Research Associate

Classification: Academic Level A
Salary package: $85,010 – $106,702 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Term: Full time, Continuing (Contingent Funded)

This position is continuing (contingent funded). The funding that supports this project is expected to continue until 2030.

• Fantastic opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in defence policy.
• Flexible working arrangements including hybrid arrangements working both at the picturesque Australian War College and working remotely.
• Generous remuneration and conditions, including 17% superannuation and a range of other benefits.

About Us

The ANU College of Asia & the Pacific (CAP) leads intellectual engagement with the Asia-Pacific region through research, teaching and contributions to public debate, and seeks to set the international standard for scholarship concerning the region. The College hosts the largest number of regional experts and specialist academic programs in the English-speaking world, and plays a vital role in informing public policy and Australia's intellectual engagement with the societies, cultures and economies of Asia and the Pacific.

CAP is the centre of excellence for understanding human development and organisation in Asia and the Pacific, and addressing the cultural, economic, environmental, political and societal dimensions of global challenges. Follow the College of Asia and the Pacific on social media: LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook

The Coral Bell School of Asia Pacific Affairs (Bell School) is a world-leading centre for research, education, and policy analysis on international and Asia Pacific politics, security, diplomacy, and strategic affairs. The School comprises a number of vibrant, interdisciplinary, intellectual communities: the Department of International Relations, the Strategic and Defence Studies Centre, the Department of Political and Social Change, and the Department of Pacific Affairs.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Research Associate to contribute to innovative research in defence policy as part of a new five-year partnership between the Australian National University and the Australian Defence College. Based primarily at the Australian War College in Weston Creek and reporting to the Australian War College (AWC) Chair in Military Studies, the successful candidate will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including academic staff, policymakers, and external stakeholders, to deliver high-impact research and publications.

The successful candidate will conduct research under the direction of the AWC Chair on strategic and defence policy, contributing to reports, articles, policy briefs and other publications; compiling and refining data for publications and graphics; and assisting with editing and proof-reading - with opportunities for developing and building new expertise.

The role will include outreach tasks including working with senior staff to deliver Track 1.5 / 2 activities for government stakeholders; supporting engagement with the Australian Defence Force and Australian and regional policy communities; developing and supporting a wide range of policy briefings, roundtables, workshops and other events; engaging with stakeholders to translate research into actionable insights, managing program reporting, schedules and travel; providing grant writing and administration support; assisting with budgeting; upkeeping databases; and supporting the teaching and mentoring of postgraduate students.

Our Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will hold Australian citizenship, a Bachelors degree in a related field, with demonstrated interest or expertise in strategy and defence policy. An Honours or Masters degree is highly desirable. They will have strong research skills, strong administrative skills, ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams, and excellent communication and presentation skills. Experience engaging with stakeholders in academic or policy contexts is preferable.

To enquire about this opportunity, please contact the AWC Chair and Professor of Strategic Studies, Professor Peter Dean, E: peter.dean@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

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 be an Australian citizen and be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance appropriate to the role. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.