Australian National University

Classification: Senior Manager 2  Salary package: $155,264 per annum plus 17% superannuation Term: Full time, Continuing (Contingent Funded)  This position is continuing (contingent funded). The funding that supports this project has an expected end date of 21 December 2030. Position Description and Selection Criteria:  PD&PEWER_Senior Manager, AITC Operations_SM2.pdf The Position We are seeking a skilled, values‑driven Senior Manager, AITC Operations who thrives in collaborative environments and is motivated by meaningful, high‑impact work. This role is ideal for candidates — including women and those returning to work, transitioning careers or seeking flexible arrangements — who want to engage in complex technical operations while contributing to a positive, inclusive workplace culture. At ANU, we recognise that diverse teams deliver better outcomes, and we actively support flexible and part‑time work options to help you succeed and offers: Genuine flexible work options — including part‑time, compressed hours, hybrid work, and school‑hours arrangements where operationally possible. A supportive, family‑friendly culture with strong uptake of flexible work across the College. Career development opportunities in leadership, project management, and technical operations. Work in a collaborative, respectful environment where contributions are valued and wellbeing is prioritised. Access to 17% superannuation, generous leave, and a vibrant, welcoming campus surrounded by native bushland. Reporting to the AITC Technical Director, the Senior Manager, AITC Operations plays a central leadership role in ensuring the Centre’s people, capabilities and infrastructure support our world‑class instrumentation program. Your work will span operational planning, workforce strategy, project governance, and compliance, supporting multidisciplinary engineering teams working on exciting and complex technical missions. This role can be offered on a full‑time or part‑time basis to suit the right candidate. Key focus areas include: Coordinating implementation of operational and workforce plans, capability development and multi‑year scheduling. Supporting a high‑performance, inclusive and safe workplace culture that empowers technical and research staff. Overseeing project management systems including scheduling, cost management, resource allocation and risk mitigation. Ensuring compliance with WHS, product and engineering standards, export controls and research security requirements. Enhancing organisational processes, documentation, templates and governance frameworks. Providing strategic, operational advice to the AITC Technical Director. We welcome applicants who bring leadership strengths from other sectors (engineering, research, advanced manufacturing, defence, space, technology, etc.). The Person We are seeking someone who: Has postgraduate qualifications and/or significant experience in project or operational management. Is confident working with technical and engineering teams, even if not a technical specialist. Brings strong organisational, strategic thinking and communication skills. Can build supportive, collaborative relationships across diverse teams. Values inclusion, equity, safety, professionalism and continuous improvement. Is willing to learn, adapt and contribute to a mission‑driven culture. You do not need to meet every single criterion to apply — we encourage women, people from under‑represented groups and those with non‑linear career paths to consider this opportunity. The School The Advanced Instrumentation and Technology Centre (AITC) at the Australian National University is home to one of Australia’s most advanced engineering and technology environments for astronomy and space science. We design and deliver world‑leading instruments for major observatories, international space missions, Earth‑observation systems and next‑generation optical technologies. 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 Roger Haynes T: +61 2 61250313, roger.haynes@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 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: Wednesday, 13 May 2026, 11:55pm (AEST)

Classification: Senior Manager 2 (Administration)  Salary package: Competitive salary package plus 17% superannuation Terms: Full-time, Continuing Position Description and Selection Criteria: PD & PEWER_SM2_Senior Manager Education Support and Innovation.pdf Position Overview Operating within the prestigious Learning and Teaching portfolio, you will be at the forefront of driving pedagogical excellence and educational transformation across the organization. This is a rare opportunity to work directly with the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Learning and Teaching) to shape the frameworks, policies, and governance structures that define the student experience. As the Senior Manager, you lead high-performing teams in the delivery of institution-wide education support initiatives. You act as a strategic advisor to academic leaders, providing expert guidance on curriculum design, quality standards, and the evolving higher education landscape. Your focus is on building innovation and coherence across the education portfolio, ensuring all initiatives align with the University’s Learning & Teaching Strategy. You are responsible for managing significant budgets and resources while navigating complex, multi-stakeholder projects that build organizational capability at scale. To excel in this role, you bring deep expertise in academic governance, pedagogy, or education policy. You are a leader who thrives on complexity and possesses the influence to drive meaningful change among senior stakeholders. For further information please contact, Merryn McKinnon, Interim Pro Vice-Chancellor (Learning and Teaching), E: merryn.mckinnon@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 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: Wednesday 29 April 2026 11.55pm (Canberra time)

Classification: Academic Level B Salary package: $121,598 to $137,870 per annum plus 17% superannuation (pro rata) Terms: Part time (0.6FTE), Fixed Term (up to 2 years) Position Description and Selection Criteria: PD_PEWER_Academic Level B Research Fellow_CHMS.pdf The Position The Centre for Heritage and Museum Studies is seeking to appoint a Research Fellow to contribute to the ARC DP26, ‘Australians and the Past Revisited’ led by Professor Laurajane Smith. The successful candidate will develop independent and collaborative research, the role will involve working with CIs on developing and coding a large social survey; the role will include undertaking social media analysis, interviewing and participating in focus groups, thought collectives and help with the transcription of interviews. The position will assist with Ethics applications, help with coding, organisation of data and preparation for publications; support organisation and running of symposium and the development of journal special issues/edited collections and present and participate at conferences and contribute to publications. The Person The successful applicant will hold a PhD in either History, Heritage/Museum Studies, Sociology, Politics, media studies or a related field. They should have an interest in modern Australian history, oral history, interdisciplinary research and ideally have experience of survey research/mixed methods research. They should have a demonstrated track record of research and publications, an ability to communicate and interact effectively in a variety of contexts, including with staff, stakeholder groups and policy makers.   The School/Department The Centre for Heritage and Museum Studies (CHMS) is a multidisciplinary community of scholars within the College of Arts and Social Sciences who undertake a dynamic and interdisciplinary research and teaching program.  The College/Division The ANU College of Arts and Social Sciences (CASS) is one of six Colleges at ANU. The College, which is structured into two main research schools, offers degrees in more than 20 discipline areas and excels in research across the creative arts, humanities and social sciences. The College has a substantial international research presence and is a major source of national policy advice. Our academic staff are internationally recognised for their research, and 57 are members of the Australian Academy of the Humanities, the Academy of the Social Sciences of Australia, or both. We also host 13 Australian Research Council Future Fellows and three ARC Laureates. A hub of vibrant activity, we host more than 270 lectures, concerts and exhibitions each year, most of which are open to the public. Our students, staff and graduates come from more than 60 nations, bringing a diversity of perspective to campus life. For further information please contact Professor Laurajane Smith at: Laurajane.smith@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 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: Sunday 10 May 2026 11:55pm (Canberra Time)