Research Fellow

Description:

About us

The Tech Policy Design Centre (TPDC) is a nonpartisan, independent research organisation, within the ANU College of Law 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.

Read more about the Tech Policy Design Centre: Tech Policy Design Centre - ANU

The opportunity

The Tech Policy and Design Centre seeks to appoint a Research Fellow who will lead a first of its kind research project developing a risk/resilience profile for Australia’s communication sector.

This position offers an exciting opportunity for an emerging researcher with broad capability in project management, research, and policy analysis to join our dynamic and impactful team at the Design Centre.

A successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to the Research Centre’s growing program of cutting edge and innovative research, as well as to gain experience in the fields of tech policy, risk and resilience by working with leading experts in Government, Industry and Academia.

The Australian National University is a world-leading institution and provides a range of lifestyle, financial and non-financial rewards and programs to support staff in maintaining a healthy work/life balance whilst encouraging success in reaching their full career potential.

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. People with a disability are encouraged to apply.

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.