Research Fellow

Classification: Academic Level B
Salary package: $115,739 - $131,227 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Full-time, Continuing (contingent funded)

The Position

This role is integral to the delivery/support of (a foundational research project fully funded by the Rio Tinto Centre for Future Materials (CFFM). The Centre will develop the fundamental knowledge to transform how materials critical for the energy transition are produced, used and recycled. CFFM is led by Imperial College London with 4 global university partners including Berkeley, UBC Vancouver, University of Witwaterstrand and the ANU.

The Research Fellow will contribute to a project on knowledge mapping by conducting a systematic review and synthesis of literature dealing with the socio-ecological, political and economic issues related to copper mining, production and supply. They will be supervised by Dr Rini Astuti (CPAS) and A/Prof Nick Bainton (School of Regulation & Global Governance), working as part of a larger team of researchers spanning the social and physical sciences from all 5 university partners. They will have the exciting opportunity to contribute to the larger Centre team discussions.

The Person

We are looking for a strong team player with excellent interpersonal and research skills, the ability to work independently on high-quality research in collaboration with team leads and the capacity to quickly develop productive, professional relationships with colleagues and external partners. Highly developed research and organisational skills and effective self-management are key.

Learn more about the internationally leading research, engagement and teaching activities and people of the Centre for the Public Awareness of Science (CPAS) here.

Working at ANU

This is an opportunity 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.

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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.

For more information about the position please contact the Chair of the selection committee Professor Sujatha Raman on E: sujatha.raman@anu.edu.au.  

To Apply

To be considered for this position, please upload the following documents:

• A current curriculum vitae (CV), and
• No more than a two page summary addressing your suitability against the selection criteria.

The committee will consider candidates that do not meet one or more aspects of the selection criteria.

If shortlisted, candidates will be asked to complete a:

• 20-30 minute interview using behavioural interview questions

If you require adjustments to participate in any of the above assessments, please contact our HR team at E: hr.cos@anu.edu.au or T: +61 2 6125 6147. 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.

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The successful applicant will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.