
Australian National University
About Australian National University
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Founded in 1946, The Australian National University (ANU) is Australia’s only national university and one of the most globally connected universities in the region. Located in Canberra, the nation’s capital, ANU brings together students from all over the world into a diverse and welcoming community.
Ranked #4 Best Overall university in Australia,* ANU is a powerhouse of world-leading research and teaching, a place where ambition is supported and excellence is celebrated. And with 1st for Student-to-Staff ratio among Australia’s Group of Eight universities,** you can feel confident you belong to an institution that’s designed to help you thrive.
Learn more about ANU and discover why it’s the right place for you. Download our student guide.
*THE World University Rankings 2026
**THE World University Rankings 2026.
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Key Student Statistics
A breakdown of student statistics at Australian National University
- Student gender ratio
- 54 F : 46 M (1)
- International student percentage
- 51% (1)
- Students per staff
- 13.3 (1)
- Student total
- 17243 (1)
Based on data collected for the (1) World University Rankings 2026
Jobs at Australian National University
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Head of Government Relations
The Australian National University
Australia, Canberra
The Australian National University
Australia, Canberra
Classification: Senior Manager 3 Salary: $169,358 plus 17% superannuation Term: Full time, Continuing Position Description and Selection Criteria:PD&PEWER_SM3_Head of Government Relations.pdf Position Overview Reporting to the Director, Regulatory Affairs and Engagement, the Head of Government Relations is responsible for the coordination and strategic management of the University’s engagement with government, parliament and key public sector stakeholders. The Office operates within the Vice-Chancellor’s portfolio and works closely with the Chancellor, Vice-Chancellor, University Executive, Colleges, and professional portfolios. The Head of Government Relations provides strategic leadership of the University’s engagement with Federal, State and Territory Governments and the Parliament, with a particular focus on elected representatives, Ministers, advisers, senior officials, and parliamentary processes. The role is critical to advancing the University's strategic interests, managing institutional risk, supporting reputation rebuild, and ensuring the University meets its obligations for transparency, accuracy, and integrity in parliamentary and government engagement. This includes leadership of the University’s approach to Senate Estimates, parliamentary inquiries, advocacy, policy intelligence, and high-level relationship management, ensuring a coordinated, consistent, and trusted institutional presence. For further information please contact Yana Potrebica, Director, Regulatory Affairs and Engagement, at drae@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 lodge your application for this role please upload the following documents: A statement addressing the selection criteria (no more 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: Thursday, 19 March 2026, 11.55PM (AEDT)
Salary
$169,358 plus 17% superannuation
Posted
25 Feb 2026
Technical Officer
The Australian National University
Australia, Canberra
The Australian National University
Australia, Canberra
Classification: ANU Officer 4/5 (Technical) Salary package: $79,314 - $95,530 per annum (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation Term: Part time (17.5 hours per week), Fixed Term (up to 31 October 2026) Position Description and Selection Criteria: PD&PEWER_ANUO45 (Technical)_Technical Officer.pdf 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. 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 four focus areas: Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechatronics. Join us in our fundamental quest of discovery and passionate pursuit of knowledge that goes beyond our lived world.] The ANU Centre for Energy Systems (ACES) is a leading research hub at the Australian National University. It brings together the ANU Battery Storage and Grid Integration Program (BSGIP), the ANU 100 Percent Renewable Energy Group (RE100) and other energy-focused research groups within the ANU School of Engineering. About the opportunity This position is a fixed term appointment up to 31 October 2026 to contribute to expanding the team’s capacity to deliver CSIP‑AUS certifications by increasing witness‑testing capability and supporting efficient certification workflows. Enquiries To enquire about this role, please contact Mehdi Nikpendar at mehdi.nikpendar@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 & 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. 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. 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, 23/03/2026, 11.55PM (AEDT)
Salary
$79,314 - $95,530 per annum (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation
Posted
12 Mar 2026
Postdoctoral Fellow, Department of International Relations
The Australian National University
Australia, Canberra
The Australian National University
Australia, Canberra
Classification: Academic Level A Salary package: $89,313 – $112,103 per annum plus 17% superannuation Term: Part time, Fixed Term, up to 28hrs per week. (2 years) Position Description and Selection Criteria: Academic Level A PostdoctoralFellow.pdf Outstanding opportunity to work on a prestigious ARC-funded research project Generous remuneration and benefits, including 17% superannuation About Us The ANU College of Asia & the Pacific (CAP) leads intellectual engagement with the Asia-Pacific region through world-class research, teaching, and contributions to public debate. CAP hosts the largest concentration of regional expertise and specialist academic programs in the English-speaking world and plays a vital role in shaping public policy and Australia’s engagement with Asia and the Pacific. The Coral Bell School of Asia Pacific Affairs is a world-leading centre for research, education, and policy analysis in international relations, security, diplomacy, and strategic affairs. The School comprises several vibrant intellectual communities, including the Department of International Relations, which is internationally renowned for its theoretical and empirical scholarship and its engagement with policy and practice. The Opportunity We are seeking to appoint a Postdoctoral Fellow in International Relations to work on the ARC project “Humane Exclusion: How States Justify Excluding Refugees.” The project examines the long history of humane-sounding arguments that Western states and other actors have used to justify controlling the mobility of Indigenous people, enslaved people, minorities, displaced people, and marginalized others. It pays particular attention to how these arguments have often relied on appeals to certain understandings of theology, race, gender, climate, and disease. Reporting to Professor Luke Glanville, the successful candidate will undertake original research on one or more of the project’s themes. The successful candidate will be expected to produce high-quality scholarly publications, contribute to project workshops, assist Professor Glanville in the management of the research project, and contribute to teaching in the Department of International Relations. Our Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will hold a PhD (or have submitted their thesis) in International Relations, History, or a related field. They will demonstrate strong research expertise relevant to the project. A developing publication record, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a research team are essential. To enquire about this opportunity, please contact Professor Luke Glanville, E: luke.glanville@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. 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 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: Sunday, 15 March 2026, 11.55PM (AEDT)
Salary
$89,313 - $112,103 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Posted
20 Feb 2026
WFP & Analytics Data Analyst
The Australian National University
Australia, Canberra
The Australian National University
Australia, Canberra
Classification: ANU Officer 6/7 (Administration) Salary package: $98,387 - $113,252 per annum plus 17% superannuation Terms: Full-time, Fixed Term (18 months) Position Description and Selection Criteria: ANUO67_DataAnalyst_Projects The Position The HR Data Analyst (Projects) will support project work within the People Services department in the People and Culture Division including automating compliance reporting, workforce and payroll dashboard development and deployment, data quality and integrity, stakeholder management, develop documentation of processes and procedures, and work closely with the Workforce Planning & Analytics team on a range of initiatives. The Person We are seeking an HR data analyst with qualifications in data analytics/mathematics and demonstrated experience in automating HR reports, report writing and stakeholder management. Experience in the higher education sector would be highly regarded. The School/Department Workforce Planning & Analytics, People Services Department provides comprehensive support and advice on: The design, development and implementation of workforce strategies, including workforce trend analysis and projects, and position management projects. The development of the HR data governance framework to ensure data integrity, security, and accessibility. Compliance reporting and benchmarking on workforce metrics. Automated analytical tools to provide HR operation, compliance, and reporting solutions. The College/Division People and Culture Division supports ANU Staff to achieve excellence by providing innovative human resources services and valued, consistent, responsive and supportive HR services to managers and staff members ANU-wide. The division provides a range of operational, advisory and strategic services which enable ANU to attract, develop and retain outstanding staff who are committed to the achievement of excellence and to the values of the Australian National University. For further information please contact, Billy Lyu, Senior Consultant, HR Data Integrity and Insights E: daijie.lyu@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. 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, 22 March 2026, 11.55PM (AEDT)
Salary
$98,387 - $113,252 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Posted
9 Mar 2026
Postdoctoral Fellow, Research School of Earth Sciences
The Australian National University
Australia, Canberra
The Australian National University
Australia, Canberra
Classification: Academic Level A Salary package: $89,313 - $112,103 per annum plus 17% superannuation Terms: Full time, Continuing (contingent funded) This position is continuing (contingent funded). The funding that supports this project has an expected end date of 30 June 2028. Position Description and Selection Criteria:PD&PEWER_Academic Level A_Postdoctoral Fellow.pdf Working at ANU This is an opportunity for a Postdoctoral Fellow to work with a world class University that undertakes cutting edge research and has a strong tradition in research-led teaching excellence. We offer: Flexible working arrangements including hybrid arrangements working both on our beautiful, green campus and working remotely, Generous paid parental leave entitlements of up to 32 weeks. We are one of the leading employers in Australia for parental leave entitlements, Designated parent rooms, quiet spaces and childcare facilities on campus, Career support, training, mentoring & upskilling opportunities. For more information on a range of lifestyle, financial and non-financial rewards and programs, please click here. To see what the Science at ANU community is like, we invite you to follow us on social media at Instagram and Facebook. A Diverse and Inclusive Team ANU is introducing measures to support the recruitment, inclusion and retention of employees with disability. To find out more, please click here. ANU is a large, diverse employer with staff working across numerous professions (see the full list of available roles here. 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. The Position Applications are sought for a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Research School of Earth Sciences (RSES) in the area of seismology. Professor Meghan Miller’s position will be undertaking research for the observational seismology program at RSES with a focus on data acquisition for Earth Imaging. Candidates who have previous experience with numerical seismology, data processing, computer programming, and fieldwork are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will be a member of the Geophysics Department based at RSES. RSES is Australia’s leading academic research institution for Earth and Marine Sciences, and ranked 11th in the world for Earth and Marine Sciences (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023). To find out more about the RSES community, check out our Twitter and 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 Person We are looking for early career researchers with a PhD (or awarding of a PhD within six months of appointment) in the field of seismology, computational geophysics, tectonophysics or a related area, and have the ability to articulate and prosecute innovate research. Your ability to lead by example, coupled with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, will enable you to foster respectful and productive working relationships with staff, students and colleagues at all levels within RSES in line with the RSES Culture Statement. Learn more about the ground-breaking research and work class facilities of the Research School of Earth Sciences here. For further information, please contact Professor Meghan Miller on T: +61 2 6125 3073 or E: Meghan.Miller@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 To Apply To be considered for this position, please upload the following documents: A current curriculum vitae (CV), and A summary addressing your suitability against the selection criteria and that is no more than two pages in length. Please state which position (or both) you are applying for. The committee will consider candidates that do not meet one or more aspects of the selection criteria. If you require adjustments to participate in any of the above assessments, please contact our HR team at E: hr.cos@anu.edu.au. Any adjustment request or the disclosure of disability will not be communicated to the selection committee without the candidates consent and it will not having any bearing on hiring decisions. For examples of common reasonable adjustments please click here. 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: Wednesday, 25 March 2026, 11.55pm (AEDT)
Salary
$89,313 - $112,103 per annum plus 17% super
Posted
24 Feb 2026
Subjects Taught at Australian National University
See below for a range of subjects taught at Australian National University
Arts and Humanities
- Archaeology
- Art, Performing Art and Design
- History, Philosophy and Theology
- Languages, Literature and Linguistics
Business and Economics
- Accounting and Finance
- Business and Management
- Economics and Econometrics
Computer Science
- Computer Science
Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- General Engineering
- Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Law
- Law
Life Sciences
- Agriculture and Forestry
- Biological Sciences
Medical and Health
- Medicine and Dentistry
- Other Health
Physical Sciences
- Chemistry
- Geology, Environmental, Earth and Marine Sciences
- Mathematics and Statistics
- Physics and Astronomy
Psychology
- Psychology
Social Sciences
- Communication and Media Studies
- Geography
- Politics and International Studies
- Sociology
