Australian National University

Classification: Academic Level A/B  Salary package: $91,546 - $141,317 per annum plus 17% superannuation Term: Full-time, Continuing (Contingent Funded). Position Description and Selection Criteria: PD&PEWER_Level.A.B_Postdoctoral or Research Fellow.pdf This position is continuing (contingent funded). The funding that supports this project has an expected end date of 30 June 2030.  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 Applications are sought for a Postdoctoral/Research Fellow in observational seismology. The successful applicant will join a vibrant and collaborative environment in Solid Earth Geophysics with world-class expertise in seismology, geodynamics, mathematical geophysics, and rock/mineral physics. The role will focus on passive-seismic imaging of upper mantle structure beneath the WA-Array, a continental scale array that aims cover the entirety of Western Australia at 40km station spacing over the coming decade. The goals of the project are to apply (i) anisotropic receiver functions, and (ii) S-wave Receiver Functions to study upper mantle discontinuities such as the Lithosphere-Asthenosphere Boundary. Candidates with relevant experience in observational seismology are encouraged to apply. The Person We are looking for an early career researcher with a PhD (or awarding of a PhD within six months of appointment) in the field of observational seismology (or a related area), and that has the ability to articulate and prosecute innovate research. Evidence of experience that is relevant to some or all of the following areas would be advantageous: Requesting, processing, and analysing passive-seismic data Programming skills (such as with Python or MATLAB) for data computation and visualisation Methods for imaging or probing the Earth’s upper mantle, in particular using receiver functions Prior experience of working with large datasets (e.g. from continental-scale arrays) The School The Postdoctoral/Research Fellow will be based at the Research School of Earth Sciences (RSES). RSES is Australia’s leading academic research institution for Earth and Marine Sciences, and ranked 20th in the world for Geophysics, as well as Earth and Marine Sciences (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026). To find out more about the RSES community, check out our Instagram. We have a reputation for international leadership and innovation, focused on developing new methods, whether experimental, analytical or computational. Our research spans the range from solid earth evolution to climate processes, and from 21st century resources to climate change impact. We operate iconic and state-of-the art instrumentation supported by highly trained professional staff, offering an unrivalled world-class research environment. Our cutting-edge research provides an unparalleled environment for high-quality research training of our graduate students. Our people and facilities are also the foundation for our vision to deliver world-class research-led undergraduate teaching in the Earth Sciences. We are committed to offering a nurturing environment for the School’s early career researchers. Our culture is one of inclusivity and respect and we encourage everyone to embrace these values as expressed in our culture statement. 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, Dr Caroline Eakin, E: caroline.eakin@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 summary addressing your suitability against the selection criteria, that is no more than two pages in length. 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 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, 15 November, 11:55PM (Canberra Time)    

Director, Research School of Social Sciences (RSSS) Classification: Academic Level E Terms: Full Time, Fixed Term 5 years Application closing date: 11:55PM AEST on Sunday 1 November 2026 The Australian National University (ANU) is seeking to appoint an outstanding Director of the Research School of Social Sciences (RSSS). The Research School of Social Sciences (RSSS) includes five disciplinary Schools of Demography, History, Philosophy, Politics and International Relations, and Sociology, as well as three main centres, all of which have a multidisciplinary quality that encourages collaboration among social scientists across disciplinary boundaries. These include the Centre for Indigenous Policy Research, Centre for Arab & Islamic Studies, and POLIS: The Centre for Social Policy Research. RSSS is Australia’s pre-eminent institution for theoretical and empirical research in the social sciences, with an international reputation for exceptional research and training. It contributes to public debates in Australia and internationally across the social science spectrum. Reporting to the Dean of the ANU College of Arts and Social Sciences, the Director provides strategic leadership to the Research School of Social Sciences, fostering excellence in research, education, engagement and policy development. The Director will lead the School through its next phase of evolution, invigorating RSSS and promoting a culture of innovation, dynamic change and growth, bringing in fresh ideas to support collaboration and academic excellence while building strong engagement across the College, University and broader community. The role also serves as an important ambassador for RSSS, enhancing its reputation and profile nationally and internationally, cultivating partnerships and attracting outstanding scholars, students and supporters. The successful candidate will be an internationally recognised academic with a distinguished record of academic achievement in a relevant discipline and a strong understanding of contemporary opportunities and challenges in the social sciences. They will bring a demonstrated capacity to develop and implement a compelling strategic vision, lead large-scale research and education initiatives, and drive innovation in teaching and learning. Exceptional leadership, communication and stakeholder engagement skills will be essential, together with the ability to foster a collegial, inclusive and high-performing culture. For further information regarding this appointment or to request a candidate information booklet, please contact Belinda Cartwright, Executive Search Business Partner, ANU Executive Search at executivesearch@anu.edu.au. Please note applications close at 11:55PM AEST on Sunday, 1 November 2026 Application information: To lodge an application for this role please upload the following documents: A Candidate Statement of no more than two (2) pages outlining the basis for your interest in the role and your suitability for the position; and A current curriculum vitae (CV) with three (3) referees included. Referee reports may be sought at a later stage of the process and we will not contact your referees without your express permission. 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 Please note: The preferred candidate 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.

Classification: Academic Level A Salary package: $91,546 - $114,906 per annum plus 17% Superannuation Terms: Full-time, Fixed Term (up to 2 years) Position Description & PEWER: PD&PEWER_LevelA_PostdoctoralFellow.pdf Contribute to an innovative international research project examining the International Court of Justice (ICJ) and its evolving role as the ‘World Court’, using cutting-edge empirical and sociolegal research methods. Undertake rich, interdisciplinary research spanning archival research, qualitative interviews and novel dataset development, with opportunities to co-author academic publications and contribute to high-impact research outputs. Join an international and interdisciplinary research network, working closely with Dr Esmé Shirlow (ANU) and Dr Florian Grisel (CNRS) and engaging with leading academics, international lawyers, government officials and practitioners connected to the ICJ. 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 The ANU Law School is consistently ranked among the world’s leading law schools. For over 65 years, it has stood at the forefront of legal education and impact as Australia’s national law school, earning global recognition for scholarly excellence and shaping legal and policy debates. With historical strengths in public and international law, and a growing international reputation in environmental law, private and corporate law, and human rights law, the ANU Law School shapes law and policy and prepares graduates for a rapidly evolving legal landscape. This position supports an ARC Discovery Project grant entitled “Becoming a ‘World Court’? Globalisation and Judicialisation at the International Court of Justice” (2026–2029), contributing to the project’s goal of producing a large-scale empirical and sociolegal study of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) as a global institution. The Postdoctoral Fellow is expected to undertake research across the project’s empirical, archival, and analytical components. The allocation of time to each area will be discussed with the position supervisor annually and be reflective of the external funding conditions that support the appointment, the appointee’s research agenda, and opportunities within the ANU School of Law. The Postdoctoral Fellow may also be required to support project coordination activities, contribute to the organisation of workshops and the project’s Research Hub, and assist in the supervision of higher degree by research (HDR) students, and contribute cooperatively to the overall intellectual life of the College and University. For further information please contact Professor Esme Shirlow T: +61 2 6125 0810, E: Esme.Shirlow@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 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. 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 October 2026 at 11:55 pm (Canberra Time)