A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees, you can complete these online when prompted in the application form. Other documents, if required. Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position. Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results. Closing date: Monday, 12 January 2026, 11:55 PM (AEDT) 

Classification: Academic Level B Salary package: $121,598 - $137,870 per annum plus 17% superannuation Term: Full time, Fixed term (Until October 2027) Position Description and Selection Criteria: Research Fellow In this role, you will focus your efforts on the decarbonisation of the steel industry, with a strong emphasis on Japan and East Asian economies. Your research will analyse current and future Australia-Japan value chains in iron and steelmaking. You’ll also contribute to broader projects related to heavy industry emissions, working collaboratively across teams to produce policy-relevant insights. Position overview ANU College of Law, Governance and Policy (CLGP) brings together four world-leading academic schools dedicated to shaping the future of law, governance, regulation, policy and population health. The College fosters excellence in research, teaching and engagement, driving impactful contributions to national and global challenges. The College provides an intellectually rich community, committed to providing a collaborative and supportive environment for academics, students, and professionals to thrive. The Crawford School of Public Policy is one of four Schools within CLGP and one of the world’s leading public policy schools. The Crawford School is the University's focal point for contributing to public policy research, education and policy impact. Its graduate programs have trained many of the region’s leaders, and its research has impacted on policy making. Public policy scholarship at Crawford School is characterised by high quality, policy-relevant research across a range of disciplines. The Opportunity We are seeking a Research Fellow to participate in research on iron and steel decarbonisation between Australia and its major trading partners, centred on Japan, including some project management. The position is located within the Crawford School of Public Policy at the Australian National University. The position works closely with the Centre for Climate and Energy Policy (CCEP) within the Crawford School and other relevant researchers at the Australian National University. In this role you will work within a team to help develop models of green iron and steel markets or other models, help develop policy scenarios for use in analysis, contribute to the development of a stakeholder survey, and assist in the organisation and participation in externally-focused forums. Our Ideal Candidate Our ideal candidate will have a qualification in economics, public policy, engineering, or a related field. Experience in optimisation modelling, expertise in industrial decarbonisation and/or East Asia will be highly regarded, as will proficiency in Python, Julia, or RStats, and experience in industry engagement. To excel in this role, you will be a self-starter who has demonstrated experience in project management and working in a team setting, with the technical capabilities to contribute to modelling green iron and steel supply chains between Australia and its major trading partners, centred on Japan. Enquiries To enquire about this opportunity, please contact Jorrit Gosens, E: jorrit.gosens@anu.edu.au  Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion  Application information In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents: A statement addressing the selection criteria. A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form. Other documents, if required. Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position. Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results. Closing date: Thursday, 5 February 2026, 11:55 PM (AEDT)

Classification: Academic Level A Salary package: $87,135 - $109,369 per annum plus 17% superannuation Term: Full time, Fixed term (up to 36 months) Position Description and Selection Criteria: PD and PEWER Level A Postdoctoral Fellow_Magnetismpostdoc.pdf The Position The Postdoctoral Fellow will work within the research group of Professor Naomi McClure-Griffiths and Dr Craig Anderson and focus on measuring the magnitude and structure magnetic fields in the nearby Universe using Faraday Rotation. The work will revolve around the ASKAP Polarisation Survey of the Universe’s Magnetism, POSSUM. This position will focus on using POSSUM Rotation Measures to probe the magnetoionic medium in the Magellanic Clouds, the circumgalactic medium of galaxies and/or nearby galaxy groups. This will also include some technical work to enable the delivery of the POSSUM survey data products. The Postdoctoral Fellow is also expected to contribute to other areas of academic activity including education and service (including outreach). The Postdoctoral Fellow may also be required to supervise or mentor less senior staff, and undertake leadership roles as applicable. The staff member will contribute cooperatively to the overall intellectual life of the School, College and University.    The Person An outstanding Postdoctoral Fellow in the areas of Faraday rotation and/or extragalactic magnetism. The candidate will have (or shortly obtain) a PhD in astronomy or a related area, with a strong track record of research in the field of Radio Polarimetry and/or Faraday Rotation as evidenced by cited publications in peer-reviewed journals and conferences, a record of developing and maintaining collaborations and by other measures such as awards, and invitations to present at prominent conferences etc. The candidate will have a track record of articulating and prosecuting innovative research in the field of astronomy and demonstrated ability to lead and work as part of a team. The Postdoctoral Fellow will use ASKAP POSSUM data with a view to publishing original and innovative results in international refereed journals, present research at academic seminars and at national and international conferences, and collaborate with other researchers at a national and/or international level.   The School The Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics is a leading centre of Astronomy and Astronomical Instrumentation research in Australia. Researchers have a tradition of excellence in addressing the world’s leading astronomical questions. The College The ANU College of Science and Medicine encompasses the disciplines of: Astronomy, Biology, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Environment and Society, Mathematics, Physics, and Science Communication and is also home to a number of cross-disciplinary and specialist Institutes and Centres. Staff and students within the ANU College of Science and Medicine conduct research and deliver a research-led education program that encompasses the breadth of the sciences, supported by extensive international networks and by world-class facilities.  To find out more about the Science at ANU community, follow us on social media at Instagram and Facebook For further information please contact, Naomi McClure-Griffiths, T: +61 2 6125 5047, E: naomi.mcclure-griffiths@anu.edu.au ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to people of all backgrounds and identities.  For more information about staff equity at ANU, click here. For enquiries about the application process, or if you require reasonable adjustment to apply for this role, please contact the hiring manager on the above listed details. Application information In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents: A statement addressing the selection criteria. A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form. A three page statement of past and current research Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position. Please note: The successful candidate will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results. Closing date: Friday, 30 January 2026, 11.55PM (AEDT)