Classification: ANU Academic Level B
Salary package: $112,916- 128,026 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Term: Full time, Fixed Term (up to 2 years)

• Opportunity to work with experts from the Pacific Region through research and workshops
• Work in a dynamic team with access to a flexible working environment

About Us

The ANU College of Asia & the Pacific (CAP) leads intellectual engagement with the Asia-Pacific region through research, teaching and contributions to public debate, and seeks to set the international standard for scholarship concerning the region. The College hosts the largest number of regional experts and specialist academic programs in the English-speaking world, and plays a vital role in informing public policy and Australia's intellectual engagement with the societies, cultures and economies of Asia and the Pacific.

CAP is the centre of excellence for understanding human development and organisation in Asia and the Pacific, and addressing the cultural, economic, environmental, political and societal dimensions of global challenges.

Follow the College of Asia and the Pacific on social media: LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook

Crawford School of Public Policy - Crawford School of Public Policy is a School within CAP and is Australia’s premier public policy school, with recognised world-class expertise and experience in economics, political science, environmental management and development, and on key Asia-Pacific countries, especially China, Japan, Korea, Vietnam and Indonesia, as well as Australia.

The Pacific Security College (PSC) is an innovative partnership between the ANU and the Australian Government with the goal of furthering the Pacific Islands Forum’s Boe Declaration (2018). This position brings interdisciplinary, non-traditional academic perspectives and provides practice-led input in a professional area of interest to the ANU College of Asia and the Pacific. 

The Opportunity

The position will form part of PSC's academic team and will report directly the Director. 

The Research Fellow is expected to lead the College’s research program, both through their own research and through the curation of a program of research from Pacific academics and policy-makers; establish and lead the College’s program of short-term research interns; assist the College’s research commentary on topical issues; and assist efforts to attract funding to further grow the College’s research program.  The Research Fellow will also be involved in the College’s teaching programs and will support the College’s diplomatic efforts across the Pacific, including the sensitive work with Pacific governments on national security strategies.

The role also involves contributions to cross disciplinary studies within the broader University environment

Skills and experience required

• Strong record of policy-oriented research on Pacific security issues, with a PhD or Masters qualification, or significant policy experience in a related field.
• Ability to work with Pacific researchers and policy makers, manage research papers and blogs, and oversee an internship program.
• Experience in supporting public commentary on Pacific security issues and organizing regional gatherings and dialogues.
• Excellent judgment and cultural sensitivity in managing sensitive diplomatic issues and relationships with Pacific representatives.
• Excellent oral and written English language skills, with the ability to interact effectively with a variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to contribute to the College’s teaching programs and support the engagement activities of the PSC and the School.
• The appointee will also work in partnership with both academic and professional staff to support the strategic priorities of the School, College and University.

Enquiries

To enquire about this opportunity, please contact the PSC Director of the Professor, Dave Peebles – E: Dave.Peebles@anu.edu.au

Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access

Increasing the representation of women, First Nations people and persons from diverse gender, ability, cultural and linguistic backgrounds is a strategic priority for the College of Asia and the Pacific. We strongly encourage applications from these groups.

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 is a large, diverse employer. We are a recipient of the bronze award through the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) program and a platinum member of the Australian Network on Disability. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities and from individuals who may have had a non-linear career path, career gaps or career breaks. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion

How to Apply

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. 

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

Please note: The successful candidate must be able to travel internationally as part of the job requirement and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process.  An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results. 

Closing at: Nov 18 2024 at 23:55 AEDT