Australian National University

Classification: ANU Officer 6 (Technical) Salary package: $100,847 - $105,459 per annum plus 17% superannuation Terms: Full time, Fixed Term (up to 12 months) (flexible arrangements will be considered) Position Description and Selection Criteria: PD&PEWER_ANUO6_Technical Officer_SOEN_CSS_2026.pdf In 1946, ANU was founded to help rebuild a changing world. We’re still at it, 80 years later. For generations, our people have turned curiosity into ideas that have shaped Australia and our region. Learn more about ANU, our history and the community that has shaped us: ANU at 80  Join a highly skilled and collaborative Technical Services team, working closely with researchers, academics, WHS professionals, contractors, and industry suppliers. Develop and apply expertise across multiple engineering disciplines, including laboratory operations, equipment maintenance, compliance, fabrication support, and infrastructure management. Work in a supportive environment that values safety, teamwork, continuous improvement, and technical excellence. About the opportunity Play a vital role in supporting cutting-edge research, teaching, and technical operations. Working within a collaborative Technical Services team, you will provide hands-on technical support across laboratories, workshops, specialised equipment, and research infrastructure and contribute to innovative research and outstanding student experiences. This role is ideal for a practical and solutions-focused professional, the position offers variety, autonomy, professional development, and the chance to make a tangible impact in one of Australia's leading engineering schools. About the School/Department The School of Engineering brings together a diverse and welcoming community that is motivated to seek “wicked problems”. We connect divergent thinkers, to explore and pose solutions, that cross the traditional interdisciplinary and global boundaries. We have evolved from our foundational strength in systems thinking, reaching beyond traditional engineering fields. This systems approach embraces our core strengths and is shaped around five focus areas: Aerospace, Energy, Environmental, Information & Signal Processing, and Mechatronics. Join us in our fundamental quest of discovery and passionate pursuit of knowledge that goes beyond our lived world. About the College As one of the great universities of the world, ANU is driven by a culture of excellence in everything we do. Our lived experience is increasingly one of large-scale systems of people, whose actions and interactions are influenced by our digital, physical and biological environment. The ANU College of Systems and Society (CSS) hosts many of the key disciplines necessary to help us design, build, regulate and secure the future. CSS brings together expertise in social, technical, computational, ecological and scientific systems to build a new approach to systems design and build new national capabilities in data-driven policy and business development. The work we do in the College is to strengthen our national mission and meet our unique responsibilities as Australia’s national university. We will deliver on our mission by building a strong community, providing transformative educational experiences, conducting high-impact research, seeking meaningful engagement, and becoming a resilient organisation. We welcome and openly acknowledge differences in expertise, research / education / professional focus, experience and perspective. CSS is a vibrant and diverse community of more than three thousand students, staff, and visitors. Our College is comprised of the School of Computing, School of Cybernetics, School of Engineering, Fenner School of Environment & Society, Mathematical Sciences Institute, and the Australian National Centre for the Public Awareness of Science, supported by the Professional Services Group. Enquiries To enquire about this role, please contact Dr Beatris Velasco, Technical Services Manager, via phone at +61 0438 267 722 or email beatriz.velasco@anu.edu.au Our commitment to diversity, belonging, inclusion and equity ANU is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community, and particularly welcomes applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Furthermore, it is practice in the ANU College of Systems and Society to actively seek a gender mix of shortlisted candidates for interview. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion. We welcome and develop diversity of backgrounds, experiences and ideas and encourage applications from individuals who may have had non-traditional career paths, who may have taken a career break, had career disruptions or who have achieved excellence in careers outside of the higher education sector. We support applicants who require flexible arrangements in their work environments or patterns. If your experience looks a little different to what we’ve described, but you’re passionate and motivated by this position, we welcome your enquiry and application. 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. What we offer The ANU provides attractive benefits and excellent support to maintain a healthy work/life balance and offers generous remuneration benefits, including four weeks paid vacation per year, assistance with relocation expenses and 17% employer contribution to superannuation. We also offer generous parental leave, the possibility of flexible and part time working arrangements, a parental and aged care support program, dual career hire programs, staff and family tuition fee discounts, ANU school holiday programs, and childcare facilities on campus. For more information, visit: https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources How to apply Applicants must apply online via the ANU recruitment portal and should upload the following separate documents: A detailed curriculum vitae (CV) and 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 2-page statement addressing the selection criteria. Other documents, if required. Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position. Please note: The preferred candidate must have rights to live and work in Australia and will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment declarations and background checks relevant to the role they have applied for, in accordance with the Background Checking Procedure and the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence.  Closing date: Wednesday, 28 October, 11:55PM (Canberra Time)

Classification: ANU Senior Manager 1 (Admin)  Salary package: $141,637 - $148,403 per annum plus 17% superannuation  Term:  Full-Time (Continuing) or Part-Time (0.8FTE)  Position Description and Selection Criteria: PD&PEWER_ANUSM1_ChangeManager.pdf  In 1946, ANU was founded to help rebuild a changing world. We’re still at it, 80 years later. For generations, our people have turned curiosity into ideas that have shaped Australia and our region. Learn more about ANU, our history and the community that has shaped us: ANU at 80  Position overview  An exciting opportunity to lead meaningful change at ANU — driving how the University plans, operates and makes decisions to respond to climate change and build long-term environmental sustainability.   Lead organisational and behavioural change programs to drive positive environmental sustainability outcomes and embed environmental considerations into planning and decision-making across ANU:   Join a dynamic, high-impact team helping deliver the University's strategy while reducing its environmental footprint  Shape and lead change management strategies that will influence how a major Australian university operates for years to come  Bring your expertise in organisational and behavioural change to a role with real visibility and impact  We're working to empower the ANU community to act and lead on environmental sustainability — embedding it across planning, decision-making, operations, research and teaching. The Environmental Sustainability Plan 2026-30 addresses three strategic drivers - climate action, nature conservation and the circular economy; through five pathways (governance, operations, Indigenous cultural knowledge, engagement and behaviour change, and integration with research and teaching); and across eight pillars (energy, built environment, transport, water, landscapes & ecosystems, waste & recycling, goods & services and climate risk).     This role is central to bringing the ANU Environmental Sustainability Plan to life, building capability right across the University. Through co-designed programs, accessible resources, training and engaging communications, our goal is to build a culture where making sustainable choices is second nature to how we work.   As Change Manager, you'll drive practical, effective change management and communications approaches focused on improving environmental outcomes at both an organisational and individual behaviour level, managing a small team. You'll play a lead role in building a climate-literate, climate-capable culture across ANU, supporting the goal of reducing our environmental footprint (including but not limited to greenhouse gas emissions) and adapting to emerging climate impacts.  To excel in this role, you'll bring relevant postgraduate qualifications and/or substantial experience in organisational and behavioural change within a large, complex institution. Experience with environmental sustainability-related change and engagement programs will be highly regarded.  We welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds who can demonstrate genuine impact in this space. Above all, you're a confident communicator, collaborator and problem-solver with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to bring people along with you.  For more information about the position, please contact Clare de Castella, Associate Director, Environmental Sustainability via clare.decastella@anu.edu.au or 0438 208914.  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 his role, please make sure that you upload the following documents:  A statement addressing the selection criteria (maximum 2 pages), and  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 preferred candidate must have rights to live and work in Australia and will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment declarations and background checks relevant to the role they have applied for, in accordance with the Background Checking Procedure and the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence.  Closing date: Sunday, 25/10/2026, 11:55PM (AEST)

Classification: ANU Officer 5/6 Salary package: $89,760 - $105,459 per annum plus 17% superannuation Terms: Part-time up to 17.5 hours per week, 0.5 FTE (flexible arrangements, will be considered) This position is fixed term, part time. The funding that supports this project has an expected end date of June 2029. Position Description and Selection Criteria: PD&PEWER_ANUO56_Research Officer.pdf In 1946, ANU was founded to help rebuild a changing world. We’re still at it, 80 years later. For generations, our people have turned curiosity into ideas that have shaped Australia and our region. Learn more about ANU, our history and the community that has shaped us: ANU at 80 The Position The Research Officer will provide support to our research team. Key responsibilities will include performing high quality DNA/RNA extractions from a range of plant tissues, undertaking complex library preparation for DNA/RNA sequencing on ONT and other platforms, participation in DNA/RNA sequence data processing and analysis. The Research officer may also be required to assist with the sampling, design and testing of diagnostic molecular markers for endangered plant species ID and survey. This may involve fieldwork and related activities. They will also support project delivery, assist in the preparation and ordering of supplies, and provide routine laboratory maintenance and general administrative support. The Person The ideal candidate will have completed a degree, or have relevant research experience. Demonstrated experience in plant DNA/RNA extraction, PCR and library preparation for sequencing is required. Prior experience with ONT and/or other sequencing platforms and willingness to learn basic bioinformatic skills, will be regarded positively. They should possess knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methods, with experience in experimental design, data collection, and data analysis being advantageous. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, along with proven organizational abilities, are essential for managing competing tasks and working both independently and in teams. Proficiency in MSOffice, especially Excel, is required, and experience with statistical software (e.g. R) and DNA sequence analysis software (e.g. Geneious, Galaxy etc.) will be highly regarded. The School The Research School of Biology (RSB) carries out research and teaching in a wide range of biological and biomedical sciences, and is housed in multiple buildings on the University’s Acton Campus. The College The ANU College of Science and Medicine encompasses the disciplines of: Astronomy, Biology, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Environment and Society, 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 Rod Peakall on T: +61 2 6125 0022 E: rod.peakall@anu.edu.au (email preferred). 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 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: No more than a two-page summary addressing your suitability against 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. If shortlisted, candidates will be asked to complete a: pre-interview written response to a series of questions, 30-minute interview using behavioural interview questions. Please note: The preferred candidate must have rights to live and work in Australia, and will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment declarations and background checks relevant to the role they have applied for, in accordance with the Background Checking Procedure and the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence. Closing date: Sunday, 8 November 2026, 11:55PM (Canberra Time)