Research and Policy Coordinator

2 days ago

Canberra, Australia Australian National University Full time

**Classification**:ANU Academic Level C
**Salary package**:$124,685 - $138,583 plus 17% superannuation
**Terms**: Full time, Continuing Contingent Funding (Initial term 24 months)
- 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.

**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**

We are looking for an experienced an experienced Research and Policy Coordinator to take on a key leadership position a small but rapidly growing team at the Tech Policy Design Centre. In this role, you will lead the Design Centre's world leading research and policy program.

Your demonstrated ability to identify new opportunities for collaboration and research to translate research into policy outcomes will inspire our stakeholders and see the Design Centre achieve impact and engagement.

Your interest and passion for tech policy, creative thinking and community building, combined with your mastery of deadlines and contingency plans, and your commitment to solving complex challenges in an interdisciplinary manner will ensure that the Design Centre delivers on its mission to shape technology for the long-term benefit of humanity.

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.

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**
- A statement addressing the selection criteria (max 2 pages).

**Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

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