Terms: Full time, Fixed Term (2 years - contingently funded)
- Be part of a unique initiative to mature the tech policy eco-system.
- Play a key role in the establishment, management and expansion of a cutting edge research program, in a field of central and growing importance to society.
- Work in a beautiful campus environment on the city’s doorstep.
Centre Overview
The Tech Policy Design Centre (TPDC) is a nonpartisan, independent research organisation at the Australian National University (ANU). TPDC’s mission is to develop fit-for-purpose tech policy frameworks to shape technology for the long-term benefit of humanity. We are reimagining how governance shapes technology.
At the Design Centre we co-design implementation-ready solutions. We conduct research and foster public debate in collaboration with industry, academia, civil society and government. We draw on ANU’s world-leading expertise in law and regulation, business and economics, computer science, cybernetics, physics, national security, and Asia-Pacific studies.
What makes the Design Centre different?
- Our objective is to mature the tech policy eco-system
- We recognise policy and governance as tools to shape technology
- We champion good regulation as a competitive advantage
- We identify challenges and co-design solutions
- We collaborate with industry, government, civil society and academia
- We specialise in the Asia-Pacific and have extensive global networks
- Our diversity is our strength.
Position overview
Working closely with the Director and Design Centre staff, the Research Coordinator will lead TPDC’s research program, including contributing to the design and development of research projects and supporting and coordinating the current program of research. The Research Coordinator will both lead and undertake research, as well as supporting and supervising junior researchers.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced researcher from academia or industry with an interest in working at the frontier of technology, policy, law and design. The successful applicant will need to bring a combination of research and project management experience, high level communication skills, attention to detail and the capability to think strategically and analytically. A background in technology policy is desirable, but not essential.
The Design Centre is in start-up phase. This position provides an opportunity for the candidate to shape and build a cutting-edge research program in a field of central and growing importance to society. The successful candidate will be a team player who thrives in an environment that is constantly evolving and enjoys thinking creatively and collaboratively to solve strategic challenges.
This position is advertised at ANU level B and C. The successful candidate will be offered a position at a level of their demonstrated fulfilment of the respective work level criteria, available here.
For further information for this position, please contact the Centre Manager, Harry Rolf E: harry.rolf@anu.edu.au
The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities at the ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion/aboriginal-torres-strait-islander-employment.
ANU values diversity and inclusion and believes employment opportunities must not be limited by socio-economic background, race, religion or gender. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit http://hr.anu.edu.au/staff-equity
Application information
In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:
- A statement addressing the selection criteria (max 2 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.
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.
Advertised: 24 Jun 2022 09:00:00 AM AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 10 Jul 2022 11:55:00 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time
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