Research Officer

Classification: ANU Officer 5/6 (Research)
Salary package: $83,351 - $97,929 per annum plus 17% superannuation (pro-rata)
Term: Part-time (28 hours per week), Continuing (contingent funded)

This position is continuing (contingent funded). The funding that supports this project has an expected end date of 31 July 2027. 

• Be a part of a dynamic interdisciplinary School in a world-class university.
• Work in a beautiful campus environment on Canberra's doorstep.
• Enjoy generous benefits including 17% superannuation.

Position overview

The successful applicant will join a dynamic community of researchers from different disciplines united by a shared interest in regulation and governance. The Research Officer works as part of the research team, liaising with a wide range of stakeholders and assisting with the design and implementation of project related activities.

Our Ideal Candidate

The idea candidate will have a degree or demonstrated relevant experience in a research or support role in the areas of the social aspects of large-scale resource extraction (ideally including deep seabed mining) and/or energy transitions, as well as familiarity with qualitative research methodologies.

About Us 

The ANU College of Law, Governance and Public Policy (CLGP) is a progressive and newly established College that brings together four world-leading academic schools dedicated to shaping the future of law, governance, regulation, policy and population health. As part of Australia’s leading university, the College fosters excellence in research, teaching, and engagement, driving impactful contributions to national and global challenges.

The College provides an intellectually rich community, committed to providing a collaborative and supportive environment for academics, students, and professionals to thrive.

The School of Regulation and Global Governance (RegNet) is a dynamic community of scholars from different disciplines united by our interest in regulation and governance. For the last 20 years, RegNet has focused on improving the governance of major social, environmental, economic, and health issues by developing new ways of understanding and responding to these complex problems. The school is known for its paradigm-shifting conceptualizations of regulation and governance as well as its collegial and interdisciplinary approach to knowledge production and dissemination. The wider RegNet community reflects these values and is comprised of diverse networks nurtured through deep and sustained engagement.

Read more about RegNet: http://regnet.anu.edu.au/

Enquiries

For further information, please contact Professor Nick Bainton - E: nick.bainton@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.