The Australian National University

Classification: ANU Officer 6/7 (Administration) Salary package: $98,387 - $113,252 per annum plus 17% superannuation Term: Full Time, Fixed term (12 months) Position Description and Selection Criteria: Communications Coordinator_ANUO67 The First Nations Portfolio (FNP) works with colleagues across the University to ensure ANU is a world leader in teaching and research of First Nations issues. It also works to ensure that the University makes a leading contribution to national policy in the relationship between Indigenous Australians and the nation. FNP provides an environment for debating significant and strategic issues and seeks to partner with communities, their representative organisations and enterprises to further the status, recognition and lives of Indigenous peoples. Achieving this outcome requires constant attention to impact, engagement and partnership. The Communications Coordinator will develop and deliver high-quality media and digital communications that elevate the University’s leadership in First Nations research and national policy engagement. The role will create compelling content, identify media opportunities, and strengthen FNP’s presence across print, digital and social platforms. Working closely with academic staff, media, ANU Communications and Engagement, and external stakeholders, the Communications Coordinator will ensure that the stories, research and priorities of the Portfolio reach diverse audiences, reinforce the University’s strategic objectives, and deepen engagement with First Nations communities. Position overview Reporting to the FNP Transition Lead, the Communications Coordinator plays a central role in shaping how FNP communicates its work, impact and strategic priorities. The position identifies newsworthy stories and media opportunities, produces media releases and digital content, manages FNP’s social media channels, and maintains and updates the FNP website. A key aspect of the role is building strong relationships with stakeholder organisations and ANU colleagues to ensure FNP voices and expertise are widely represented in national and local media. The role will work with University teams to formulate the Portfolio’s communication and engagement strategy, with particular focus on showcasing its impact of policy and research, to both internal and external audience.  With a strong editorial focus, the Communications Coordinator crafts clear, accurate and engaging content for multiple audiences, ranging from the ANU community and government to donors, corporate stakeholders, and national and international readers. The position requires a proactive communicator with strong networks, a capacity to work flexibly in a dynamic environment, and an understanding of First Nations issues and media. Delivering high-quality, timely and strategic communications is essential to advancing the Portfolio’s mission and strengthening public understanding of its work. For further information, contact Ziga Sparovec, Executive Officer, First Nations Portfolio; eo.firstnations@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 apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents: A statement addressing the selection criteria, no longer 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: Monday, 12 January 2026, 11:55 PM (AEDT) 

Classification: Academic Level A or B Salary package: $87,135 - $134,507 per annum plus 17% superannuation Term: Full time, Fixed Term (up to 3 years)  (flexible arrangements or part-time hours will be considered) Position Description and Selection Criteria:  Position Description_Lesslie Fellowship - Level A or B.pdf Join ANU Fenner School of Environment & Society as the inaugural Lesslie Postdoctoral Fellow. This prestigious three-year position honours Dr Robert Lesslie’s legacy in landscape science and conservation. You’ll lead applied research in land and cultural resource management in partnership with Indigenous communities, supported by an annual research allocation of up to $60,000. Applicants may be eligible through a PhD in a relevant field or through equivalent professional experience with demonstrated applied impact. Shape policy, deliver practical solutions, and contribute to teaching and collaboration at one of the world’s leading environmental research centres. About the opportunity The Lesslie Postdoctoral Fellowship has been established in honour of Dr Robert Lesslie, recognising his enduring legacy and pioneering contributions to landscape science, environmental conservation and natural resource management. The Fellowship reflects Dr Lesslie’s lifelong commitment to evidence-based policy, environmental stewardship and practical solutions. The inaugural Lesslie Postdoctoral Fellow will focus on land and cultural resource management in partnership with Indigenous communities and organisations, delivering tangible benefits for Country and developing practical, science-based tools for environmental stewardship. Applicants may demonstrate eligibility through a PhD in a relevant field or through equivalent professional experience with sustained applied impact. While a research-intensive position, the Fellow will also contribute to education and engagement across the School and College, and participate in the intellectual life of the University. The role includes an annual research allocation of up to $60,000, providing support for fieldwork, collaboration, student supervision and the development of high-impact research outputs and partnerships. Please note: Applicants should be advised that interviews for this position will be conducted in early February 2026. About the College The ANU by 2025 Strategic Plan calls for the University to serve society through transformational research and education. 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 & Society (CSS) hosts three 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 directly supports one of the four pillars of ANU by 2025: 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 post COVID-19.  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 comprises three schools: the School of Computing, School of Cybernetics, and School of Engineering, supported by the Professional Services Group. The Fenner School of Environment & Society is a world-leading centre for cross-disciplinary environmental and sustainability research, education and policy-relevant advice. Through cutting-edge research and insightful analysis, our academic experts create social, economic and environmental impact and deliver real-world solutions to address complex environmental challenges. Our mission is to encourage sound environmental policy and governance outcomes that support sustainability. Enquiries To enquire about this role, please contact Professor Saul Cunningham, Director, Fenner School of Environment & Society T: +61 2 6125 4588 | E: director.fennerschool@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) including, where available a full publication list 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 statement addressing the selection criteria.   A 1-2 page statement outlining your research objectives for the next 3 years; A statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to diversity through research, teaching, and/or service.  Other documents, if required.  Applicants should be advised that interviews for this position will be conducted in early February 2026. 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: Sunday, 25 January 2026, 11:55pm (AEDT) 

Classification: Academic Level A Salary package: $87,135 - $109,369 per annum plus 17% superannuation Term: Full time, Fixed term (up to 36 months) Position Description and Selection Criteria: PD and PEWER Level A Postdoctoral Fellow_Magnetismpostdoc.pdf The Position The Postdoctoral Fellow will work within the research group of Professor Naomi McClure-Griffiths and Dr Craig Anderson and focus on measuring the magnitude and structure magnetic fields in the nearby Universe using Faraday Rotation. The work will revolve around the ASKAP Polarisation Survey of the Universe’s Magnetism, POSSUM. This position will focus on using POSSUM Rotation Measures to probe the magnetoionic medium in the Magellanic Clouds, the circumgalactic medium of galaxies and/or nearby galaxy groups. This will also include some technical work to enable the delivery of the POSSUM survey data products. The Postdoctoral Fellow is also expected to contribute to other areas of academic activity including education and service (including outreach). The Postdoctoral Fellow may also be required to supervise or mentor less senior staff, and undertake leadership roles as applicable. The staff member will contribute cooperatively to the overall intellectual life of the School, College and University.    The Person An outstanding Postdoctoral Fellow in the areas of Faraday rotation and/or extragalactic magnetism. The candidate will have (or shortly obtain) a PhD in astronomy or a related area, with a strong track record of research in the field of Radio Polarimetry and/or Faraday Rotation as evidenced by cited publications in peer-reviewed journals and conferences, a record of developing and maintaining collaborations and by other measures such as awards, and invitations to present at prominent conferences etc. The candidate will have a track record of articulating and prosecuting innovative research in the field of astronomy and demonstrated ability to lead and work as part of a team. The Postdoctoral Fellow will use ASKAP POSSUM data with a view to publishing original and innovative results in international refereed journals, present research at academic seminars and at national and international conferences, and collaborate with other researchers at a national and/or international level.   The School The Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics is a leading centre of Astronomy and Astronomical Instrumentation research in Australia. Researchers have a tradition of excellence in addressing the world’s leading astronomical questions. 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, Naomi McClure-Griffiths, T: +61 2 6125 5047, E: naomi.mcclure-griffiths@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. A three page statement of past and current research Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position. 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: Friday, 30 January 2026, 11.55PM (AEDT)